I am a snorkeler. How thick is this belt? (depth) I want to put the padded part in the front to keep me buoyant. Will this work? I am 5'3 and 160lbs. What size should I get?
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The belt is 1inch thick. I always put in front. Works very well for me. I am about 150lbs, have belt medium size. Belt medium size specs: from 160 to 200lbs. Should work for you as well.
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I would think the large would work, but I am not sure. You might try it. If you have an aqua exercise location, they might use those belts and you could try them. The location I go to has two or three different sizes.
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My wife says that it fit her well. She is about 6', 160 lb. She used hers a couple times. We were probably out for a couple hours, with breaks, I don't think she had any problems. I obviously got a mens set. The are pretty well constructed, the snorkel worked really well. Hope this helps.
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I would find a less bulky PFD. LIfe vests are vests for a reason. For one, when I've fallen out of a boat while rafting, I've been pulled back in by the in-boat person grabbing the shoulders of my vest, so they don't dislocate my shoulders. This would not do that. Also, if you go face first into the water, my guess is, this would hold your bottom up just as well as it would hold the top of your body up. You need something constructed to keep your head above water in turbulence and unpredictable environments. This is made for aerobics in a pool - a much different environment.
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yes, even for an adult more than 200 pounds. We use this belt when snorkelling in cuba.
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I don't have the exact measurements at hand, but I'd say the size of each of the flotation blocks is about 4"x4"x2". So if you buy the belt with 3 or 4 or these blocks they will take up some space. If all you want is a simple flotation devise, then an inflatable vest might be better. But if you are trying to learn how to swim, this would be the better way to go.
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As this belt is universal I believe it would be too bulky for you. You might be better off ordering size specific. I had to order universal to meet OSHA regs for my staff.
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My successful experience was to get an XL for fit and comfort and then use a cord belt to secure the vest around my waist to prevent it from riding up when I dived. That worked best for me. Good luck and enjoy.
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I have a mustache and it works fine for swimming in a pool down to 5' deep. So I can't say how well it would work if you go deeper than that while snorkeling. Of course it doesn't cover your nose. I have snorkeled with other goggles and I don't have a problem breathing just through my mouth while my nose is under water. I would guess it would be fine down to 10' also which is as deep as I've ever gone snorkeling. If you stay on the surface you'll be fine.
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Depends how it fits, I wear a 12/14 and it was too snug across the bust. I use to have a Henderson (15+ years ago) wore it in the lap pool till warm,and while helping scuba classes and use to use it over a dive skin to add core warmth in Caribbean, can't find another with a full zipper,
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I also am 240 and 5'8" and the xlarge I bought works fine wore it for over 20 dives and they will take it back .Just use a mixture of shampoo and water to make it easier to put on.
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http://www.tyr.com/shop/aquatic-floatation-belt.htmlThe website says it fits waists 27-52 inches
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I'm 6 ft tall with a waist ranging from 32" to 36" ( low end summertime, high end winter fat ). Medium reg size fits well in winter and I need a belt in summer. That said , according to your numbers, go bigger. Not sure how much but if it's too big you can always wear a belt with them.
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Pamela, In the same manner that a life preserver would keep you afloat, this belt would also keep you afloat. It is intended to be used when doing aqua aerobic type exercises. If your goal is to do aqua aerobic exercises (i.e. float on your stomach or your back while kicking your legs or doing arm exercises), this would be a good piece of equipment for you. Have a good weekend. Sincerely, Roy Lazarus Trivillage.com
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Hi Julie, this is a fantastic swim mask, but it would be terrible for snorkeling. I completly agree with the other answers.Good luck.
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I am 5'9", 160lb, waist 34. I fit size medium or medium large wetsuit. You didn't mention your weight. My thought is that there may not be a wetsuit exactly fits you.However, my suggestion is that if your weight is heavier than me, you can choose medium large or large one, although it is much longer than you needed. But you can do something in your leg part and make it short.