2006-08-12 23:09:49 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Boats & Boating
Life jackets are the last thing you want to skimp on. Your probably only going to use them once in your life, but that once just might save your life.
2006-08-13 04:52:23 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2014-09-25 18:14:27 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Life jackets are the most integral part of any maritime recreation or activity. "Buy cheap buy twice" the old saying goes, not in this case the second hand life jacket has only to let you down once and you will have no chance to buy a second time. Do not save money by risking you life your worth more than a couple of quid
2006-08-15 08:08:39 · answer #3 · answered by Mark P 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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Mustang survival Not cheap but, the best !
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They are life vests, your survival depend on it, always put a strobe light, signal mirror, Light stick, and a good sharp stainless steel 6" blunt tipped knife in a sheath, and a whistle on your vest as well (basic survival equipt), always buy a good one, if you have an emergency, you're gonna go through emergency equipment fast, alway's have "Back up" I do, I'm in the U.S. Coast Guard (aux.), I've been in the water, it's scarey ! I only use "Mustang Survival" equipment, IT'S THE BEST ! People ask me how can you afford to buy that ? my response is always the same, HOW CAN I AFFORD NOT TO ! pick bright colors too, like Yellow or Orange, this makes spotting you in the water much easier.
2006-08-13 07:53:54 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dude, just get a cheap NEW, US COAST GUARD APPROVED life jacket. Forget the used cheap thing. If you want a cheap one go to Wal-Mart or Meijer. Don't rely on used ones. And anyways, why would somebody wanna give away their life jacket just to make 5 bucks. They're smart, so they buy a new one and discard the old one. That's why you dont see them online, if you don't believe me, go look in dumpsters, or go to a garage sale.
2006-08-15 11:52:41 · answer #5 · answered by the answerman 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yikes-I would not buy cheap or used-go to any good boating store or an outdoor retail store and invest in some good quality, well made life jackets that will last a long time-when you wear them your life depends on them-heheh-they is why they are called LIFE jackets-good luck and be safe!
2006-08-13 23:45:36 · answer #6 · answered by SuzyBelle04 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call the local Goodwill and Salvation ARny stores in boating areas. Then try the used boat dealers. Many times when they buy or take a boat in trade, it comes with all the extra gear, and they'll sell it independently of the vessel..
2006-08-13 12:06:05 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Any ships chandler, or sports shop should have them, would NEVER think about a cheap one, they are LIFE JACKETS and you are trusting them to save your life, so buy the best quality you can afford. No good saying as you drown, wish I'd spent that bit extra and got a decent one.
2006-08-13 06:36:49 · answer #8 · answered by mike-from-spain 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
West marinr has them for $6.99. Garage sales often have them for $1. Be sure to check for quality. Remember the new law regarding childrens life jackets for children under 50 pounds, they must have a crotch strap, head rest, and handle to pull them from the water.
2006-08-14 08:36:29 · answer #9 · answered by science teacher 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
MAKE SURE YOU TRY IT BEFORE BOATING--- I bought a cheap life jacket at Wal Mart & tryed in a creek w/ chest high water & it wouldn't hold me up. I',m glad I found out before using it on a boat!!
2006-08-13 15:36:27 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋