Gear review: Type V Inflatable PFDs
February 9th, 2023
PFDs come in five types. Type I is for cruising, racing and fishing offshore, and for use by commercial ships,
Browsing the "Inflatable PFD" Tag
Expiration dates on Auto-inflate PFDs
April 8th, 2021
Every inflatable personal flotation device has its own distinct inspection regimen. Darrell Nicholson in Practical Sailor explains: Planning for an
Reframing the view on Auto-inflate PFDs
June 14th, 2019
by Darrell Nicholson, Practical Sailor In the July 2019 issue of Practical Sailor, we dive again into the world of
If you want PFD safety
December 10th, 2018
Scuttlebutt encourages commentary from our readers, and while we may not at that time be able to include them all
What I Learned About Inflatable PFDs
November 27th, 2018
by Glenn McCarthy, Lake Michigan Sail Racing Federation I spent over a decade on the US Sailing Safety at Sea
Inflatable PFD Care and Use
July 25th, 2018
by Darrell Nicholson, Practical Sailor Some sad news this past weekend from the Chicago-Mackinac race prompted me to update, and
Early Season Safety Advice
April 17th, 2017
For more than 35 years, Practical Sailor has been taking the guesswork out of boat and gear buying with bold,
Check Your Inflatable PFD
January 2nd, 2014
By Tom Lochhaas, About.com Inflatable PFDs have become the norm for many sailors, particularly those going offshore, for several good
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