Do you know if this vest is good for windsurfing? Meaning can you fit a harness with a hook below the vest?
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Well, I am not sure this one is particularly design for wind surfing and it depends where the hook is located at. If it is in the middle or higher it won't work since the vest has a zipper, it it below, like a belt it will work, also, depends how big you are and the harness, you might have to order a size or two bigger since the fit is pretty tight being a neoprene vest.
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Absolutely! This is one of the few vests that has flotation material under the dogs chest which helps keep their head above water. Just make sure you get the appropriate size for your dog.
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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!
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This vest is adjustable and I got it for a 9 pound Maltese who can't swim. I got the small, of course, but the straps to adjust are about 10 inches long, you could probably get away with the small, but you should, probably get the medium, because of his girth and adjust from there,
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It will keep you afloat if kept full. But its not as sturdy as a life vest. So if youre new to open water, a life jacket would be safer. Wouldnt recommend it for kayaking on rocky rivers. Sharp rocks could puncture the inflated vest. Great for snorkeling.
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I would find a less bulky PFD. LIfe vests are vests for a reason. For one, when I've fallen out of a boat while rafting, I've been pulled back in by the in-boat person grabbing the shoulders of my vest, so they don't dislocate my shoulders. This would not do that. Also, if you go face first into the water, my guess is, this would hold your bottom up just as well as it would hold the top of your body up. You need something constructed to keep your head above water in turbulence and unpredictable environments. This is made for aerobics in a pool - a much different environment.
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Yes, I use it to do deep water aerobics in the deep end. The floatation belt keeps you afloat when using the sytrofoam weights and gloves.
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It will definitely keep the person afloat but not sure about putting it around the waist. I'd ensure I had an approved life jacket for that.
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Jumping into some water with sandbags strapped to your core...I would say that seems a little unsafe. If you'd try it anyway, the safest approach would be to start with just the vest with no weight and build your strength slowly. And I'd swim with someone. But, in any case, sounds like a bad idea to me.
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Carmen - Yes, this is designed for larger dogs. here is the descroption along with the link to our page if you want o purchase the item: Product Description Ultimate Safety For Your Pet While He/She Are Out In The Water. Believe It Or Not, Dogs Also Get Tired While In The Water. Your Pet Can Be In And Out Of The Water All Day, While Staying Safe And Comfortable- Allowing You Piece Of Mind While You'Re Hanging Out At The Water. Doggy Life Jackets Provide The Ultimate Buoyancy With A Cozy Secure Fit And Provides High Visibility To Keep Pets Safe. Features An Advanced Breathable Mesh Underbelly For Proper Draining And Drying, Which Provides Your Dog More Comfort And Healthier Conditions Than Traditional Pet Life Jackets, Which Can Cause Exhaustion And Chafing. For Dogs Weighing 90+-Pound. http://www.amazon.com/Paws-Aboard-Neoprene-Designer-Lifeguard/dp/B004TA9VW0/ref=aag_m_pw_dp?ie=UTF8&m=A8E6AIPSUBJ10
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It was a true fit for me (normally a XL or 1X in ladies due to chest and got a XL). Of course, you want a wetsuit to be a little snug. I use it for kayaking, and it has good flexibility. I love that I can unzip it if I get too warm. I'm 5'1" and pair it with the crop pant separate, and get a nice fit.
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I'm a 44" and with cold weather coat, thermals, it fits me inside the jacket with room to spare.MY problem was the HOOKS are too thick to go through bino strap holes on bino. Got little ringsthat go in bino loops and harness clips go on rings. Seem like Nikon would sell harness hooks that fit their Nikon binoculars... huh?
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Yes! This would definitely be a better (and lighter) choice for a triathlon, rather than a wetsuit! Good luck!
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This is a great vest. I am 6'2", 240 lbs. Wife has those hehehe's fits over them great. Wearing it all of the time now. Early spring I was involved in a drowning rescue at local lake. Grandfather and 12 year old grandson. fishing pole went into water, grandfather fell overboard trying to save a $0.000 pole. Came up 4 days later. Sad. Yes, wife and I have vest on board, we fish all of the time. Getting older, Had tried another of these TYPE vest several years ago. Could not stand the fit around our neck. This one, Put it on and wear all day. After the spring event, We put our new Onyx A-24 vest on. Never take them off. That is our deal with all of our children. We are 80. Now, get it on and wear it.
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Mine accommodates a harness, I bought the small size and my Basenji's harness has a hook which I can access through a small hole in this vest. Not sure if it's the same place for other sizes of vests/dogs.
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Pamela, In the same manner that a life preserver would keep you afloat, this belt would also keep you afloat. It is intended to be used when doing aqua aerobic type exercises. If your goal is to do aqua aerobic exercises (i.e. float on your stomach or your back while kicking your legs or doing arm exercises), this would be a good piece of equipment for you.Have a good weekend.Sincerely,Roy LazarusTrivillage.com
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Yes. It's awesome. I'm glad I bought it as my first weight vest. The next one I'm probably going to invest in is the one that's half sized