Life jackets (PFDs) are marine safety devices designed to provide flotation and keep wearers afloat in lakes, coastal, and rough waters. Approved by the US Coast Guard and Transport Canada, they are used on boats, kayaks, personal watercraft, and during water sports. Types II, III, IV, and V serve different needs, from comfortable wear to emergency rescue and unconscious face-up flotation, for adults, youth, and infants.
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Jobe Neoprene 50N Women’s Life Vest is an ISO 12402-5 certified buoyancy aid made from soft PVC foam and 30% limestone-based neoprene. Designed for flexibility, comfort, and mobility, it includes a short cut, YKK zipper, two adjustable straps with buckles, water drainage system, and a D-ring for emergency cord. Available in Rose Pink and Midnight Blue, sizes S to L.
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$ 126.23
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Jobe Nylon 50N Children’s Life Vest is a CE ISO 12402-5 certified buoyancy aid for kids weighing 30–40 kg. Made from lightweight EPE foam with a quick-dry ripstop nylon outer, it offers excellent visibility, comfort, and safety. Features include three strong YKK buckles, four adjustable straps, a water drainage system, and a D-ring for attaching an emergency cord.
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$ 56.55
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Jobe Neoprene Junior Life Vest is a 50 N ISO 12402-5 certified buoyancy aid for children, offering safety and freedom of movement. Made from soft, flexible neoprene with PVC foam inside, it features a front YKK zipper, adjustable strap, quick-release buckle, and a water drainage system. Available in Black or Blue for heights 128–152 cm.
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$ 107.29
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Jobe Pet Vest is a durable and lightweight flotation aid for dogs, made from strong nylon with internal EPE foam. It features a reflective handle on the back for easy retrieval from the water, a D-ring for leash attachment, and adjustable webbing straps. Available in sizes XS to XL to fit chest sizes up to 80 cm.
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$ 56.11
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Veleria San Giorgio Antille 100N is a certified 100 N life jacket designed to provide reliable buoyancy and head support. It features a modular neck design, a secure adjustment system with zipper and quick-release buckle, padded crotch strap, and an integrated signaling system with reflective tape and whistle. Available in multiple sizes for users from 4 kg to over 90 kg.
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$ 42
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Veleria San Giorgio Martinica 150N life jacket is an ISO 12402-3 certified flotation device with modular neck support for enhanced head protection. Featuring a zip closure, quick-release buckles, adjustable waist and crotch straps, and signal whistle with reflective tapes, it is available in sizes XXXS to XXL for chest sizes 60–130 cm and body weights from 15 kg to over 90 kg.
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$ 49.18
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Veleria San Giorgio Nadir 100N life jacket is certified to ISO 12402-4 and features a compact folding neck that reduces storage volume by 25%. Designed for both children (15–40 kg) and adults (40+ kg), it includes a quick-release buckle and, in the child version, an integrated rescue lifting tape. Suitable for general boating and emergency use.
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$ 20.37
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Veleria San Giorgio Samoa 150N Life Jacket is a certified ISO 12402-3 buoyancy aid for both children (15–40 kg) and adults (40+ kg), featuring a folding neck that reduces stowage volume by 25%. It includes a quick-release buckle and offers full 150N flotation for safety in coastal and offshore waters. Chest sizes: 60–125 cm.
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$ 30.27
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Veleria San Giorgio SOLAS MK10 life jacket is a foldable 100 N flotation device certified to ISO 12402-3 and MED (Marine Equipment Directive) standards. Built with closed-cell floating material, it features two quick-release buckles, reflective tapes, a whistle, rescue loop, and “Buddy System” safety design. Available in Baby, Child, and Adult sizes, it ensures reliable protection with compact stowage.
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$ 55.18
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Veleria San Giorgio M-Cube 150N is the world’s most compact SOLAS-certified foam lifejacket, approved under MED 2014/90/EU and MSC 200(80). Designed for professional marine use, it features foldable construction, adjustable straps with quick-release buckles, light holder, lifting handles, Buddy System, and badge holder. For users 43–140 kg, height >155 cm, chest <175 cm.
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$ 57.59
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Veleria San Giorgio SOLAS Baby Safe Lifejacket (1008250M) is a MED-certified infant lifejacket designed for newborns under 15 kg with chest circumference from 50 to 60 cm. It ensures optimal flotation position with specially distributed buoyant masses. Features include an adjustable abdominal belt, padded crotch strap, backrest, quick-release buckles, lifting handle, and Buddy System. Compliant with SOLAS M.E.D. 2014/90/EU and MSC 200(80) regulations.
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$ 94.77
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Veleria San Giorgio Air Bag Smart 150N Life Jacket is a compact, vacuum-packed inflatable PFD with UML automatic/manual activation. Designed without an external case to reduce cost and space, it is compliant with regulations for unlimited offshore navigation. Available in a standard version or with integrated light and whistle. Dimensions: 120×240×30 mm.
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$ 113.84
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1-2 weeks delivery time The SIC NAVY LED Light is a SOLAS/MED-certified automatic rescue light for lifejackets and lifebelts, activated upon contact with seawater. It emits bright intermittent flashes with >0.75 cd light intensity after 8 hours, covers the full upper hemisphere, and operates for over 30 hours on two LR6 alkaline batteries. Compact (77×35×41 mm) and lightweight (75 g), the fully sealed polycarbonate housing withstands water, corrosion, fire, and extreme temperatures from -30°C to +65°C. Complies with LSA Code, IMO MSC.48(66), MSC.81(70), and MED Directive.
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$ 16.40
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Veleria San Giorgio Skipper 150N is an automatic inflatable life jacket certified to ISO 12402-3. It features a high-strength technological fabric cover and is supplied with standard safety accessories including retroreflective tapes, whistle, lifting handle, and recovery strap. Available in Skipper and Skipper Light versions for users over 40 kg with chest sizes from 80 to 125 cm.
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$ 128.25
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Veleria San Giorgio REEF 50N is a buoyancy aid certified to ISO 12402-5, designed for sports and recreational water activities such as catamarans, Hobie Cat sailing, rafting, and water sports. It features a secure adjustment system with three straps and quick-release buckles, a crotch strap, and a safety cord attachment. Available in multiple sizes for users from 25 kg to over 80 kg.
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$ 55.08
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Veleria San Giorgio WIND 50N is a buoyancy aid certified to ISO 12402-5, designed for continuous use on canoes, kayaks, and small sailing boats. It provides 50 N buoyancy and features an adjustment system with straps, a quick-release buckle, an elastic waistband, a crotch strap, and a safety cord attachment. Suitable for users weighing 70–80 kg with a chest size of 100–110 cm.
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$ 47.59
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Veleria San Giorgio JET PRO 50N is a buoyancy aid certified to ISO 12402-5, designed for active water sports such as water skiing and jet ski use. It provides 50 N buoyancy and features an adjustment system with four straps and quick-release buckles, a crotch strap, and padded ergonomic back protection. Suitable for users weighing 40–70 kg with a chest size of 80–100 cm.
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$ 65.78
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Veleria San Giorgio Crotch Straps Kit is an essential safety accessory for inflatable life jackets, designed to prevent the jacket from riding up during use. It improves stability and allows for easier swimming in the water. Compatible with most inflatable models, this strap ensures a more secure fit in emergency situations.
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$ 33.54
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Trem / Veleria San Giorgio storage bag is designed to hold up to four life jackets and is available in versions suitable for 100N or 150N life jackets. Made of coated nylon fabric, the bag is supplied empty and equipped with a top opening. Two versions are offered with different dimensions, depending on the life jacket buoyancy class.
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$ 40.44
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Veleria San Giorgio Water-Dissolving Capsule (Barcode: 1010187) is a genuine replacement part designed exclusively for Veleria San Giorgio inflatable life jackets. It acts as the trigger mechanism for automatic inflation upon water contact. For safety and compatibility, use only with approved VSG lifejacket models.
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$ 28.08
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What are life jackets and how do they function as personal flotation devices for marine safety?
A life jacket, also called a life vest or PFD, is a coast guard approved personal flotation device that provides floatation in emergency situations while swimming, during water sports, or onboard a boat. Different types of life jacket use foam or inflation to deliver required lbs of buoyancy, help turn unconscious wearers face-up, support infant life and youth life, and improve mobility for rescue. These flotation devices are designed to be worn or thrown, aiding survival, grab, and rescue in marine environments.
How do foam and inflatable life vests differ in flotation, inflation method, and mobility?
Foam life vests, commonly used as Type III or Type IV personal floatation devices, provide constant float without activation, meet USCG-approved and Transport Canada approved requirements, but can feel bulky and uncomfortable when worn for long periods or seated. Inflatable life vests, usually classified as Type V, rely on manual or automatic inflation to create floatation, offering greater mobility and comfort, while still meeting coast guard-approved standards for approved life and rescue use where flotation devices may be required.
How should PFDs be stored and handled to maintain approved life performance over time?
PFDs should be stored in a dry, well-ventilated place away from direct sunlight and heat to preserve materials and buoyancy performance over time. They should not be used as seats, crushed, or left under heavy objects, as this can reduce comfort and flotation effectiveness. Regular inspection for wear, damaged rings, or fabric issues helps ensure the device remains comfortable to wear and ready if rescue may be needed.