: Okay, I know it's not exactly USCG-kosher, but I built my own PFD. I took the
: good PVC foam from an old Stearns ski vest and built a new body for it. I
: used my Lotus Rio Grande as a rough pattern, but I added more lash tabs,
: larger pockets, a tow belt, and a long back pocket to hold a camelbak
: bladder.

: I still need to add the quick-release "ripcord" to the camlock
: buckle on the tow belt.

: Shawn

is it a strip built or stitch and glue (oe just stitch)?

Looks great. Innovative little details. They need some more paddlers at these companies to beta test their stuff and give good feedback. I used to know a beta tester for Lowe packs and he had some neat features designed in.

Pete czerpak albany, NY

PS. Hope you are enjoying the new yak.