is there any amount of floatation in the padding?
363672
By itself, maybe, strapped to you with mag pouches and other accessories, not so much.
363673
not really. padding is for comfort, which will come in handy with weight of equipment. the thin and lite weight padding will not float once it absorbs water though. definitely an equipment/utility belt not a floatation device.
1124587
There are some bubbles, but I like the look and they don't affect strength or stability. They are mainly in the legs and spindles, not in the seat.
1955542
They were a gift for my niece, so I really do not know if they float. I believe they do... but am not 100% sure.
674113
I wouldn't call it "padding" necessarily but it definitely protects from blisters. I use mine for Body Pump with weights up to about 55 lbs. and haven't had any issues.
996489
Not normal. Nothing should be shifting or clunking. And not good that it was shipped without padding. Return it ASAP.
170196
Yes, mine has clear padded feet on the bottom--one in each of the four corners. I have had mine over a year and am very pleased with it.
1429503
No, that is not foam padding. I believe it is some sort of hard plastic. It is really solid though.
1612049
There is no rubber or soft padding but its just smooth plastic so I have not had any issue with scratching. I suspect in a wet environment pads would just fall off or get wet and funky.
1117097
I have used this on about 30 dives and never noticed that it floated. I've never dropped it in the water to see if it floated, its always been attached to my wrist, but in my experience I would say no
943681
i just checked mine. They are holding up great, foam padded. No tears or thread unraveling.
1581406
not that I have noticed but its possible. I have earned a great tan with just a few weekends at the river on this. I have noticed with other floats that I get a strange tan line where its white down my side but with this one that does not happen.....it is more even :) I do love my float is has lasted for a few seasons now and goes to the river often. The holes are perfect cup holders or beer holders.
109330
I agree with other answers. I put my iPhone 5s in the case and it did not float.
866741
Has a very good amount of padding already, no real need to add more...unless personal preference. Not weak plastic either, well made.
1297164
I've got this mounted on a glass desk and I am not using any extra padding. The padding included is adequate.
1475052
To tell you the truth I haven't seen anything floating. I will check again and respond. I would return it if you're not sure.
1852908
I don't know exactly how much padding there is but it feels very plush. It is very comfortable and I have not had a problem with pressure points. I am very pleased with this purchase.
169275
Yes it floats. It also has a small loop on the underside if you wanted to tether it to something We have used these on several trips and I am amazed at how comfortable they are for their size. Even after a few hours on the water my arms are tired but not my back side.