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Choosing the Right Buoyancy Aid with P&B
by P&B 26 Jun 2018 14:30 BST
26 June 2018
Choosing the Right Buoyancy Aid
Buoyancy Aids
are a compulsory life saving device for the racing sailor and highly recommended for every form of water based activity.
Choosing the right style of buoyancy aid is purely down to personal preference. The benefit of the
Side Zip Buoyancy Aid
is that you have a larger front pocket, which is useful if you want to store a handy tool, radio or anything else. The
Front Zip Buoyancy Aid
is really easy to fit and you would wear one of these like you would a jacket.
We stock a great range of buoyancy aids from leading sailing brands with styles designed for men, women, kids and
even the dog
! Keep yourself and those around you safe with a good quality buoyancy aid.
We’ve picked out a few of our favourites that will suit any activity and budget:
Crewsaver Response 50N Buoyancy Aid (2601)
Front zip
Great entry-level buoyancy aid
Features padded shoulder straps, adjustable waist, key pocket and reflective print detailing.
Buy Now
!
Crewsaver Ergofit 50N Extreme Buoyancy Aid with Armour (9071)
Side zip
Combines high specification safety features.
Includes armour for added protection
Buy Now
!
Gill Pro Racer Junior Buoyancy Aid (4916JBK)
Size zip
Developed with minimum bulk and maximum comfort in mind.
Allows full freedom of movement and fully adjustable to enable a snug streamlined fit.
Buy Now
!
Musto Protection Vest (SUAC025)
Front zip
Designed for high speed foiling sailing.
Chest, kidney, abdominal and back panels add protection on capsize
Buy Now
!
Crewsaver Pet Float (CS2370-M)
Available in a variety of sizes
Easily adjustable and quick to fit
Includes handy grab handle
Buy Now
!
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P&B
championship winning sails. All boats are supplied fully tuned and calibrated.
The 2018 season sees marine technology experts
P&B
and
Musto
joining forces to support our excellent race team, check out the team's bio's
here
.
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