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Use
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Advantages
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Type I
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Inherent and Inflatable Type PFD's
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Off-Shore
Open or Rough Waters
Coastal Cruising
General Boating
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Best for all waters
Will turn most unconscious wearers face up
Highly visible coloring
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Type II
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Inherently Buoyant Type II PFD's
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Inland waters or calm waters where fast rescue is likely
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Comfortable
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Inflatable Type II PFD's
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Also suitable for open or rough waters
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Will turn most unconscious wearers face up
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Type III
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Inherent and Inflatable Type PFD's
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Inland waters or calm waters where fast rescue is likely.
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Generally the most comfort for continuous wear
Many styles available.
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Type V
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Inherent and Inflatable Type PFD's
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Special use - see PFD label
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Designed for specific activities
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