[OspreyVic]

Question for “Jan from Humboldt”, “AstroDiver” and anyone else that wants to chime in.

This sure has me thinking about added safety when I am out by myself.

Would you be so kind as to explain why you chose the lifejacket you did versus one of the models I copied below. I am concerned that in the hot summer months that the vest style would just be to hot, so I would not wear it. One of the following, especially the Belt Pack, would be much cooler – which greatly increases the chance that I would keep it on.

0375 - INFLATA-BELT MAX - MANUAL BELT PACK
Worn comfortably around waist. Quick and reliable manual CO2 inflation by pulling lanyard or by oral tube. Heavy-duty adjustable waist belt and torso slide straps for a custom fit. Provides minimum of 32 lbs. of buoyancy when fully inflated. USCG Approved Type V with Type III performance.

1139 - STEARNS ULTRA™ INFLATABLE - MANUAL
Designed for ultimate comfort and mobility. Minimum 33.7 lbs. of buoyancy when fully inflated. Manual, and oral inflation methods. Tri-fold design for quick and easy repacking. 2" encircling body belts and reflective tape. Uses Model 0911 CO2 rearming kit.