new pfd ??
 

Hi folks, new to kayak fishing and am looking for any input on buying a pfd vest. curious what everyones using, especially you big guys..

Thanks

this is the one I use it was in my budget at the time when I was looking and fits me great! I'm 6'2" 225#

I like it For what it does and the price point.

Jeff

I use the Kokatat Bahia Tour
It makes a good fishing pfd and fits me well (6'0" - 240 lbs) The front pocket is the perfect size to hold a marine radio, and there is a pocket behind it to hold a knife or pliers.
I figure that if I end up going overboard - everything I need will be in one place and going with me. I'd hate to end up in the drink with the VHF in the boat as it blows away in the wind...

http://www.pbase.com/baja_traveler/image/150282080.jpg

In term of fish the most important thing to look at is the arm pit area; make sure it's nice and open for natural movement.

Go to a shop that has a variety. Try them on, sit on the floor and go through the paddling motions. If it is not comfortable you won't want to wear it.

Thanks folks for the info........:)

well I'm 5'4 200lb's and use a NRS CVest, It's a bit cheaper than a Kokatat. But has almost the same layout.

Pockets.........you can't ever have enough pockets

I use Stohlquist Fisherman PFD - very handy for a serious kayak fisherman!

http://www.outdoorplay.com/Stohlquis...PFD-Lifejacket

this one works

http://www.kayakfishingsupplies.com/...Chinook/Detail

Where is sante?
 

I know a shop that is doing 20 percent off of above mentioned models

Santee is San Diego East County. About 15 miles east of Mission Bay. Next to El Cajon and Lakeside.

I live in Santee, not much out here!

Santee is just a great family oriented east county community.....

Just the way I like it.....:)


Oh ya, thanks everyone for the input on the PFDs.. Picked up a Kokatat.