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Use |
Advantage |
Inherently Buoyant
(Foam PFD's) |
For swimmers and non-swimmers
Available in adult and child sizes |
Rugged
Low maintenance |
Air or CO2
(Inflatable PFD's) |
For swimmers only
Adult sizes only
Requires regular user checks
Not for use in personal watercraft or sports
such as waterskiing |
Best comfort in warm weather
Compact size and maintenance
High performance |
Hybrid
(PFD made with a combination of buoyant material and an inflatable bladder) |
For swimmers and non-swimmers
Adult and child sizes
Requires regular maintenance |
Best comfort for non-swimmers
Stylish
High performance |