What is the speed rating on this vest is it suitable for jet ski use?
131832
We purchased size small. We have not used it for jet ski, but it says inside "Intended use: water ski, wakeboard and PWC vest". Below that it says "Strength tested at 50 mph (2.4 m/s) - not tested for personal protection from impact."
1250786
3mmGood enough for an 80< degree pool.I bought another one Speedo thermal wetsuit. Which I found after receipt that it is 1mm. I found it weird that the Speedo says thermal wetsuit while this says spring suit. Because this was way thicker and warmer, the speedo was really more like a spring suit and this a thermal suit. It's great quality. I have been washing it in washing machine delicate cycle every week with regular detergent for 6 months straight now. Still looks new. Still thick.
729284
I weigh about 220lbs and I go water skiing with it. Many crashes and it keeps me afloat just fine without any swimming effort. I can just sit there in the water if I want. Hope that helps.
205738
I have a Mastercraft Prostar 190 inboard ski boat. Top speed is 47mph and it works great at all speeds.
241897
The vest has no ANSI label, so it probably has no rating. Also, the fabric is a very lightweight mesh which I would not recommend for extended use in a rough-service environment.
901018
I bought this for scuba diving but It could be used for just about anything. If you use the waterproof housing do NOT expect to get any usable audio from it. the waterproof housing blocks out all noise from getting to the microphone. Also worth mentioning, the camera does not do well with swift movements. It is glitchy and spotty video if you move the camera point of view around much. It is nice for the money, but I will be upgrading to a GoPro HD soon.
1494765
I purchased this vest to use while fishing from a boat. I like it because there is much less bulk than a regular life vest. The vest inflates itself when the red handle on the left is pulled. Although I have had no problems with mine, if I could not swim, I don't think I would bet my life on i
145649
The larger of the two sizes listed will fit a jetski that is 10' long. mine is a 10' long seadoo spark 3up and it fits perfect. if your ski is not more than 10 feet long , it will fit. i am pleased with the quality and price of this item
1073325
Haven't used it in the snow but it is rated for it and I've used it in 50mph gusts and as long as all the tie downs are used it will be fine
185268
I have it on my jet ski. The only draw back I have is when I'm running 55mph and can't hear bc of the wind. But if you are just putting along in the woods with stock exhaust, you should be able to hear it quite well. Radio stations come in clear and the iPod/iPhone USB port works good. Haven't tried the sd card slot yet. If you accidentally submerge it under water, give it at least an hour to dry and it'll function properly again. No complaints at all.
1943643
Its claims for up to 60mph, this is probably close to accurate thoug I have never put a speed gun on it
1958369
Okay, just looked at my size, it is a 2x, as stated before, I am 6'2" at 310 so I believe this will suit your needs. I don't even carry a carryon with me when I travel, just this vest. Throw it on the xray, pick it up on the otherside and keep moving. Very comfy, but durable. I used it when I flew to and from Afghanistan for 2 and half years, also while taking trips. Easy 5 stars.
333713
It's not meant for that, but it is fairly rugged and would probably be okay at a low speed. I wouldn't try going as fast say, as you would if pulling an inner tube, but different folks have different risk tolerance levels.
406197
Well out of the box it is quick about 30mph but I installed the velineon system and mine tops out at 58.6, so yes it is fast and it is fully waterproof. Mine has been submerged fully before and still works like new. Great bang for your buck
426956
I am not sure what % but it is flexible and I would think a good suit for water aerobics...I thought of using it for the same but so far have only used in the ocean. It is probably the right thickness because when you go to higher, say 2mm and 3mm the suits are generally less flexible with increasing thickness. This one is nice and thin and I use it in the summer when the water is between ~68-72F for surfing, skin diving, and boogey boarding. I like to be warm and also prevent sunburn so this works well. If I get cold the next time I am in the indoor pool, this is the suit I would use - not a 2 or 3mm suit.
1461922
At the lower speeds, I think it would work fine. Once you're going fast enough to get turbulence and air pockets under the head, it loses the depth reading. It seems to do that around 5kts, but that's a rough guess on speed.
1117121
This board is designed to hold any typical waterski rope. we use a basic body glove 75 foot standard rope. you simply start out with the handle in the clip, hit the throttle- but dont go too fast until the rider gets up on his knees and settled in and pulls up the strap- perhaps 15mph is good, then when the rider removes the handle into their hands you might speed up to say 22 mph depending on the rider.