Description:
High flotation and a setup you can customize for big water. The NRS Big Water Guide PFD (NRS item 40014.02) is a US Coast Guard Type III, high-profile jacket with 22.9 lbs of flotation for big, pushy water. A MOLLE field, knife and strobe lash tabs, a whistle tab and SOLAS reflective tape give working boaters, guides and flood crews the attachment points they need. Shop all rescue PFDs and life jackets.
Features
- 22.9 lbs of flotation: a high-profile Type III jacket for big water.
- 400-denier ripstop nylon shell: dries quickly, holds color and stands up to hard use.
- Shaped PVC-free foam: panels are skived to wrap the body without hindering mobility.
- Eight adjustment points: hold the PFD securely and fit a wide range of bodies.
- Pockets with hand warmers: two zippered pockets with fleece-lined hand-warmer pouches behind.
- Lash tabs, whistle tab and MOLLE field: mount a rescue knife and strobe, keep a whistle close and add accessories on the user's right.
- SOLAS reflective tape: added visibility throughout.
- Leg strap compatible: add a leg strap for extra security in big water (sold separately).
Specifications
- US Coast Guard type: III
- Profile: High
- Design flotation: 95N / 22.9 lbs.
- Outer fabric: 400-denier ripstop nylon
- Entry: Front zip
- Pockets: 2 front
- Lash tabs: 2 front
- Adjustments: 6 side, 2 shoulder
- Other: fleece-lined hand-warmer pouches, whistle attachment tab, MOLLE accessory field, SOLAS reflective tape
Sizes & options
- Size: XS/M, L/XXL
- Color: Black, Blue, Orange, Red, Safety Yellow
| Size | Chest |
|---|---|
| XS/M | 30"–42" |
| L/XXL | 40"–58" |
Measure your chest over the layers you plan to wear. Between sizes? Contact us before you order.
Questions about the Big Water Guide PFD
Is the Big Water Guide US Coast Guard approved?
Yes. It carries US Coast Guard certification through testing by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) and is listed as a Type III PFD.
How much flotation does it have?
NRS lists 95N, or 22.9 lbs, of design flotation in a high-profile design.
Does it have a quick-release rescue harness?
No. It is a Type III high-float jacket, not a Type V rescue vest. It does have a MOLLE field, lash tabs and a whistle tab for accessories.
How do I choose a size?
XS/M fits a 30 to 42 inch chest and L/XXL fits a 40 to 58 inch chest.
Is the Big Water Guide PFD flame resistant?
No. The Big Water Guide PFD is water safety gear. It is not flame resistant, it is not structural firefighting PPE and it is not NFPA 1971 certified, so keep it away from fire and high heat.
Where can I buy the NRS Big Water Guide PFD?
Right here. The Public Safety Store is an authorized NRS dealer. Outfitting a rescue team or need help with sizing? Contact us. Every order is covered by our price match guarantee and easy 30-day returns.
California Proposition 65 warning: This product can expose you to Bisphenol S (BPS), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
