Automatic inflating lifejacket?
 

What is the best automatic inflating lifejacket? How long does the charge last? As long as I keep the jacket in the house, it should last longer? I went swimming the other day and realized I'm really not that good at it.

I have mustang and another brand. I try to take em out of my boat because I'd I store them in a locker with wet stuff the humidity will eventually cause them to inflate I'll post up what the other brand is later... Either way well worth the $$$

I have a mustang also, if i'm not wearing it in the boat it's stored in the house. Very comfortable and worth the investment. Going to get a recharge for mine in the spring, hopefully I won't need it before.:eek:

I have a Mustang also. Stays stored in my rod box in the boat. Had it for 3 years now.

Can't swim at all if you unconcious (sp). I know that used to be, you wanted one with the HIT technology. They would not inflate unless they were under the water and some of the others would inflate in a rod box, etc due to humidiity and other issues. Don't know if this is still true or not.

Mustang model MD 3183 hydrostatic has a 5 year expiration date won't inflate until 3 inches below the water line a little pricey but well worth it

Mustang can be bought where?

Academy has some. make sure you get the right one

Jchief....Exactly which mustang would be the one to get? Looking to be more safe on the water.

http://www.basspro.com/Mustang-Survi...CT#description

I believe this is the one I have.

I got mine from Academy and it was on sale. Regular price was $249

Thanks

You want a HIT, not MIT.

Do the inflatables with the bobbin (dissolve in water) actually go off in a rain? How long will the bobbin type last before replacement?

I know there used to be issues with them. Not sure if there is still or not. I would think they have been fixed.

Maybe go to Cabela's, Basspro, Amazon etc and see the ratings on them.

Found a HIT mustang for $200 on net...might be getting it

I guess as long as the indicater is green, I can trust it...even though it could be passed recommended recharge?

My thoughts, it is your LIFE, is it worth it???

I hear ya'!

just be mindful if out on the boat most inflatable life jackets have to be worn to be counted if boarded by coast guard or wildlife.

Really! What is the reason?

yes they only count if being worn. 4 people, 4 inflatables in the storage compartment = ticket for not having pfd.

cant think of a good reason....its the government, yeah that explains it. lol