is there any amount of floatation in the padding?
363672
By itself, maybe, strapped to you with mag pouches and other accessories, not so much.
363673
not really. padding is for comfort, which will come in handy with weight of equipment. the thin and lite weight padding will not float once it absorbs water though. definitely an equipment/utility belt not a floatation device.
1429503
No, that is not foam padding. I believe it is some sort of hard plastic. It is really solid though.
1581406
not that I have noticed but its possible. I have earned a great tan with just a few weekends at the river on this. I have noticed with other floats that I get a strange tan line where its white down my side but with this one that does not happen.....it is more even :) I do love my float is has lasted for a few seasons now and goes to the river often. The holes are perfect cup holders or beer holders.
1300926
Yes, there is padding on the bottom. It doesn't scratch my wood or tile floor. Makes it a lot more stable, too. It's great
925311
No extra padding, just one layer. But it isn't a "grippy" surface - more like a suede. Hmm that is a great idea though....
902586
These are not really thick enough to add floatation. I use them for splash protection and have only been in the water with them a couple of times but have not noticed any added floatation.
756339
There's no "plastic" of any kind ir rubber within the padding. The wdges (for tucking) are airy and kinda "gauzey". As far as the pad itself, its got numerous "pockets" that seem to be "airy" thus the padding stays comfortable and not hot. Extremely comfortable, and I live down here in South Florida!
1384534
No, you'll have one half inch of extra cushion on each end. If you want it to look tightly filled, a half inch of foam rubber will do it.
1034980
(sorry for taking so long to see this question) No, this model does not float.
1415069
Very slight cushioned pad but my son has never complained of any discomfort.
698359
The pad I have doesn't sink in any farther than the weight you put on it. It is very firm.
1964158
Absolutely not. The buoyancy padding is primarily on the back and upper sides; the lower portion around the belly is much thinner. No worries here.
1105936
Yes, it's lightweight and fairly comfortable so you won't feel to restricted. But is definitely enough to help you float if necessary.
498860
Yes it is. Through observation I feel that the bouyancy is comparable with 1/2 to 1 of a single square floatie.
1844706
I'm pretty confident it is. There's nothing in the padding or weights that would limit it. I would suggest you air it out afterwards of course :)
5064
Yes I think so. I personally haven't gone in the water to test it out, but the hat maker claims that it floats and I can feel a foam pad in the crown about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick.
866741
Has a very good amount of padding already, no real need to add more...unless personal preference. Not weak plastic either, well made.