PFD - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

sasha · 10-15-2010, 08:10 PM

Well got the rear hatch taken care of. Had to sand it down to take most of the marks from the cuting wheel so with a very slight pressure it closes. Been using and old PFD but i want something that i can peddle with easier. Been looking at REI as they have 20% off right now. Any PFD that you guys would recommend?? IM not a good swimmer actualy im a bad one. Here are a few i been looking at
http://www.rei.com/product/736297

http://www.rei.com/product/767358

http://www.rei.com/product/736212

http://www.rei.com/product/802370

http://www.rei.com/product/799574

i need to make a choice no later then sunday when the 20% Sale ends.
thanks.

sasha

Tman · 10-15-2010, 09:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sasha

Been using an old PFD but i want something that i can peddle with easier. Any PFD that you guys would recommend?? IM not a good swimmer actualy im a bad one.
sasha

That has got to be the most honest post I have ever read...

I don't have advice on any brand, hopefully more guys will chime in, I do suggest you get one that fits you snug. It's ok to get one a bit bigger, you can always cinch it tighter. As you're standing it should come to your lower rib cage (sitting in the yak it will come to your waist), make sure it has adjustable straps to snug you in not only the lower end of the PFD (quick release snaps) but the shoulder straps as well, a couple pockets in the front, side straps to snug the rib cage area, and most importantly, one that you can easily loosen if needed...and, the upper back portion makes a good headrest if ya decide to take a nap...wait, disregard that last statement.

jorluivil · 10-16-2010, 05:57 AM

I have the NRS Chinook, after a few minutes you forget you're wearing it.

bigbarrels · 10-16-2010, 06:35 AM

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Originally Posted by jorluivil

I have the NRS Chinook, after a few minutes you forget you're wearing it.

X2........saved my arse once

Durwood101 · 10-16-2010, 07:21 AM

I visited Rik down at OEX in Kearny Mesa. I was going to buy a basic PFD lifevest, but after talking to Rik, I ended up with the Fishermen by Stohlquist. It was a lot more than I wanted to spend,but it's a nice vest, and the extra pockets and areas to store stuff is a bonus out on the water. Everything is within your grasp.

sasha · 10-16-2010, 07:23 AM

cool guys that two points for chinook. I also like it when someone can say that you can almost forget that you have it on. The one i used you would never forget you had it on lol keep going up so had to stop and adj it often.

Sasha

bmercury · 10-16-2010, 12:04 PM

ahhh you have to be a member to get the 20% off? REI has some nice looking stuff but seems very overpriced for the most part.

I have seen a lot of PFD's that seem comfortable for kayaking, I am now looking for one that will be comfortable prone paddling on a board. Tough to find. If I am going out there 2 miles on any sort of watercraft I'm not going to forgo a PFD.

sasha · 10-16-2010, 12:35 PM

Im a member of REI. With the 20% off the price is more reasonble. Comfort is very important as i dont plan to take it off when ever im out there. But its right below the flotaion as the only thing that would beat me to the bottom of the ocean is a rock

That fisherman by stohlquist looks realy nice.

old_rookie · 10-16-2010, 03:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Durwood101

I visited Rik down at OEX in Kearny Mesa. I was going to buy a basic PFD lifevest, but after talking to Rik, I ended up with the Fishermen by Stohlquist. It was a lot more than I wanted to spend,but it's a nice vest, and the extra pockets and areas to store stuff is a bonus out on the water. Everything is within your grasp.

I did the same thing - I don't think I have the Fisherman, but it has two pockets and made by Stohlquist - is not in the way of paddling.

romspacenut · 10-16-2010, 03:15 PM

I was just there today and was chatting with Rick. I ended up getting the yellow Stohlquist PiSEAs.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Durwood101

I visited Rik down at OEX in Kearny Mesa. I was going to buy a basic PFD lifevest, but after talking to Rik, I ended up with the Fishermen by Stohlquist. It was a lot more than I wanted to spend,but it's a nice vest, and the extra pockets and areas to store stuff is a bonus out on the water. Everything is within your grasp.

Durwood101 · 10-16-2010, 04:58 PM

Nice.

tony · 10-16-2010, 05:41 PM

A little off topic but......
If you cant swim I would strongly suggest that you take swimming lessons.
That is a skill everyone should have.
Could save your life or someone else down the road.....
Plus it will increase your comfort level ten fold.

sasha · 10-16-2010, 06:11 PM

Thanks Tony you are right about it. Yes im planning on taking a few classes as well. Just got into it and there is so much i need to do and get. one thing at the time. Time and money work aginst me here

bmercury · 10-16-2010, 11:25 PM

take the swimming lessons before you go out on the water...

maui jim · 10-17-2010, 01:39 PM

my wife uses a Extra Sport PFD, and is cut and fitted for women she finds it very confortable

sasha · 10-17-2010, 05:53 PM

Just to set it right im a MAN/GUY/BOY

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Well i went for the NRS Chinook. The reason i went for it was that it got thumps up from two folks on here. I liked the way the pockets are designed. Its rated for 16.5lb which is on the high side. The last part and yes it was the last part was the price. I found a cart on craigslist for $40. Slowly im getting set up

. Planning on going out there more to get used to the kayak. Hope no one minds me asking lots of Q cause i got lots more to ask lol.

Sasha

SGV Rookie · 10-17-2010, 08:34 PM

I have the NRS Chinook! You will love it! I forget it's there when i'm fishing. Make sure to flip a few times in a pool or shallow body of water. You will need to get a feel for the bouyancy and re-entry to the Yak!

sasha · 10-18-2010, 08:07 AM

That i shall do Thanks.. The one thing i dont want to be is food for the crabs..

old_rookie · 10-18-2010, 08:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sasha

Hope no one minds me asking lots of Q cause i got lots more to ask lol.

Sasha

Been there. Done that. Will still gave questions. I would think the reason for this forum is to ask and answer questions. But if you go 'overboard' with questions like I did, you'll know by the sarcastic answers you get.

maui jim · 10-19-2010, 11:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sasha

Just to set it right im a MAN/GUY/BOY

.
Well i went for the NRS Chinook. The reason i went for it was that it got thumps up from two folks on here. I liked the way the pockets are designed. Its rated for 16.5lb which is on the high side. The last part and yes it was the last part was the price. I found a cart on craigslist for $40. Slowly im getting set up

. Planning on going out there more to get used to the kayak. Hope no one minds me asking lots of Q cause i got lots more to ask lol.

Sasha

SORRY Dude....can I call you dude, but with no pic....
and I had to guess...

no worries I have a extrasport also but mines blue....

10-15-2010, 08:10 PM	#1
sasha Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 275	PFD Well got the rear hatch taken care of. Had to sand it down to take most of the marks from the cuting wheel so with a very slight pressure it closes. Been using and old PFD but i want something that i can peddle with easier. Been looking at REI as they have 20% off right now. Any PFD that you guys would recommend?? IM not a good swimmer actualy im a bad one. Here are a few i been looking at http://www.rei.com/product/736297 http://www.rei.com/product/767358 http://www.rei.com/product/736212 http://www.rei.com/product/802370 http://www.rei.com/product/799574 i need to make a choice no later then sunday when the 20% Sale ends. thanks. sasha

10-17-2010, 01:39 PM	#15
maui jim Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Cypress, CA Posts: 789	my wife uses a Extra Sport PFD, and is cut and fitted for women she finds it very confortable __________________

10-17-2010, 05:53 PM	#16
sasha Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 275	Just to set it right im a MAN/GUY/BOY. Well i went for the NRS Chinook. The reason i went for it was that it got thumps up from two folks on here. I liked the way the pockets are designed. Its rated for 16.5lb which is on the high side. The last part and yes it was the last part was the price. I found a cart on craigslist for $40. Slowly im getting set up . Planning on going out there more to get used to the kayak. Hope no one minds me asking lots of Q cause i got lots more to ask lol. Sasha

10-17-2010, 08:34 PM	#17
SGV Rookie Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: San Gabriel Valley Posts: 89	NRS I have the NRS Chinook! You will love it! I forget it's there when i'm fishing. Make sure to flip a few times in a pool or shallow body of water. You will need to get a feel for the bouyancy and re-entry to the Yak!

10-16-2010, 05:57 AM	#3
jorluivil Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 6,855	I have the NRS Chinook, after a few minutes you forget you're wearing it.

10-16-2010, 07:21 AM	#5
Durwood101 Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Poway, CA Posts: 54	I visited Rik down at OEX in Kearny Mesa. I was going to buy a basic PFD lifevest, but after talking to Rik, I ended up with the Fishermen by Stohlquist. It was a lot more than I wanted to spend,but it's a nice vest, and the extra pockets and areas to store stuff is a bonus out on the water. Everything is within your grasp.

10-16-2010, 07:23 AM	#6
sasha Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 275	cool guys that two points for chinook. I also like it when someone can say that you can almost forget that you have it on. The one i used you would never forget you had it on lol keep going up so had to stop and adj it often. Sasha

10-16-2010, 12:04 PM	#7
bmercury Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 103	ahhh you have to be a member to get the 20% off? REI has some nice looking stuff but seems very overpriced for the most part. I have seen a lot of PFD's that seem comfortable for kayaking, I am now looking for one that will be comfortable prone paddling on a board. Tough to find. If I am going out there 2 miles on any sort of watercraft I'm not going to forgo a PFD.

10-16-2010, 12:35 PM	#8
sasha Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 275	Im a member of REI. With the 20% off the price is more reasonble. Comfort is very important as i dont plan to take it off when ever im out there. But its right below the flotaion as the only thing that would beat me to the bottom of the ocean is a rock That fisherman by stohlquist looks realy nice.

10-16-2010, 04:58 PM	#11
Durwood101 Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Poway, CA Posts: 54	Nice.

10-16-2010, 05:41 PM	#12
tony Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: La Jolla Posts: 130	A little off topic but...... If you cant swim I would strongly suggest that you take swimming lessons. That is a skill everyone should have. Could save your life or someone else down the road..... Plus it will increase your comfort level ten fold.

10-16-2010, 06:11 PM	#13
sasha Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 275	Thanks Tony you are right about it. Yes im planning on taking a few classes as well. Just got into it and there is so much i need to do and get. one thing at the time. Time and money work aginst me here

10-16-2010, 11:25 PM	#14
bmercury Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 103	take the swimming lessons before you go out on the water...

10-18-2010, 08:07 AM	#18
sasha Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 275	That i shall do Thanks.. The one thing i dont want to be is food for the crabs..