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Originally Posted by jrc
Can you get inflatable PFDs, that don't auto inflate? When I kayak, I often jump in for swim to cool off or punch through a big wake for fun, getting soaked. Either case I don't want the PFD to inflate. I have a sit-on-top, it's not a dry ride.
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As has been noted manual inflate models are available. In fact that is what we use in our kayaks. They are closed boats but still can be wet enough topside to set-off an auto inflate model. Also I like to practice my roll once in a while.
The inflatable models also have a backup provision in case the CO2 inflation fails. There is a pull out tube for inflation by blowing into the tube.
The manual inflate PFDs are so comfortable that we even wear them in the power boats when under way.