SuperDave, there is some debate about automatics failing to deploy although not sure about documented cases other than one. Friend in Arkansas was thrown out at close to 70 mph and his didn’t deploy, he was lucky to survive. I wear a standard vest while behind the wheel and leave it attached to the kill lanyard at all times. As soon as I stop and stand up immediately put on an auto inflatable before stepping to the front deck. Not sure that works for everyone but it’s how I feel best. The standard gives me more confidence in case of an ejection while on plane. The problem with an inflatable you frankly don’t know if it works or not until you need it. To me an equally important part of this whole thing is using a kill lanyard religiously. Have no data but would bet there is more drownings from people falling over while the outboard is running than when it isn’t.