An essential for most water sports, the Pursuit Buoyancy Aid has adjustable shoulders with Neoprene padding for a secure fit.
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Colour: Orange
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Overall rating: 4.37931 / 5 from 29 reviews.
The Pursuit Buoyancy Aid is highly regarded for its excellent fit and top quality, making it a popular choice for various water activities. Its adjustable shoulders with Neoprene padding ensure a secure fit, while the self-draining zippered pocket and reflective detailing enhance visibility and practicality.
Review topics: ["fit","size","quality","pockets","design","delivery","straps","hat","comfort"].
"Shoulder straps need more extension or linger skirt or both. Mid height hip strap and buckle redundant as they duplicate, mostly. So lower hem with wider strap in tunnel fastened at front with stuff buckle to suit 40/50 mm webbing strap."
"Really good buoyancy aid does what it says on the packet and keep you buoyant"
"Fit for purpose. Although this is a side entry vest, there is a permanent strap across the bottom of the entry. Fit is slightly on the large side but buoyancy weight for next size down would be too low."
"I would size down even if the size guide says it may fit you. Mine is quite big even though the size guide said it may fit."
"Very well fitting and has a handy zip pocket in the front, the only downside is under the arm it was a Velcro strap which catch’s under your arm giving you a mark if you paddle long distance I’d happy recommend this item but tape the sharp strap"
"Very comfortable and low profile. Easy to slip on and off especially when wearing a coat."
"Excellent service in returning the item as ordered wrong size. Sizing still seems small as cut has changed from same product bought several years ago."
"Great design, fits brilliantly, great to have a pocket on the front. Use this for paddleboarding and it doesn't hinder the stroke and allows for full range of movement. Also doesn't impede getting back onto your board."
"This is a replacement for a previously Gill buoyancy aid, in fact the third. Previous ones were all well worn and at end of life. What feedback is better than repeat custom?"
"I like the style of this pfd, it fits snugly and high up on me just under my ribs and I love the front pocket which, for a paddleboarder is perfect for tucking in my phone case or for a packet of tissues. What I don't like at all is the velcro covering the top of the side zip. I noticed another reviewer saying it had fluffed up their clothes underneath and I agree, it's wrecked my hydrophobe top which is now fluffy under the left armpit and although just about bearable in the winter while I'm wearing more waterproof outer wear I'm not looking forward to this pfd in the summer with a t-shirt underneath. It's a poor design. The velcro isn't big enough to cover the whole top of the zip and when paddling where my arms are moving all the time the velcro comes apart and the zip starts to undo. I cut the velcro off but I could have taped it as the other reviewer suggested. Gill designers please look at this."
Description
An essential for most water sports, the Pursuit Buoyancy Aid has adjustable shoulders with Neoprene padding for a secure fit.
Practical, with a self-draining zippered front pocket and reflective detailing front and back for visibility - the lightweight, minimum bulk design allows full freedom of movement. Suitable for any water activity such as sailing and paddlesports including stand up paddleboarding, kayaking and canoeing.
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