Toddler PFD

[lowe rider]

Some states will not allow inflatables on children.

[Hanr3]

My grandkids (5, 3, and 3) wear lifejackets with handles on the back of the neck. I can snatch them out of the water with the handle. Plus they like to jump off the side of the boat, swim to the back, climb up the ladder and repeat for hours. No way I'd give them a self-inflator to swim in.

[INDyak]

My grandkids (5, 3, and 3) wear lifejackets with handles on the back of the neck. I can snatch them out of the water with the handle. Plus they like to jump off the side of the boat, swim to the back, climb up the ladder and repeat for hours. No way I'd give them a self-inflator to swim in.

This would be strictly for the boat. Not a swim aid type. And she wont be allowed to jump out..I'm looking at a jon boat. Rather her not be jumping in that lol.

[INDyak]

Also what type do they use?..weve both decided we think wed like the handle..also a crotch strap in the chance wed have to snatch her out of the drink..

[Locator79]

If it's not coast guard rated on the tag, it's not legal. Inflatable for kids isn't legal in IN. Things to keep in mind.

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[INDyak]

If it's not coast guard rated on the tag, it's not legal. Inflatable for kids isn't legal in IN. Things to keep in mind.

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Thanks, I knew the coast guard thing but couldnt find for sure that inflatables werent legal for kids. Was kinda one of those, 'hey what about these' deals. We're gonna continue to look..just got a boat today so got a little while..

[SuperDave336]

Congrats on boat!

[wicklundrh]

Two things to look at, does it auto roll them on their back, and does it keep their head/neck out of water. If not, don't buy it.

Another thing, studies prove that it usually isn't the kids falling out, it is adults. Part of keeping kids safe is ensuring you can get back to the boat and back to them.

[Hanr3]

OBRIAN lifejacket- back strap and crotch strap. Plus they have a zip front and buckles. USGC approved too.
https://www.amazon.com/OBrien-Child-...gateway&sr=8-3

I'm not endorsing Amazon or that seller. Just a picture with details about the vest and a rough idea of cost.

[INDyak]

We both like that one. How big is that kid? Only asking bc reviews say it runs small online..