Wear a lifejacket in freshwater and at sea
While the wearing of a lifejacket when fishing at sea from a craft such as a kayak is more or less respected, there's still a long way to go when it comes to freshwater fishing. For many years now, float-tube and kayak fishing in freshwater has been growing steadily, but the question of safety remains all too often uncertain.
When it comes to inland water fishing from a boat, it's true that there are a number of legal uncertainties. However, the wearing of personal buoyancy equipment is compulsory on all boats, and recreational anglers must adopt the safety provisions laid down by the federation and the various aappma.
Choose a vest with automatic release
A lifejacket is defined by its buoyancy factor. The higher the number of newtons, the more effective the lifejacket. Most lifejackets come in different ratings.
Buoyancy aids range from 50 to 70 N. We're talking about buoyancy aids, not lifejackets. We start talking about lifejackets at 100 N. This is also the compulsory rating for children under 30 kg. Then there are the 150 N and 275 N ratings, more suited to ocean sailing or extreme conditions.
The buoyancy aid is often a foam vest. Lifejackets are inflatable, with manual or automatic release, or both. It's vital to choose your lifejacket according to your body type and weight, the type of use and the standards in force.
In concrete terms, whether you're fishing from a kayak, float-tube or even a boat, depending on the conditions you encounter, it's important to feel safe and secure to be able to fish with peace of mind.
Spinlock's 170 N Deckvest Lite vest is ideal for safe fishing in both sea and freshwater. It's a vest with an automatic release undercut. This vest is very light and comfortable, unlike the aid vest, which covers more of the body, is less comfortable in fishing action, and keeps you warmer. The 170 N Deckvest Lite can be used in all seasons.
In the event of a fall into the water, this vest will automatically activate. It's always better to carry a self-inflating lifejacket than a manually inflated one. You could very well fall unconscious into the water. Once triggered, it will keep your head above water.
InterDist is the exclusive distributor for France of the Spinlock brand. For over 20 years, InterDist has been distributing leading brands in the marine industry. Based in Saint-Malo and working with a nationwide network of dealers, InterDist benefits from solid expertise and long experience in the distribution of products for the boating industry.
This type of vest should be worn at all times on the water, and should be made compulsory for all types of boating or activities, whether in a boat, a kayak, in freshwater or at sea. Note, however, that a vest is only effective if it is worn...
Spinlock 170 N Deckvest Lite vest
- Buoyancy: 170N.
- Refill kit reference: UML MK5, 33g (around twenty euros).
- Colors: 6 different colors. Black, red, white, blue, green and grey.
- Weight: 860 grams.
- Has an attachment point for deadman safety or VHF.
- Recommended retail price: 155 to 185 euros, depending on retailer.
- Distribution: Interdist
