The Up and Under Cordura Universal PFD is a one size fits all buoyancy aid that is perfect for the majority of watersports. If you are looking for a new pfd for paddle boarding or upgrading your old pfd for kayaking. This is well worth a look. It has a large size range that will easily cover chest sizes of 36" through to 50"
The Universal PFD has been designed by Palm Equipment and it has been a main part of their range for many years. However, we at Up and Under have teamed up with them to offer our own branded exclusive option. The Cordura Universal PFD. There is also the Cordura Universal Kid's PFD for the junior watersports enthusiasts
Why? I hear you ask: As a supplier to schools, canoe clubs, outdoor centres and many commercial outdoor providers, all over the UK, we wanted to have a product that was tougher and more durable. The Cordura Universal PFD is particularly well suited towards many of these operators due to the one size fits all principle. One of the issues with alternative options such as the Palm Centre Zip and the Centre Vest is they have up to 6 sizes. So as an operator you might need to hold 20 PFDs to cover the size range when infact you only usually use maybe 8 at a time. So now, with the Cordura Universal PFD you can hold what you need plus an extra 1 or 2 as a spare.
Why not use the Palm Universal PFD? The Universal PFD from Palm is a great product but it sits in their recreational range. The outer shell of the Universal PFD has a 420D polyester outer. Whereas the Cordura Universal PFD has a 500D Cordura outer, this will enhance the long term performance as its much tougher and more durable. The 500D Cordura is the same fabric as is used in the Palm Centre Zip and Centre Vest PFDs.
We also see this PFD as a perfect solution for the recreational family market. Again for the same reasons, it will easily fit Dad, Mum and the teenage Children. However if you want extra features such as apocket for a phone of a hydration system you may want to look at alternative models.