We have several kayaks/SUP. We also have a variety of standard PFD's, ski vests, belt inflatables and one vest type auto-inflatable (mine). Although we all (adults) wear an inflatable in the boats, there was never any consideration that belt type or auto inflatable was suitable for Kayak/SUP. Everybody wears a regular padded ski vest for kayak/SUP. No complaints about discomfort. (Kids wear the padded type all the time, boats and Kayaks.)
As kids, we were always taught "Never swim alone". Probably a good plan for Kayak/SUP too.
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