This vest offers a wide array of important features for those who prefer the ease of donning and removing a front-entry PFD. This fully featured ergonomic design is an Astral Classic great for Whitewater, Touring, and Canoeing. Features: Low riding, contoured foam keeps the buoyancy out of your way ,providing an amazing range of motion. Preferred by aggressive paddlers. Dual Cargo Pockets are easily accessed via vertical zippers. Gussets provide ample expansion. Handwarmers are hidden behind the front pockets. ISS™-[Independent Shoulder Suspension] is designed to let the shoulder straps move up and down with your shoulders without pulling up on the PFD. Reinforcement webbing is sewn from your shoulder straps to the side-wings of your Vest for unmatched strength in a recreational PFD. Neck Bumpers of neoprene at inside of your shoulder straps increase comfort for all day paddling. EZ-Reach side adjustments are placed much more forward than other PFD's. This makes it much easier to securely adjust an Astral vest. Flotection™-Impact resistant foam placed in the back and sides to protect your ribs and upper spine. Chimney Vent™-By opening the main zipper and loosening the buckle beneath, you will freshen up and still stay secure. Hydration compatibility-our ½ Bladder™ fits in the front pocket and our Full Bladder™ fits between the back foam layers. Quick Access Knife tab. Specs: Shell fabric: 500 Denier Cordura© Nylon Provides excellent abrasion resistance. Liner fabric: 200 Denier Nylon for lightweight comfort against your skin or clothing. Buoyancy: 16.75 lbs. (USCG minimum is 15.5 lbs for a Type III PFD) USCG: Type III PFD. Sizing: (measured in inches at widest torso circumference X-Small-Medium: 30-42" Large-Extra Large: 42-52".
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