{"product_id":"mustang-survival-mit-70-auto-inflatable-pfd-blue","title":"Mustang Survival MIT 70 Automatic\/Manual Inflatable Life Vest, Blue","description":"\u003cp class=\"nvn-hero\"\u003eThe Mustang Survival MIT 70 is a Type V automatic and manual inflatable life vest that stays slim and cool until you need it, then fires to 15.7 pounds of buoyancy the second you hit the water. Adult universal fit, USCG and Transport Canada approved, and comfortable enough that you'll actually keep it on all day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mustang Survival MIT 70 is an automatic and manual inflatable life vest built for boaters who'll actually wear a PFD all day. It's a Type V inflatable, which means it stays flat and low-profile on your shoulders until you need it, then inflates to a full 15.7 pounds of buoyancy the moment you go in the water. No bulky foam. Just a comfortable harness you forget you're wearing until it counts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's how the inflation works. The automatic inflator fires on immersion, so if you get knocked overboard and can't help yourself, the vest inflates on its own. There's also a manual pull handle if you'd rather inflate it yourself, and an oral tube for topping off or as a backup. That dual automatic and manual setup is why this one carries the Type V rating for adults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFit is adult universal, sized for chest measurements from 30 to 52 inches. That covers most grown boaters, but the trade-off with a universal vest is you'll want to snug the straps down properly, especially on a smaller frame. A loose inflatable can ride up when it fires, so take a minute on the dock to get the buckle and strap set right. Once it's dialed in, it just disappears under a jacket or over a t-shirt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout that 15.7 pounds of buoyancy. For an adult inflatable that's right in the Type V range, and it's plenty to keep an average adult's head and airway clear of the water. Worth knowing though, if you're layered up in heavy foul-weather gear that flotation feels a little less generous, since wet gear adds weight and drag. For most day boating, fishing, and coastal cruising it's the right amount of lift in a package that stays out of your way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe low-profile design is the reason people reach for a vest like this instead of a foam one. Uninflated, it sits slim across your shoulders and chest, so it doesn't fight you when you're leaning over the gunwale, working a downrigger, or trimming a sail. It breathes better in summer heat too. A lot of the value of an inflatable is simply that you'll keep it on, and a vest you keep on beats a foam one that lives in the cabin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shell is high-tenacity nylon in blue, and it's harmonized U.S. Coast Guard and Transport Canada approved. That harmonized approval is handy if you cross into Canadian waters, though remember a Type V only counts as an approved PFD when you're actually wearing it. Leave it stuffed in a locker and it doesn't satisfy carriage rules. That's the deal with every inflatable, so wear it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWho's this for? Anglers who spend long days casting and hate the heat of a foam vest. Cruisers and day-sailors who want protection without bulk. Anyone running a center console or a small sailboat where you're moving around and a traditional life jacket gets in the way. It's a wear-all-day vest, and that's the whole point. The PFD that saves you is the one you've actually got on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA word on upkeep, because inflatables need a little more attention than foam. Rinse the vest with fresh water after saltwater trips. The CO2 cylinder and inflator hardware can corrode if you let salt sit on them, so a quick freshwater rinse goes a long way. Check that the cylinder is threaded tight and the inflator's status indicator reads green before each season. And once the vest fires, whether automatically or by the manual pull, you'll need to rearm it with a fresh CO2 cylinder and, for the auto model, a new bobbin. Rearm kits are sold separately, so it's worth keeping a spare aboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt ships as a single vest with the buckle and strap closure. This is a wearable, not a throwable, so plan your onboard PFD count accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nvn-features\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eType V automatic and manual inflatable: fires on immersion, with a manual pull handle and oral tube backup\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e15.7 pounds of buoyancy, in the Type V range to keep an adult's head and airway above water\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdult universal fit for chest sizes 30 to 52 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHarmonized U.S. Coast Guard and Transport Canada approved, valid for U.S. and Canadian waters when worn\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh-tenacity nylon shell in blue for durability out on the water\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLow-profile membrane design sits slim and breathes cool, so you'll keep it on all day\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBuckle and strap closure for a quick, secure fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRearmable after inflation with a replacement CO2 cylinder and bobbin (rearm kit sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShips as a single wearable vest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-trust\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from NVN Marine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAuthorized Mustang Survival reseller, full manufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNMEA member and ABYC certified, advice from real boat techs\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSame-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock items\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNY headquarters and Fort Lauderdale flagship retail store\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-faq\"\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs the MIT 70 Coast Guard approved?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. It carries a harmonized U.S. Coast Guard and Transport Canada approval as a Type V inflatable PFD. Just remember a Type V only counts as an approved PFD when you're actually wearing it, not when it's stowed in a locker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat's the difference between the automatic and manual inflation?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe automatic inflator fires on its own the moment it hits the water, which protects you if you go overboard and can't help yourself. The manual pull handle lets you inflate it yourself when you want to. There's also an oral tube to top off the buoyancy or as a backup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow much buoyancy does it provide, and is that enough?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eWhen inflated it delivers 15.7 pounds of buoyancy, which is right in the Type V range for an adult and plenty to keep your head and airway clear. If you're wearing heavy foul-weather gear, that flotation feels a little less generous since wet gear adds weight, but for most day boating and fishing it's the right amount of lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWho does the universal size fit?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's an adult universal size that fits chest measurements from 30 to 52 inches. That covers most grown boaters. On a smaller frame, snug the straps down well so the vest doesn't ride up if it inflates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCan I use this in Canadian waters?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. The harmonized approval covers both U.S. Coast Guard and Transport Canada requirements, so it's valid on both sides of the border as long as you're wearing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow do I rearm it after it inflates?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eOnce the vest fires, automatically or by the manual pull, you replace the spent CO2 cylinder and, on the automatic model, install a fresh bobbin. Rearm kits are sold separately, so keep a spare aboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow do I take care of an inflatable PFD?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eRinse it with fresh water after saltwater trips so the CO2 cylinder and inflator hardware don't corrode. Before each season, check that the cylinder is threaded tight and the inflator's status indicator reads green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs this a wearable or a throwable device?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's a wearable Type V vest, not a throwable cushion. 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