Automatic inflating lifejacket?

[Nasty]

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.

[fishinpox]

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 $$$

[Suthrngntlmn]

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.

[jchief]

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.

[ChrisD]

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

[Nasty]

Mustang can be bought where?

[jchief]

Academy has some. make sure you get the right one

[Nasty]

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

[jchief]

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

[Nasty]

Thanks

[jchief]

You want a HIT, not MIT.

[Nasty]

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

[jchief]

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.

[Nasty]

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

[Nasty]

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

[jchief]

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

[Nasty]

I hear ya'!

[hubcap28]

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.

[Saltysacalait]

Really! What is the reason?

[Catcher'sMitt]

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