Rescue PFD purchase

Jill MacNeice

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Jun 9, 2019, 12:14:22 PM6/9/19

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All,

I’m considering NRS Zen or Astral Green. Any recommendations on which and why?

Or is something better out there?

I look forward to you comments.

Jill

Jennifer Sass

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Jun 9, 2019, 12:52:04 PM6/9/19

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I am a huge fan of the Kokotat Ronin Pro for several reasons: it fits really comfortably, it has a front zip so I can either pull it overhead or use the front zipper; it has the only pocket i've ever seen that holds a tow tether comfortably and safely, with easy access (this point alone would bias me to favor this jacket); and, big pockets that zip up securely.

https://kokatat.com/product/ronin-pro-pfd-lvurnp

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Mark Eakin

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Jun 9, 2019, 2:36:24 PM6/9/19

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I also find that my Ronin Pro feels like it provides more flotation than my Green Jacket despite them having the same buoyancy in paper.

The Robin Pro definitely has better pockets.

Cheers

Mark

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Steven Swanicke

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Jun 9, 2019, 3:13:52 PM6/9/19

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Backcountry.com has a kokatat maximus prime rescue vest for 45% off. I was wearing it at the Swiftwater training on Saturday.

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Jill MacNeice

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Jun 12, 2019, 9:14:18 AM6/12/19

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Thanks everyone for all your thoughtful comments. You’ve made it easier — and harder — to decide. 🙃

Jill

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