In the selection of training cabins, you can find life vests and flotation vests for moving around in the water. Check out our selection and order life jackets for the whole family - remember the dog too!
Life jackets and life jackets are designed for different purposes, and there are significant differences between them.
Lifejackets are designed to keep the wearer's head above the surface of the water in an emergency, and to turn the person face up, even when unconscious. They offer high buoyancy and are often equipped with bright colors and reflective materials to make the wearer more visible in the water. Life jackets are often mandatory in certain water activities and on ships. Non-swimmers/those with poor swimming skills must always wear a life jacket when moving in the water.
Buoyancy vests are designed to support swimming or other water activities, providing additional buoyancy and helping the wearer stay afloat. However, they do not necessarily turn the user onto their back when falling into the water, and are not intended as rescue equipment. Flotation vests are popular for water skiing, kayaking and windsurfing because they offer more mobility and comfort. Buoyancy vests are only suitable for those with good swimming skills, and for easy conditions/close to the beach.
The selection should take into account the activity for which the vests are needed, as well as the user's swimming skills and possible safety requirements. Life jackets are necessary when moving in open water, while life jackets are more suitable for active water sports.
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Selection of life jackets
The choice of life jackets is based on several key factors, the most important of which are intended use, buoyancy, size and comfort, as well as safety standards.
The first thing to consider is the intended use. There are different types of life jackets for different activities, such as boating, sailing, kayaking and water sports. Life jackets suitable for boating and sailing offer good buoyancy and are comfortable to wear even for long periods of time. Vests designed for paddling and kayaking are light and offer good freedom of movement for the hands. The life jackets for water sports and swimming are tight and offer good buoyancy without restricting movement.
Buoyancy is another important factor. The buoyancy of life jackets is measured in newtons (N), and the required buoyancy depends on the user's weight and intended use. For example, 50N vests are suitable for skilled swimmers and for use in inland waters, while 100N vests are suitable for coastal and inland waters. The 150N vests, which meet the requirements of the open sea and more challenging conditions, offer excellent buoyancy and are designed to keep the wearer's face above the surface of the water.
The third thing to consider is size and comfort. Life jackets must be the right size to work properly. The fit of the vest is important, because a vest that is too loose or too tight may not keep the user safely on the surface. Most life jackets are adjustable to help you find a comfortable and secure fit.
Safety standards are also a significant factor when choosing life jackets. It is important to ensure that lifejackets meet national and international safety standards, such as CE marking in Europe. This guarantees that the vests have been tested and meet certain safety requirements.
In summary, choosing a life jacket requires careful consideration of purpose, buoyancy, size and comfort, and safety standards. Taking these factors into account ensures that the life jackets offer the best possible safety and comfort for the user.
If necessary, ask our customer service for help choosing products, we will be happy to help you!
