I've been waiting a long time to get mine - pre-ordered last summer, and finally managed to get one from another location. No swim experience with it yet, but because I don't float well I used a Hiko Guardian 3D. I did 2 swims in that - one particularly nasty one, and I will attest that the 22lbs of float was a huge reason it went as well as it did. Knowing Astral was bringing this out got me stoked immediately - the float and safety of the Hiko with the fit and quality build of Astral - can't wait to get it on the water.
Interesting design. The one thing that jumps out at me right away is that the placement of the snap for the tow tether makes it very difficult for left-handed folks to use. I really wish companies would consider having more options for the snaps or more central so left-handers are put at risk.
I have been hearing rumors about this PFD for months and am so stoked that it finally came out.
Pumped you are stoked!
nice one Andrew, loved the review.
Excellent video, very informative.
good review, but have you swam anything in it? I feel like that might be important when reviewing a lifejaket
Great idea!
I've been waiting a long time to get mine - pre-ordered last summer, and finally managed to get one from another location. No swim experience with it yet, but because I don't float well I used a Hiko Guardian 3D. I did 2 swims in that - one particularly nasty one, and I will attest that the 22lbs of float was a huge reason it went as well as it did. Knowing Astral was bringing this out got me stoked immediately - the float and safety of the Hiko with the fit and quality build of Astral - can't wait to get it on the water.
@@brentwade9346 I hope you dig it, Brent!
Interesting design. The one thing that jumps out at me right away is that the placement of the snap for the tow tether makes it very difficult for left-handed folks to use. I really wish companies would consider having more options for the snaps or more central so left-handers are put at risk.
Thanks 🙏 It’s great!
I’m a lefty, too! Tough world. 😢 🌎
in my head, BACK to the surafce sound like face down i know thats not what they meant just the phrasing
yak hard..or else.
Will do!