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Inflatable life vest
« on: September 13, 2004, 06:43:03 PM »
I am looking for one of those life vests that inflates when you pull a tag. Mustang makes them, and I wanted to get one for fishing, mostly for wading the rivers (wading drownings have been the news lately, and I don't want to take the risk, plus I could use it for other boating trips). Does anyone know where I could pick one of these up for a reasonable price, I have seen them mostly for around $180, and was wondering if they can be found any cheaper (but the same model)

Any ideas ?
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Re:Inflatable life vest
« Reply #1 on: September 13, 2004, 07:07:24 PM »
Berry's Tackle and Nikka in Richmond should have them.
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Re:Inflatable life vest
« Reply #2 on: September 13, 2004, 07:21:07 PM »
That would be a good idea. Canadian tire sells them for 180$i got one for 150$ dollars there and i think you can get them for 100$direct from the factory. But i saw this while looking for them and it looks like it might work? Its an inflatable fanny pack thing.


http://www.canadiantire.ca/assortments/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442687899&FOLDER%3C%3EbrowsePath=2534374302209441&FOLDER%3C%3EbrowsePath=2534374302441135&FOLDER%3C%3EbrowsePath=2534374302491415&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302491415&ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395348027&bmUID=1095128338722
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Re:Inflatable life vest
« Reply #3 on: September 13, 2004, 08:55:33 PM »
Actually, the waist pack is just a life vest secured around your waist, you have to loop it over your head for it to be a fully functional life vest.

The one in your picture is exactly what i'm looking for, I sent an email to Mustang to see about prices, so I'm waiting for a reply.
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Re:Inflatable life vest
« Reply #4 on: September 13, 2004, 09:34:08 PM »
Inflate first, then put the now-inflated life vest over your head...I think
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Re:Inflatable life vest
« Reply #5 on: September 13, 2004, 09:42:31 PM »
That's what I was starting to think...it's a little difficult to do when you're floating by your gut, and trying to put something over your head...hehe  ;D
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Re:Inflatable life vest
« Reply #6 on: September 13, 2004, 09:55:46 PM »
Hi,

Army & Navy in Langley had a few Mustang inflatables at 50% off retail.  Apparently they were leftovers from the other stores and they are getting out of that line.

They don't come with gas cylinders but I got a cylinder at Steveston Marine Hardware for $10.99.  I got a Deluxe Inflatable Fishing Vest for $90 last week.  They had another inflatable fishing vest but it was orange.  If you're in the neighbourhood it might be worth a look.

There are other types (SOSpenders and similar products) that auto-inflate when you hit the water.  But I think the type I got with the manual pull tab is probably good enough.  I'm not likely to hit my head and become unconscious if I fall in while wading.  :)

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Re:Inflatable life vest
« Reply #7 on: September 13, 2004, 10:22:02 PM »
The thing turning me away from the auto-inflates was the fact that if you get it wet (splash it), it inflates, whereas the the other one can be worn while wading and the lower parts of the vest can be under water, and it won't blow-up on you.

Thanks for the info.
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Re:Inflatable life vest
« Reply #8 on: September 13, 2004, 11:55:24 PM »
any form of inflatable that can give you an edge on the water is a smart investment.   i've got one myself and hope that i'll never have to put it into practical use ("knock on wood"),  but at least its there for peace of mind.

i bought mine (full mustang jacket), from a retired coast guard, for 20 bucks ;D
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Re:Inflatable life vest
« Reply #9 on: September 14, 2004, 12:03:31 AM »
Quote from: reach on September 13, 2004, 09:55:46 PM
Hi,

Army & Navy in Langley had a few Mustang inflatables at 50% off retail.  Apparently they were leftovers from the other stores and they are getting out of that line.

They don't come with gas cylinders but I got a cylinder at Steveston Marine Hardware for $10.99.  I got a Deluxe Inflatable Fishing Vest for $90 last week.  They had another inflatable fishing vest but it was orange.  If you're in the neighbourhood it might be worth a look.

There are other types (SOSpenders and similar products) that auto-inflate when you hit the water.  But I think the type I got with the manual pull tab is probably good enough.  I'm not likely to hit my head and become unconscious if I fall in while wading.  :)

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have you come across any of those pfd vests with pockets (like the ones at canadian tire)?  those are probably the best bet, if you don't want to deal with the gas cannisters. if you have, are they on sale too?
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Re:Inflatable life vest
« Reply #10 on: September 14, 2004, 03:51:27 PM »
Yes, they had more of the regular styles than the inflatables.  All their Mustang stuff was 50% off.

I was going to go down and check it out for you (while also shopping for a salmon fly rod ;) ) but it's game time... it'll have to wait till tomorrow since they close at 6.

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Re:Inflatable life vest
« Reply #11 on: September 14, 2004, 04:02:41 PM »
Do you know if any of the other stores are doing this cheap ?
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Re:Inflatable life vest
« Reply #12 on: September 14, 2004, 04:20:04 PM »
thanx Reach . :)
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Re:Inflatable life vest
« Reply #13 on: September 14, 2004, 04:22:03 PM »
Quote from: Doc SG on September 14, 2004, 04:19:41 PM
Simple answer, Don't Wade!

don't accidently slip and fall either.
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Re:Inflatable life vest
« Reply #14 on: September 15, 2004, 07:34:54 PM »
OK, I was in there today and this is all they had left of the Mustang stuff.  It must be selling well.  I think it is only available at the Langley Army & Navy store.

Two MIV-10 orange inflatable fishing vests, one Medium and one Large, $85.

Two B872 "Four pocket vest" (PFD with pockets & fly patch, red & blue), both small/medium, $39.

One MV1251 "Four pocket sport vest" (slightly nicer PFD w/pockets & fly patch, also red & blue), small/medium, $42.

A few kids' PFDs.
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