Winter weather gear

Great info guys. Please keep it coming for us newbies!

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Originally Posted by BigRiverMarine

The AA looks like a deal at 320-340 for the entire suit. I paid a similar price for my Insulated Guide Wear suit on sale, but it doesn't float. :-)

Is the AA considered a legal Floatation Device ( PFD) by the Coast Guard, and the Corp?

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It's not sold as a flotation device, but it does float you. I still wear my inflatable. It my be too warm for some of the tougher crowd, but it sure keeps an old fart like me warm.

I have to add something to keep my ears warm. Oh, you thought that was what the earmuffs were for?

Blaze orange banana hammock

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Originally Posted by rockmike

It's not sold as a flotation device, but it does float you. I still wear my inflatable. It my be too warm for some of the tougher crowd, but it sure keeps an old fart like me warm.

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Thx Mike, but do you Have to wear a PFD on the corp lakes while the main engine is running? The ad said the AA would float you and two more people.

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Originally Posted by Jerkn Meat

Blaze orange banana hammock

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Hard to sleep going 71 in a boat!!!! Plus, Kevin might need some help with the net!!!!! :)

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Originally Posted by BigRiverMarine

Thx Mike, but do you Have to wear a PFD on the corp lakes while the main engine is running? The ad said the AA would float you and two more people.

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You still have to abide by the same rules for PFD use.

Pro qualifier set it awesome for all conditions.

A good fleece neck gaiter will help a lot.

Bottom line is they ALL make nice gear. Just do your research JW, and pick what YOU like best. I like the flotation idea of the AA, but if you fall overboard in frigid water, you've got about 20 minutes. They could find your body sooner if you're floating tho if ya don't get back in the boat and can't get to some warm clothes or your truck.

BE SAFE IN THIS COLD WEATHER!!!!!