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PERSONAL FLOATION DEVICES



 KOKATAT :: OUTFIT TOUR PFD


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Kokatat Outfit Tour

Kokatat Outfit Tour

This short-torso cut, contouring PFD includes all the essentials: 2 front stretch mesh pockets; stretch side panels for comfort; internal stash pocket and reflective tape front and back.

Unisex Sizes: S-XXL
Colors: Cobalt; Mango; Moss; Orange (shown); Red
Manufacturer: Kokatat

Please call (845.229.0595) or visit our Showroom in Hyde Park to Order


 KOKATAT :: MsFIT TOUR PFD


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Kokatat MsFit Tour

Kokatat MsFit Tour

Full-featured touring vest with 3 stretch mesh pockets; internal zipper pocket and; reflective tape in front and back.  Dual side adjustments and quick-snap waist band.

Unisex Sizes: S-XXL
Colors: Glacier (shown); Mango; Moss; Orange; Red
Manufacturer: Kokatat

Please call (845.229.0595) or visit our Showroom in Hyde Park to Order


 KOKATAT :: GUIDE PFD


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Kokatat Guide

Kokatat Guide

Serious PFD for the serious paddler. Includes quick-release chest belt; and is tether/tow system ready. Reflective tape front and back with two stretch mesh pockets.

Unisex Sizes: S-XL
Colors: Mango; Moss and Orange (shown)
Manufacturer: Kokatat

Please call (845.229.0595) or visit our Showroom in Hyde Park to Order


 

ASTRAL BUOYANCY :: AQUAVEST 100

The AquaVest 100 is a pullover vest fitted with no-snag shoulder strap adjustments. Easy-reach buckles allow for easy adjustment for optimal fit. This PFD has a small pocket between the foam layers to hold those essential items. The 500-denier Cordura nylon shell provides long-term durability.
 



AquaVest 100


Unisex Sizes: XS-M (30-42); L-XL (42-54)
Type: Pull-over
Shell: 500 denier cordura
Features: no-snag shoulder strap adjustment; easy-reach buckles; stowage pocket.
Colors: red (shown) and yellow
Buoyancy: 16.5 pounds
Manufacturer: Astral Buoyancy

Please call (845.229.0595) or visit our Showroom in Hyde Park to Order


 

ASTRAL BUOYANCY :: AQUAVEST 200

The AquaVest 200 is a pullover vest fitted with Astrals' Independent Shoulder Suspension that moves with you.  Fully adjustable, dynamic and strong.  This PFD has a large front pocket with a snap closure that can be outfitted with an entire rope bag or water bladder. The front pocket has a headphone ready slot and a loop inside for your keys.  The backside of the pocket is lined with fleece and makes a great handwarmer pocket. The 500-denier Cordura nylon shell provides long-term durability, daisy-chained webbing at the shoulders and a lash tab for a folding knife complete this nicely appointed vest.
 

AquaVest 200

Orange/BlackBlack/Black

Unisex Sizes: XS-M (30-42); L-XL (42-54)
Type: Pull-over
Shell: 500 denier cordura
Features: floatection; independent shoulder suspension; large front pocket with handwarmer; accepts Astral Accessories
Colors: orange/black and black/black
Buoyancy: 16.5 pounds
Manufacturer: Astral Buoyancy

Please call (845.229.0595) or visit our Showroom in Hyde Park to Order

 


 

ASTRAL BUOYANCY :: AQUAVEST 300 (RESCUE VEST)

The AquaVest 300 is a streamlined pullover rescue vest for extreme situations. This vest comes with a 1.5-inch quick release harness and extra impact protected sides.  The vest also has an integrated spectra belay loop.  Due to the thoughtfully engineered design, the shoulder straps create a stronger grip on your torso when the shoulder straps are pulled.  This PFD has a large front pocket with a snap closure that can be outfitted with an entire rope bag or water bladder. The front pocket has a headphone ready slot and a loop inside for your keys.  The backside of the pocket is lined with fleece and makes a great handwarmer pocket. The vest also has a built-in Tow-System pocket, reflective piping; daisy-chained webbing at the shoulders and a lash tab for a folding knife complete this nicely appointed rescue vest.
 

AquaVest 300

Red/BlackOrange/Black

Unisex Sizes: XS-M (30-42); L-XL (42-54)
Type: Pull-over
Shell: 500 denier cordura
Features: quick-release harness; integrated spectra belay loop; large front pocket with handwarmer; accepts Astral Accessories; integrated tow-system pocket; reflective piping
Colors: red/black and orange/black
Buoyancy: 16.75 pounds
Manufacturer: Astral Buoyancy

Please call (845.229.0595) or visit our Showroom in Hyde Park to Order

 

 
ASTRAL BUOYANCY :: TEMPO 100

The Tempo 100 is a front entry vest that has a no-snag shoulder strap adjustment; venting entry and easy-reach buckles make this a smart entry level vest.  This PFD features Astral's Floatection providing freedom of movement with protection of spine and rib area. There is a small pocket between the foam layers to carry essential items.

 



Tempo 100


Unisex Sizes: XS-M (30-42); L-XL (42-54)
Type: Front entry
Shell: 500 denier cordura
Features: venting entry; no-snag shoulder strap; easy-reach buckles; essential pocket
Colors: yellow (shown) and red
Buoyancy: 16.5 pounds
Manufacturer: Astral Buoyancy

Please call (845.229.0595) or visit our Showroom in Hyde Park to Order

 

 

ASTRAL BUOYANCY :: TEMPO 200

The Tempo 200 is a front entry vest that is fitted with Astrals' Independent Shoulder Suspension that moves with you for a fully-adjustable, dynamic and strong fit.  This superior fit is achieved by the easy-reach buckles. A venting entry allows the user to open the front of the vest to cool off, yet the vest remains secured. Two large polypro fleece-lined handwarmer pockets on the front complement this vest and have loops inside for keys.  These rope-ready pockets are engineered to hold a small throw rope behind them.  Safety features of this vest include reflective piping and daisy-chained webbing loops along the shoulder straps and a lash tab for a folding knife.  The shoulder strap even has a small pocket for nose plugs, lip balm or whatever.
 

Tempo 200

Blue/BlackYellow/Black

Unisex Sizes: XS-M (30-42); L-XL (42-54)
Type: Front entry
Shell: 500 denier cordura
Features: independent shoulder suspension; venting entry; two large rope-ready pockets; reflective piping; accepts Astral Accessories
Colors: blue/black and yellow/black
Buoyancy: 17.1 pounds
Manufacturer: Astral Buoyancy

Please call (845.229.0595) or visit our Showroom in Hyde Park to Order

 


ASTRAL BUOYANCY :: TEMPO 300

The Tempo 300 is a front entry vest that is provides a fully-adjustable, dynamic and strong fit.  This vest has many thoughtful features including a vented back with a wicking poly-fleece mesh to manage body heat and moisture. Two large expandable pockets on the front, complement this vest and have internal lanyard loops for keys. The pockets have special water-resistant, urethane-treated zippers (with zipper bonnets). The pockets are polypro fleece lined and make excellent handwarmers. Reflective piping and daisy-chained webbing loops along the shoulder straps; a knife tab and dual strobe lash tab (on the back) for safety.  This vest comes standard with a quick release belt.
 

Tempo 300

Yellow/BlackOrange/Black

Unisex Sizes: XS-M (30-42); L-XL (42-54)
Type: Front entry
Shell: 500 denier cordura
Features: vented back with wicking mesh; two large front handwarmer pockets with water-resistant zippers; reflective piping; dual strobe lash tab; quick-release belt standard; accepts Astral Accessories
Colors: yellow/black and orange/black
Buoyancy: 17. pounds
Manufacturer: Astral Buoyancy

Please call (845.229.0595) or visit our Showroom in Hyde Park to Order

 

 

ASTRAL BUOYANCY :: WONDER JACKET

The WonderJacket 200 is a front entry vest designed for women.  The torso is shorter and the chest area has been tailored to fit a woman's contours.  Astrals' Independent Shoulder Suspension moves with you for a fully-adjustable, dynamic and strong fit. Two polypro fleece-lined handwarmer pockets on the front complement this vest and have loops inside for keys.  There even is a rear pocket for a beverage bladder or rope stash. Safety features of this vest include reflective piping and daisy-chained webbing loops along the shoulder straps and a lash tab for a folding knife.  The shoulder strap even has a small pocket for nose plugs, lip balm or whatever. Made with recyclable foam, an eco-friendly alternative floatation material.
 

Wonder Tour

Blue/BlackYellow/Black

Women's Sizes: XS-M (30-42); L-XL (42-54)
Type: Front entry
Shell: 500 denier cordura
Features: wonder sports top; two front fleece-lined front pockets; rear pocket; reflective piping; daisy-chained webbing loops; accepts Astral Accessories
Colors: blue/black and yellow/black
Buoyancy: 17 pounds
Manufacturer: Astral Buoyancy

Please call (845.229.0595) or visit our Showroom in Hyde Park to Order

 


ASTRAL BUOYANCY :: WONDER TOUR

The WonderTour is a front entry vest designed for women that provides a fully-adjustable, dynamic and strong fit.  The torso is shorter and the chest area has been tailored to fit a woman's contours. This vest has many thoughtful features including two large expandable pockets on the front with internal lanyard loops for keys. The pockets have special water-resistant, urethane-treated zippers (with zipper bonnets)The pockets are polypro fleece lined and make excellent handwarmers. Reflective piping and daisy-chained webbing loops along the shoulder straps; a knife tab and dual strobe lash tab (on the back) for safety.  This vest comes standard with a quick release belt.  Made with recyclable foam, an eco-friendly alternative floatation material.
 

Wonder Tour

Blue/BlackYellow/Black

Women's Sizes: XS-M (30-42); L-XL (42-54)
Type: Front entry
Shell: 500 denier cordura
Features: two large front handwarmer pockets with water-resistant zippers; reflective piping; dual strobe lash tab; quick-release belt standard; accepts Astral Accessories
Colors: blue/black and yellow/black
Buoyancy: 17. pounds
Manufacturer: Astral Buoyancy

Please call (845.229.0595) or visit our Showroom in Hyde Park to Order

 


ASTRAL BUOYANCY :: WONDER VEST

The WonderVest is a pull-over vest designed for women. The Wondervest features a shorter torso and is designed like a sports bra; to effectively support a woman's contours.  The upper is connected to the vest via self-adjusting, friction-belayed, cross-rigged, static stretch-stopped independent shoulder suspension. The large center pocket can accommodate astral's accessory ropes and hydro bladders.
Made with recyclable foam, an eco-friendly alternative floatation material.
 

Wonder Vest

Yellow/BlackBlue/Black

Women's Sizes: XS-M (30-42); L-XL (42-54)
Type: Pull-over
Shell: 500 denier cordura
Features: independent shoulder suspension; large front pocket; accepts Astral Accessories
Colors: yellow/black and blue/black
Buoyancy: 16.75 pounds
Manufacturer: Astral Buoyancy

Please call (845.229.0595) or visit our Showroom in Hyde Park to Order

 


ASTRAL BUOYANCY :: WONDER PRO (RESCUE VEST)

The WonderPro is a streamlined pullover rescue vest for extreme situations designed for women. This vest comes with a 1.5-inch quick release harness and extra impact protected sides.  The vest also has an integrated spectra belay loop.  Due to the thoughtfully engineered design, the shoulder straps create a stronger grip on your torso when the shoulder straps are pulled.  This PFD has a large front pocket with a snap closure that can be outfitted with an entire rope bag or water bladder. The front pocket has a headphone ready slot and a loop inside for your keys.  The backside of the pocket is lined with fleece and makes a great handwarmer pocket. The vest also has a built-in Tow-System pocket, reflective piping; daisy-chained webbing at the shoulders and a lash tab for a folding knife complete this nicely appointed rescue vest.
 

Wonder Pro

Red/BlackBlue/Black

Women's Sizes: XS-M (30-42); L-XL (42-54)
Type: Pull-over
Shell: 500 denier cordura
Features: quick-release harness; integrated spectra belay loop; large front pocket with handwarmer; accepts Astral Accessories; integrated tow-system pocket; reflective piping
Colors: red/black and orange/black
Buoyancy: 16.75 pounds
Manufacturer: Astral Buoyancy

Please call (845.229.0595) or visit our Showroom in Hyde Park to Order

 

 

ASTRAL BUOYANCY :: HYBRID

Super-low, small and trim foam platform inflatable. Starting with 8 lbs of buoyancy and up to 23 lbs of buoyancy when fully inflated.  The floatation bladder is expanded by blow tubes and is not self-inflating. The floatation bladder is ergonomically shaped to fit comfortably.  Large fleece-backed front pocket. The vest is both quick-release harness and drinking bladder compatible. The vented back is soft, wicking poly-fleece mesh. 
 

Hybrid

Blue/BlackRed/Black

Unisex Sizes: XS-M (30-42); L-XL (42-54)
Type: Pull-over
Shell: 500 denier cordura
Features: inflatable with foam; vented back with wicking mesh; onelarge front handwarmer pocket; reflective piping; accepts quick-release belt and other Astral Accessories
Colors: blue/black and yellow/black
Buoyancy: 8 pounds; 23 pounds fully inflated
Manufacturer: Astral Buoyancy

Please call (845.229.0595) or visit our Showroom in Hyde Park to Order

 

 ABOUT PERSONAL FLOATATION DEVICES (PFDs)



Personal Floatation Devices, PFDs, are an integral part of a safe journey.  A PFD should always be worn when you are out boating or kayaking.  Most kayakers will wear a US Coast Guard Class type III PFD in either a vest-style or a pullover style.

The PFD should be designed for paddlers and feature large neck and armholes and narrow shoulder straps.  It should allow for good freedom of movement through all paddling motions. Your PFD should have a means to make adjustments to the fit at the waist; shoulder and around the torso to allow for a proper, snug fit.  Pockets; lash-tabs and reflective piping are compliments to a good PFD.  There is a difference in fit with a women-specific PFD.  PFDs come in a variety of colors and styles, so get something you like and you will never feel the urge to go without it.


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