Shop Stearns, a trusted name in life jackets and safety. Stearns inflatable and foam PFDs, flotation vests, and marine safety gear for adults, youth, and watersports deliver comfortable, Coast Guard approved flotation to keep everyone aboard protected.
Trusted flotation and safety
Stearns has been a trusted name in flotation and marine safety for decades, and its lineup covers everyone aboard. The line includes inflatable PFDs for low-profile, comfortable wear, foam life vests for adults, youth, children, and infants, watersports and ski vests, and other safety gear. Designed for comfort, fit, and durability, and Coast Guard approved for safe flotation, Stearns life jackets help you meet the requirement for a wearable PFD for every person aboard while keeping your crew comfortable enough to keep them on. For boaters outfitting the family, towing riders, or replacing worn vests, Stearns offers dependable, proven options at a sensible value.
Choosing the right PFD comes down to the wearer and the activity. Match the size and type to the person's weight and chest size, since a PFD must fit to work, and use child and infant vests for the youngest aboard. Choose an inflatable for low-profile comfort, noting manual or automatic inflation and keeping a rearm kit on hand, or a foam vest for simplicity. Pick a watersports-rated vest for towing. Confirm everything is Coast Guard approved for the use. Review the product details and sizing before buying. With Stearns gear, you keep everyone aboard safe and comfortable.
Frequently Asked Questions
How should a life jacket fit?
A PFD must fit snugly to work. Match the size and type to the wearer's weight and chest size, then adjust the straps. Lift the shoulders to check it does not ride up over the head. Use child and infant vests sized for the youngest aboard.
Inflatable or foam PFD?
Inflatable PFDs are low-profile and comfortable for all-day wear but require inflation and are not for non-swimmers or some activities, while foam vests are always buoyant and simpler. Choose based on your activity, comfort, and who wears it, and confirm the approval.
Do I need a special vest for watersports?
Yes. Watersports vests for skiing, tubing, and wakeboarding are built to handle impact and the forces of being towed. Choose a watersports-rated, Coast Guard approved vest for towing riders for proper safety and comfort during the activity.
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