crash vests

david_jackson 06-24-2003, 7:03 PM

can anyone tell me who makes a really good crash vest one that will absorb most of the falls cuz i just cracked 2 ribs from a bad fall so i need a good one

(wakeeater) · (wakeeater) **Join Date: May 2002** 06-24-2003, 7:31 PM

oneil throttle very good vest and its approved

(thane_dogg) · (thane_dogg) **Join Date: Jun 2002** 06-24-2003, 9:04 PM

I wear the Vapor. It has quite a bit of rib protection. I like it. It's a lot better then my old molded o'neill boost. It isn't USCGA approved though.

(blackandblue) · (blackandblue) **Join Date: Oct 2002** 06-24-2003, 9:26 PM

I would think a barefoot suit would work wonders. Southern parts would be more protected as well.

http://www.bartswatersports.com/catalog.asp?C=8&P=7228
http://www.brettsands.com/barefoot.htm

...to name just a few.

rob4senate 06-25-2003, 12:24 PM

David,
I broke a rib in two places and separated the cartilage from the bone in my sternum two years ago. As soon as I could ride again, I bought a Neil Pryde Impact vest (5000). It is a great product for impact prevention, but does not float you well. I would recommend checking one out, it is the only way I was able to get back on the water.
RST

david_jackson 06-26-2003, 6:14 PM

wut about those jet pilot vests r they any good