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Patagonia Mesh Back PFD

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I take it this would be a bad pfd for whitewater paddling?

By Backcountry.com Employee June 12, 2008

I take it this would be a bad pfd for whitewater paddling?

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By Ranked #482 - Kayak Clothing June 16, 2008

Depends on what you are planning to do in the water. Whitewater kayaking you would be better off with something designed more for whitewater usually lower profile allowing for greater movement, and frequently with less straps to get stuck on things unless its a rescue vest, but then look at whitewater raft boats and they are in full coast gaurd pfds that are quite bulky. Might be advised to look at other pfds. I paddle in the stohlquist wedge E and like it for the most part.

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Tech Specs:

USCG Type:
III 
Pockets:
2 Front 
Closure:
Front buckles, waist buckle 
Touring Tow Compatible:
No 
Weight:
31oz (879g) 
Recommended Use:
Sit-on top kayaking, rec boating 
Manufacturer Warranty:
1 Year 
Country of Origin:
China 

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