The Ceiba uses a bluesign approved shell of 100% post-consumer recycled polyester ripstop over Kapok foam that shapes to the torso. It’s USCG Type III approved with 17.4 lbs of buoyancy, and it has nine adjustment points, fleece-lined hand warmer pockets and a key loop inside a zippered pocket.
Specs at a glance
- Approval: USCG Type III
- Buoyancy: 17.4 lbs
- Weight: 2.1 lbs (971 g)
- Flotation: Organic Kapok and polyethylene foam
- Shell: 300 x 300 denier recycled polyester ripstop
- Sizes: S/M (31-37 in chest), M/L (38-44 in), L/XL (45-51 in)
- Color: Water Blue
Good to know
- Measure your chest and match it to the size chart, then use the nine adjustment points to snug it down.
- If you can, try it on in your kayak seat to check how it sits against a high seatback.
KayakDIY take: The best PFD is the one comfortable enough that you never take it off. For more gear for your setup, see my fishing kayak accessories guide.
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