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Ideal for sea kayaking and versatile enough for whitewater, the Patagonia Locean PFD includes a slew of features to help you stay safe no matter what kind of boat your paddle. Patagonia fit this PFD for those with a short torso, so you don't feel like you're paddling in a back brace. The Locean PFD includes a dual-compartment mesh pocket to hold small necessities like sunscreen, and the front includes a place to clip your river knife and whistle. Patagonia even added a shoulder strobe holder and reflective tape to help you stay more visible during emergency situations.
Bottom Line: Whitewater or open water—the Locean takes on everything.
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I thought I'd write this because, even though I have not
I thought I'd write this because, even though I have not owned this PFD, it is a Type 3, and therefore regarded as not suitable for the open ocean. So people who buy this for the open seas, be warned! I suggest you buy a PFD Type 1, it is much much better.
By: powderline
December 4, 2008
No one's using this for open ocean, they're using it for coastal sea kayaking. Type 1s don't fit in a kayak.
By: Angus Bohanon
December 5, 2008
Solid vest
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Kelly Stratton
October 2, 2008
I used this pfd for two summers as a commercial whitewater guide (maybe 100 days on the water) before it started to wear out. For anyone who gives it a little more TLC than your typical river guide, it would last a long time. Plus, Patagonia has a sweet warranty, so if anything goes wrong with it, they'll replace it for you.
My only complaint is that it was a pain to pull over my head to get on and off-- it meant I always had to take off my hat and sunglasses. Other than that, I liked it a lot.
Change me.
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We have a lot more Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) than that
Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs)Solid vest
I used this pfd for two summers as a commercial whitewater guide (maybe 100 days on the water) before it started to wear out. For anyone who gives it a more...
- USCG Type:
- III
- Pockets:
- 1 Front buckled
- Closure:
- Front zip, waist clip
- Touring Tow Compatible:
- No
- Weight:
- 2lb 3oz (992g)
- Recommended Use:
- Rafting, kayaking
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- Chile