Foam lifejackets 100N and 150N
Foam lifejackets are designed for basic safety. The main function of this type of buoyancy aid is to keep people who can swim at the water's surface. Unlike automatic lifejackets, they do not allow the wearer to turn around.
What is a foam lifejacket?
A lifejacket is considered to be an individual piece of protective equipment that must be adapted to your morphology. When sailing, its ultimate function is to keep your head above water so that your airways remain clear. It is therefore the most essential piece of equipment at sea. Foam lifejackets must be size-appropriate and designed according to very precise safety standards, such as the ISO standard, to guarantee maximum protection.
Foam lifejackets are mandatory for all water sports activities, and must be worn at all times to be effective. This equipment, capable of saving your life in the event of a fall into the water and enabling you to float more easily, is essential for everyone (swimmer, child, dog...) on every trip aboard a boat.
are ideal for turning the wearer onto his or her back in any situation. This type of lifejacket provides permanent flotation and is not inflatable. As a result, foam lifejackets take up a lot of space and restrict freedom of movement when sailing. These buoyancy aid vests therefore comply with the NF EN ISO 12402-5 safety standard for 50 Newton foam flotation vests. These lifejackets are primarily intended for people who know how to swim and are close to the coast. Under these conditions, they will be able to float to the surface of the water in the event of an incident, and benefit from the assistance of nearby rescuers. This type of is inexpensive, but cannot be used to turn an unconscious person over. What's more, some lifejackets can be fitted with accessories such as a harness or reflective strips.
The best buoyancy foam lifejackets
Thanks to these features, lifejackets have become essential equipment for certain water sports.
For an activity 2 to 6 miles from a shelter, such as sailing, a minimum 100 newton foam lifejacket is highly recommended. The 100 Newton buoyancy lifejacket is specifically designed for coastal sailing. They are capable of turning over in 10 seconds, and are often also recommended for children weighing over 30 kg.
When you're fishing, you need a flotation jacket for your own safety. In fact, on board a boat or fishing vessel, wearing a 100 newton foam flotation jacket is recommended, as it enables the angler to float in the event of a fall, keep his or her head above water, and ensure rollover.
Buoyancy aids on Nautisports
Foam lifejackets are in great demand among water sports enthusiasts and clubs. As a result, specialist brands offer a wide range of foam lifejackets with ever more innovative designs to meet this high demand. Here are a few adult foam lifejackets available on the market.
The is specially designed for intensive, continuous use in kayak clubs and sailing schools. This Club Master lifejacket is equipped with extra-soft polyethylene foam, a highly resistant polyester-coated fabric cover and a soft, breathable lining.
The
t is a comfortable 50 Newton-approved vest with zippers and clips. A product that offers great freedom of movement thanks to a close-fitting cut and easy fastening.The t is the ideal lifejacket to accompany you in any water leisure activity. Made of nylon and foam on the outside with a skin strap, this Jobe lifejacket is extremely lightweight.
The is a highly durable lifejacket. Its close-fitting cut gives you great freedom of movement for light sailing, such as dinghies and catamarans.
These products,
s and foam lifejackets are currently in stock and available for delivery on Nautisports.com, the specialist water sports retailer, at the best prices.
