Astral GreenJacket PFD

The Astral Indus PFD, a high performance, high specification PFD that is well suited for extreme whitewater kayaking. It is rich with numerous notable features, which ensure the best levels of performance, protection and most importantly safety. The Indus PFD has a side entry design, that also partially goes over the head. This is based on the right-hand side of the PFD when on the torso. The closure system secures by three buckles; the dual tension chest harness adds further safety and support. The front of the Indus PFD features a large pocket. This offers great levels of storage for kayak safety gear. There is an additional pocket on the front of this, which is ideal for a kayak rescue knife. There are then an additional two smaller pockets on each side of the PFD for storage for smaller items.

The Palm Nevis PFD is one of our flagship whitewater kayaking buoyancy aids. So, if you are looking to push the limits of your ability, whilst having the best levels of safety and top features. This could be the buoyancy aid to look at. The Nevis PFD features an over the head design. The adjustment then comes from a single adjustment strap located on each side of the PFD, whilst the adjustable shoulders also trim and secure the fit to perfection. The dual friction chest harness then backs up the snug and secure fit. Whilst also offering great additional safety features. Such as the ability to use it as an anchor for a land-based rescue. The large pocket on the front offers good levels of storage, and the smaller front pocket is great for a river knife. Two additional pockets are located into the sides of the PFD, these are great for keeping your hands warm, or the storage of additional safety gear.

The Palm Extrem PFD, a high specification buoyancy aid that is perfect for progressing your whitewater kayaking skills. It is one of the monumental choices, which set the benchmark for whitewater kayaking PFDs. It still meets the highest standards and is still just as popular. If you are seeking high end performance but a simple and effective design. This could be the whitewater kayaking PFD to look at. The Palm Extrem features a 3-dimensional cut with a front opening design. When on the paddler’s torso, the Extrem PFD is secured a Velcro panel, 4 buckles and a dual friction chest harness. The side compression straps, combined with the adjustable shoulder straps will enhance a snug and secure fit. There is a main front pocket which incorporates a 2-way zip. This boasts great storage space for safety gear, there are then two additional smaller pockets, which are ideal for items such as a river knife.

The Peak PS Wrapid Guide is a high specification whitewater kayaking PFD, which is perfect for more technical river running. The Wrapid Guide is based around a new platform that sees a radical change to kayaking PFD design. It features an internal chest stap for the snug and secure fit that safety demands. The classic waist belt is no longer present, which results in the PFD being a bit shorter in design. Internally the new chest strap, secures with a single buckle. The PFD then incorporates a semi over the head and semi side entry design which is exceptionally easy to get on and off. The PFD then has a second level of securing to the torso via an external single large 38mm buckle and the dual tension chest harness. The final trimming of adjustment is carried out by the lower belt on each side of the pfd. You can also use the chest harness on the right and side. Further adjustment also comes via the shoulder straps. These are hidden by the shoulder pads, which also offer enhanced comfort. There are then vast amounts of storage in the Wrapid Guide due to the five front pockets.

The Palm Extrem Women's PFD is one of the top choices for the female kayakers. If you are looking for the best levels of safety on your whitewater kayaking adventures this could be the one! This women’s kayaking pfd features a front opening design. It is exceptionally easy to get on and off, even when wearing a drysuit. The 6-point closure system offers an exceptionally snug and secure fit. This helps to achieve the premium levels of safety. The side compression straps, combined with the adjustable shoulder straps also compliment the secure fit. The UCLAN designed chest harness, ensures your safety both on and off the water and enables you to set up rescues with confidence. The large front pocket has a good provision for storing kayak safety gear. Two further pockets on the top of the chest are ideal for smaller items such as a kayak safety knife.