The Anfibio Buoy Boy packrafting flotation device to me is a for calm water paddling. Especially if you want to keep weight and space down whilst hiking.
With packrafting, especially if you’re spending a good amount of time hiking or bikerafting, it’s all about limiting weight. Saving space to keep your gear bags as small as possible is also a consideration.
The problem that comes with saving weight / saving space is it completely goes against the safety aspect of a flotation device.
The Anfibio Buoy Boy is a inflatable flotation device only. Buoyancy cannot be guaranteed in case of damage to the device.
The Anfibio Buoy Boy Packrafting Flotation Device is a inflatable vest that has been designed specifically for the space and weight conscious packrafter.
Weighing just 340g (S/M) and rolling up to just a litre in volume.
It is one of the most compact floatation aids around. It was developed for combined land-water tours to ensure high buoyancy and comfort.
The vest features two chambers inflated by easy-to-use spring-loaded mouth valves; which can be accessed while worn.
The inflated chambers reach around the upper back while the lower back is composed sandwich mesh. Which doesn’t get in the way when packrafting like some PFD’s do that aren’t specifically made for packrafting.
The jacket zips up at the front and backed up by a waist clip. It also benefits from a crotch strap (with is removable) which stops the jacket riding up.
The Buoy Boy’s design gives really good freedom of movement whilst paddling and swimming (in case you take a plunge).
The colours are clearly visible in natural surroundings.
Practical features such as the two large, spacious mesh pockets additionally simplify handling, (personally I would have preferred these pockets to have closable flap).
Specifications of the Anfibio Buoy Boy Packrafting Flotation Device:
Material: 210den TPU laminated nylon (air chambers); sandwich mesh back
Size: S, M, L, XL
Chest: up to 90 cm (S), 100 cm (M), 110 cm (L), 128 cm (XL)
Waist: up to 90 cm (S),110 cm (M), 120cm (L), 138 cm (XL)
Back length: up to 45cm (S), from 45cm (M), from 50cm (L, XL)
Note: Size L is suitable for tall and large people (long back, high buoyancy).
Colours: blue (S), yellow (M, L, XL), black (S, M, L, XL)
Buoyancy: 56.8N (S), 60.8N (M), 74.0N (L), 78.4N (XL) if fully inflated (no guarantee)
Certification: ISO 9001 (Quality asurance system for manufacturing). No ISO/EN/USCG norm as buoyancy aid (personal flotation device), No approval as life jacket /personal protective equipment. Flotation aid only!
Features:
- Front zipper (YKK, 28cm)
- two spring loaded, one-way oral inflator valves
- twin chambers with 4 baffles per side
- removable crotch strap with pivoting snaphook
- adjustable waist belt with YKK buckle
- Mesh pockets
Weight: 340g (S), 360g (M), 390g (L), 400g (XL), 30g (optional crotch strap)
Disclaimer:
Due to an individual’s possible variation in inflation levels, the Anfibio Buoy Boy Packrafting Flotation Devices buoyancy can vary. In extreme cases, the user may simply forget to inflate. The correct function is therefore the personal responsibility of the user. Please read and adhere to instructions / disclaimer included with the Buoy Boy.
The vest does not provide guaranteed protection against drowning. It is not considered a certified buoyancy aid / life jacket. It doesn’t comply to any EU Directive-compliant personal protective equipment (PPE).
The Anfibio Buoy Boy Packrafting Flotation Device is perfect for me as I spend most of my time hiking or biking and then paddling calm waters. It is really packable, doesn’t take up much space and is fairly lightweight.
I cannot re-iterate enough, that this isn’t a Personal Flotation Device and is to be used as a flotation device only.
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