Any kayakers on here? (1 Viewer)

[Gingernuts]

Looking to buy a life jacket/ flotation jacket thingy and I guess for sea kayaking I need one that I can paddle with comfortably, when I swing my arms I don’t want it rubbing!
Alex

 

[funflair]

You are right it's a bouyancy aid rather than a life jacket and yes it needs to be comfortable, try going to somewhere that you can try them on.

 

[Gingernuts]

Unfortunately no where near that I know of

 

[Lisa]

https://palmequipmenteurope.com/gb/70-recreation-pfds?q=Activity-Canoe. Palm are a very good make with some very lightweight versions as well as giving clearance under the arms.

The Palm meander is popular with paddle boarders as it's not too bulky and enables you to get back on the board more easily.

 

[funflair]

Have you got the kayak yet?

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[funflair]

https://palmequipmenteurope.com/gb/70-recreation-pfds?q=Activity-Canoe. Palm are a very good make with some very lightweight versions as well as giving clearance under the arms.

The Palm meander is popular with paddle boarders as it's not too bulky and enables you to get back on the board more easily.

Just been out to the shed and guess what this is the HB high back version which is a bit cooler in an open canoe and gives plenty of movement in a Kayak, adjustment at the sides and shoulders helps the fit.

 

[Gingernuts]

Just been out to the shed and guess what this is the HB high back version which is a bit cooler in an open canoe and gives plenty of movement in a Kayak, adjustment at the sides and shoulders helps the fit.

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I’ve just been surfing the net and came up with this very same pfd

 

[andykim]

Go outdoors usually sell a selection.

 

[Gingernuts]

Go outdoors usually sell a selection.

Nearest is 50 miles away

 

[andykim]

Nearest is 50 miles away

Paddle faster ;-)
Have you tried Amazon

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[DDJC]

Just been out to the shed and guess what this is the HB high back version which is a bit cooler in an open canoe and gives plenty of movement in a Kayak, adjustment at the sides and shoulders helps the fit.

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Your shed is so much tidier then either of mine.

 

[Shipps]

I'm a fan of Peak PFD's never used their Wrap PFD's but my friend who runs a Kayak trip company loves his. Also keep an eye on their clearance and sale rails as get some kit bargains.

Ocean Wrap PFD | Canoe & Kayak Equipment | Peak PS

The award winning, innovative sea kayaking PFD that gives all the storage of a vest style buoyancy aid, with the ease of fitting of a front entry. Available in men's and women's sizes with a unique chest foam layout for women.

peakuk.com

Clearance | Canoe & Kayak | Peak UK

Discontinued lines and products, all at discounted prices.

peakuk.com

Or give Sea Kayak Oban a call as they will give you good advice on one to pick from their stock. Tiso is also another option to try a PFD on.

 

[namwaldog]

Paddle faster ;-)
Have you tried Amazon

NAH, Already been done by Helen Skelton....

 

[Coolcats]

Looking to buy a life jacket/ flotation jacket thingy and I guess for sea kayaking I need one that I can paddle with comfortably, when I swing my arms I don’t want it rubbing!
Alex

Peak and palm both U.K. companies and great kit. Go to an outlet with these products and try them on. Also your not swinging your arms your arms only have little muscles it’s the back muscles that do the work along with good core muscles and of course legs as well…..it’s a whole body workout.

 

[Coolcats]

Paddle faster ;-)
Have you tried Amazon

Some of those flogged by amazon have safety recalls a proper outlet with palm and peak is probably a safer option at least you can try them on.

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[Gingernuts]

Peak and palm both U.K. companies and great kit. Go to an outlet with these products and try them on. Also your not swinging your arms your arms only have little muscles it’s the back muscles that do the work along with good core muscles and of course legs as well…..it’s a whole body workout.

Thank you coolcats a uk company was what I was looking for

 

[Coolcats]

Thank you coolcats a uk company was what I was looking for

You could call them and have a chat they are a friendly bunch and if your interested this is a bit about them

Pete Astles' Kayak Session Interview

Pete was recently interviewed by the Kayak Session team to discuss thirty years of Peak UK, kayaking carnage, environmental causes and much more...Words: Philippe Doux & Anna Bruno | Photography: Courtesy ...

peakuk.com

 

[funflair]

Peak and palm both U.K. companies and great kit. Go to an outlet with these products and try them on. Also your not swinging your arms your arms only have little muscles it’s the back muscles that do the work along with good core muscles and of course legs as well…..it’s a whole body workout.

Both Palm and PEAK set up around the time I was quite actively paddling slalom and a bit or surf ski, I remember Pete Astles turning up at events with stuff for paddlers to try out.

 

[TheMachMan]

We’ve got a couple of NRS high back ones as they don't interfere with the kayak seat back. Much more comfortable.

 

[Puddleduck]

I am in Scotland as well so if you start a conversation with me along with approximately where you live I might be able to suggest a stockist.

I bought my pfd at the Tees Barrage but there are quite a few places around, not necessarily specialist kayak stores, where you can go and try any pfd they have in stock. I've found some harbours have chandlers that carry quite a few useful bits and pieces.

Don't compromise with safety equipment - pay the money and get the best.

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[andykim]

NAH, Already been done by Helen Skelton....

I think my Amazon quote went way overhead.

 

[Gingernuts]

I am in Scotland as well so if you start a conversation with me along with approximately where you live I might be able to suggest a stockist.

I bought my pfd at the Tees Barrage but there are quite a few places around, not necessarily specialist kayak stores, where you can go and try any pfd they have in stock. I've found some harbours have chandlers that carry quite a few useful bits and pieces.

Don't compromise with safety equipment - pay the money and get the best.

Perth in Scotland

 

[Puddleduck]

Message sent!

I'm not sure if the places I know about / have bought from in the past will be of any use to you as apart from TISO in Perth (ex-Brookbank) most places are far enough away to make it "day out" territory.

 

[Gingernuts]

Have you got the kayak yet?

Yes got 2 Cambridge adventure 450’s

 

[Towat101]

Looking to buy a life jacket/ flotation jacket thingy and I guess for sea kayaking I need one that I can paddle with comfortably, when I swing my arms I don’t want it rubbing!
Alex

I use a Palm Hydro it has pockets for equipment and a rear pouch for a water bladder which I found essential to avoid dehydration, on the sea you can't just splash your face like on a river or lake and if the conditions are rough you can't always reach your water bottle.

Palm Hydro Kayak Buoyancy Aid Red

Nylon 420D ripstop YKK front zip entry Regular fit Reflective details 3D anti ride-up waistbelt Adjustable straps Front cargo pockets with buckle closure and clip-in points Large rear pocket Chest mounted lash tab Hydration Bladder compatible A versatile...

www.shore.co.uk

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[Gingernuts]

Hi thanks everybody, I have bought a Palm meander high back to start with. I only went for it as I could try it on (port Edgar water sports) and it had a pocket for my car key. I thought extra pockets would get in the way (bulkier) but I did wonder about a pocket for a hydration bladder
Anyway if you see a peelywally Scotsman cursing while learning/ wobbling along in a black & whitebCambridge adventure 450…shout some encouragement
PS I found peak pfd s a bit garish

 

[funflair]

Hi thanks everybody, I have bought a Palm meander high back to start with. I only went for it as I could try it on (port Edgar water sports) and it had a pocket for my car key. I thought extra pockets would get in the way (bulkier) but I did wonder about a pocket for a hydration bladder
Anyway if you see a peelywally Scotsman cursing while learning/ wobbling along in a black & whitebCambridge adventure 450…shout some encouragement
PS I found peak pfd s a bit garish

I used to stuff a cycle water bottle down the zip gap for short trips, don't put the top down tight though if you have fizzy in "hydration bladder" that sounds like a posh name for the 3 litre wine box insert with a plastic pipe and a clothes peg onto my bouyancy aid, mind you that was over 30 years ago, a friend doing the Devizes Westminster race use saline drip bags, I needed more volume as we were at sea for 29 hours

 

[Coolcats]

Hi thanks everybody, I have bought a Palm meander high back to start with. I only went for it as I could try it on (port Edgar water sports) and it had a pocket for my car key. I thought extra pockets would get in the way (bulkier) but I did wonder about a pocket for a hydration bladder
Anyway if you see a peelywally Scotsman cursing while learning/ wobbling along in a black & whitebCambridge adventure 450…shout some encouragement
PS I found peak pfd s a bit garish

Just one suggestion if you can find a club near you they should be able to help with getting your paddling efficient and help you to keep you safe https://www.britishcanoeing.org.uk/canoe-near-you

 

[Gingernuts]

Just one suggestion if you can find a club near you they should be able to help with getting your paddling efficient and help you to keep you safe https://www.britishcanoeing.org.uk/canoe-near-you

Contacted the local canoe club before lockdown……no reply

 

[Gingernuts]

I used to stuff a cycle water bottle down the zip gap for short trips, don't put the top down tight though if you have fizzy in "hydration bladder" that sounds like a posh name for the 3 litre wine box insert with a plastic pipe and a clothes peg onto my bouyancy aid, mind you that was over 30 years ago, a friend doing the Devizes Westminster race use saline drip bags, I needed more volume as we were at sea for 29 hours