Which vest and why?

[MrDenton]

My guess to the SRP and Lifeline not be USCG approved would be needed for testing. Even though they both probably meet and exceed the standard.


Oath Keeper

[hyperpasta]

Thanks guys.

I thought I heard something along those lines, but never saw a thread on this subject. I just mentioned the Poker Run vest because it was plainly described as a Non USCG approved vest. I need to purchase a couple quality vests for the wife and myself for our new Runnerbottom.

I get the quality of the vests mentioned as I was part of the Lucas Dragboat series this year. These vests work! It just seems so odd that you can spend so much for a product and not get the certification.

This is one of the moments in life where you get what you pay for "safety" and some "Federal Suit and Tie" type guy has something else to say about it. Go figure?

[Roaddogg 4040]

To add my two cents Andrew and Candice have a great point about the Lifeline jackets floating you face up. I have a Lifeline too.

Steve

[fdlock890]

I did a ton of research before I purchased my life jacket. I went with LifeLine as well. Kent is great to deal with and yes he is always around at the races (in Parker). I spoke with numerous racers that had used both jackets and the majority were running LifeLine for a few reasons.

1) Safety, they float you face up. Kent advised me to get fully dressed as if I was ready to jump in my boat and go. Then, jump into a body of water and see what happens. It was pretty eye opening.

2) Function, the leg bands and the cut of the jacket.

3) Comfort, most everyone that I spoke with that wore both Jackets preferred the LifeLine jacket over the SRP.

Good luck Greg, and choose wisely. They are a huge investment.

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