Onyx A/M-24 Automatic/Manual Inflatable Life Jacket, U.S. Coast Guard Approved, Low Profile, Compact Design, Manual Convertible Inflation Option

I hope I never have to write a complete "real-world" review of this item; short of a test in a pool that would require that I fall in the water, which I'm not inclined to do. the videos posted here and on their web site are enough for me. I absolutely HATE having to wear a life-vest - but to paddle a kayak even in a little creek in NYS you risk arrest and a fine if you aren't wearing one. This is a great option - it's light, unobtrusive, and not uncomfortable. it doesn't restrict movement at all. I like the automatic inflation feature (triggered when a sensor gets wet), and I like the fact that you can disable this feature and operate it manually - if you're rafting in white-water or otherwise getting wet for reasons other than drowning. I love the way the directions are written - offering 'survival tips" like "keeping a positive attitude about being rescued', or "huddling together to stay warm". They even give you a hypothermia chart to illustrate the danger of being in the water too long. It really is good information; water safety is a serious topic - but I did get a chuckle out of it, imagining myself standing in waist-deep water on a 90 degree day in August.

These life vests fit the bill! They fit well, very adjustable and easily done! Setting these up was a breeze! I also ordered recharge kits just so we have if needed. Much more comfortable than other types of life jackets and much easier to fish in.

well put together and easy to arm for use on the water. I was a bit skeptical when reading the description, but it works as well as they claim and it's very comfortable. Although I do miss the vest pockets from a standard flotation vest, I found a 'fishing shirt' supplied the needed storage just as well. I tested it out and was amazed at just how fast it inflated after hitting the water. I was more than a little pleased at how much more comfortable it was to wear and paddle both kayak and canoe. The only single criticism I have is that parting the vest bladder's cover to get at the manual inflation tube could be a bit of a problem if you were unexpectedly dumped in the water and you didn't have the CO2 loaded for automatic response. The velcro closure is strong and long there.

This life jacket is so much easier to wear when riding in the boat! Less bulk.Worn only by adults so cannot comment on use by children.

Delivered on time. Great instructions and well made Auto-Inflate life vest.

Super comfortable, easy to adjust the fit. Directions were easy to follow to attach the CO2 cartridge. I haven’t test fired or got it wet and had it deploy but I feel safe wearing on the water. Quality build should hold up well.

Good value for good name brand inflatable PFDs.

Lightweight, don’t even know you have it on, doesn’t I terfer with casting. Haven’t had to “use” it yet but seems high quality and should work flawlessly