The Airbelt stays slim around the waist until you inflate it with the 16 g CO2 cylinder or by mouth. It is a USCG Type V device with 22 lb of buoyancy when inflated. A pocket and attachment points hold small items, and one CO2 cylinder is included.
Specs at a glance
- Weight: 0.8 lb (350 g) without CO2
- Buoyancy: 22 lb inflated, USCG Type V
- Inflation: manual, 16 g CO2 (3/8 in thread) or by mouth
- Included: one 16 g CO2 cylinder
- Size: one size
- Color: Black
Good to know
- Inflation is manual, so you have to pull it yourself; think about whether that suits the water you paddle.
- Check the CO2 cylinder at the start of each season and keep a spare 16 g, 3/8 in thread cylinder.
KayakDIY take: A belt pack PFD is about comfort, but I’d only pick one if you’re a confident swimmer. For more options, see my fishing kayak accessories guide.
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