Will this vest ride up if the child is seated (like in a kayak)?
82567
No. The design keeps it around a child's chest. However, for this reason it is only considered a live saving device in calm water with a conscious wearer.
82568
I don't think so it stays pretty snug my daughter and when she sits down it dose not seem to bother her
82569
The chest part won't but the arm wings will prevent (or make it difficult) to keep arms at the side.
825352
Yes, it stays up, in fact, we use the chair in an inflatable boat and they have performed very well. The only negative thing about it is the means of strapping it to a bench. It should have multiple bands of Velcro for better adjustment for different widths of bench material. I recommend this item for what it was designed to accomplish . . . become a chair.
1318975
Yes it will. However it does shift unless the child holds it in place. The movement is slight.
2007829
It would definitely float. However, I think the water level may go into the space where the child would be. Maybe if there were only a few inches of water. We have never tried it, but I can tell you the kids have a great time rolling each other around.
1092110
I do not believe it will be stable enough to stand up on even with a 5 yr old that has excellent balance to use as a paddle board. It is a foam board so the buoyancy is not a problem, it's the wobble L/R that would cause a problem.
123410
It might, but that's not what it's made for. This is not a rubber skirt like they use in white water kayaks. In an emergency it may let you roll, but I'd not depend on it on a regular basis
249484
I would think so, I however, wear mine in a pool in water 9' or more, and it does keep me on top of the water. As far as bulky wear, I suppose it may be a bit less bulk around the waist only compared to a full life vest...I never thought of wearing it while I kayak! Thanks for asking the question Marvin!
995132
It does ride up some. But the belt is adjustable and has sufficient length .
134466
Yes. And it will be in the way of your sitting on the seat comfortably. But the child will love it, and I made the sacrifice of comfort for the baby. I got used to it.
1018658
No but it will break down and fit behind any seat in a kayak it will not fall out if you tip over.
317014
I think it depends less on age and more on size/weight. At a certain point, a float is going to be unstable if the child is bigger than it's rated for.
874184
Yes, absolutely! We still travel and use this vest for our 4 years old (~35lbs) daughter.
1036652
yes, but it is not very steady. My small kids can not reach the ground when setting in the seat.
1657344
Yes, as long as the captains chair arms are up. My 4 yr old does quite well wih it
2247741
No if you leave the seat mount looser it will swivel. Not by design exactly but it works. My only beef is at the lowest setting they were still high enough that I was above my windshield. If this won't be an issue I recommend them highly. Very comfortable and very sturdy in all water conditions.
2120875
The seat comes up some even when the child is belted in. If the child stands on the u bars that hold the chair to the table they can push up some. If your child is one who likes to escape and tries a lot to get out of their chair, one that attaches to a chair with a tray may be a better option for you. I love this one, and if you don't leave your child alone in it I don't think it would be a problem even with one who likes to climb out, unless they can undo the straps.
952317
If you mean does the seat raise higher/lower then no, it does not. If you mean does it adjust to your child's size, yes it does. The safety buckles are fully adjustable and the tray has three different adjustments to fit a growing kid. We use the seat alone as a booster for our two and a half year old - she's been in a similar seat since she was four months old (only difference is the play table toys).