: PFD is such a personal thing that one is cool will likely get you a
: lot of snide remarks from others who disagree. Personally, I
: look for features and fit. For me, the things that are
: important: 1) 2 pockets on the front, full size, no radio pocket
: for me. 2) A good snug fit in my wetsuit or with no shirt... has
: to fit both. 3) some reflective surface area. 4) A couple
: d-rings or similar for attaching a whistle/knife/radio/whatever.
: 5) This is a new thing and hard to find in a commercial PFD
: (from what I've seen) so I'm modifying my current
: PFD---Camelback pocket. I'm tired of wearing my camelback on top
: (or under) my PFD so a pocket for that will be an amazing
: addition in my opinion.

: Things I don't much care about: bulk... I've never even noticed the
: bulk of modern PFDs of just about any design. Color is
: irrelevant to me as long as there are some reflective tape
: areas. Brand is also irrelevant though some people find
: favorites. My current PFD is, I believe, an LL Bean that cost me
: about $40. It wears well, has features 1-4 above and was the
: right price. What more could I ask for (other than feature 5
: above.)

I hate replying to myself but I forgot something! I hate "pull on" style PFDs. I want a zipper-front!