Buoyancy Aids for Touring & Recreation Kayaking
Recreational buoyancy aids are designed with comfort in mind, come with simple features – such as front-entry zips – and usually lack pockets. While touring versions are often front-entry too, they differ from recreational ones as they generally have more buoyancy and features to increase their functionality in a wide variety of conditions. Examples include bigger storage pockets for storing daily essentials, reflective strips for nighttime visibility, water hydration pouches, a low profile cut for maximum mobility when paddling, and greater adjustability.
Whatever buoyancy aid you go for the fit must be snug and comfortable, but make sure you buy the right type of buoyancy aid for the paddling you're planning to do. A recreational design is primarily suited for sit-on-top kayaking, stand up paddleboarding, canoeing, and children. In comparison, a touring version is better suited for more demanding environments and long days on the water where you need added safety and functionality-boosting features.
Yak High Back Buoyancy Aid - Navy - 3752
Sizes Available: S/M | L/XXL Yak High Back Buoyancy Aid - Red - 3751
Sizes Available: S/M | L/XXL
- new
Crewsaver Wave PFD 50N Buoyancy Aid - Black
Sizes Available: XL | XXL | M/L | S/M - 21%
Helly Hansen Rider Vest Buoyancy Aid - Deep Fjord 33820
Sizes Available: XL - 90 KG | L - 70/90KG | M - 60/70KG | S - 50/60KG
- UNISEX21%
Helly Hansen Rider Vest Buoyancy Aid - Red/Black 33820
Sizes Available: S - 50/60KG | M - 60/70KG | L - 70/90KG | XL - 90 KG
- 25%
Typhoon Amrok Buoyancy Aid - Grey/Graphite 410213
Sizes Available: XL/XXL | M/L - featured
Vaikobi V3 Ocean Racing PFD - Flouro Blue/Grey VK-177
Sizes Available: XS | M | L | XL Vaikobi V3 Ocean Racing PFD - Flouro Orange VK-177
Sizes Available: XS | S | M | L
Vaikobi V3 Ocean Racing PFD - Flouro Pink VK-177
Sizes Available: XS | M Vaikobi V3 Ocean Racing PFD - Flouro Yellow/Grey VK-177-FL-YL
Sizes Available: XS | S | M | XL - UNISEX
Vaikobi VXP Race Lite PFD - Cyan/Black VK-171-CYAN
Sizes Available: XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL
- UNISEX
Vaikobi VXP Race Lite PFD - Flouro Orange VK-171
Sizes Available: XS | S | M | XL | XXL - UNISEX
Vaikobi VXP Race Lite PFD - Flouro Pink VK-171
Sizes Available: XS | S | M - UNISEX
Vaikobi VXP Race Lite PFD - Hi-Viz Yellow VK-171
Sizes Available: XS | S | M | XL | XXL
- UNISEX
Vaikobi VXP Race Lite PFD - Stealth Black VK-171-BLK
Sizes Available: S | M | L Yak Blaze 50N Buoyancy Aid - Blue
Sizes Available: S/M | M/L Yak Blaze 50N Buoyancy Aid - Red
Sizes Available: XL | XXL | S/M | M/L
Yak Delta Buoyancy Aid - Black/Lime 3714
Sizes Available: S/M | M/L Yak Kallista 50N Buoyancy Aid - Black
Sizes Available: XL | S/M | M/L Yak Kallista 50N Buoyancy Aid - Red
Sizes Available: XL | XXL | S/M | M/L
Yak Xipe 60N Buoyancy Aid - Blue
Sizes Available: S/M | M/L Yak Xipe 60N Buoyancy Aid - Red
Sizes Available: S/M | M/L