There are a host of different types and styles of life jackets, or PFD (Personal Floatation Devices) on the market. They come with different ratings based on the level of buoyancy they deliver.

Not all life jackets are created equal and with the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ...

In an absolute miracle, a Vietnamese sailor survived nearly 20 hours at sea before being rescued off Australia’s southeastern ...

As the weather temperatures change so do the rules for how you wear a life jacket out on the water. From November 1 through ...

The annual regulation runs from Nov. 1 to April 30 and applies to anyone on canoes, kayaks or boats less than 16 feet in ...

The National Life Jacket Loaner program was started in 2008 by the Sea Tow Foundation. Sea Tow auxiliary member Mike ...

Enjoy a family day out at the beach safely by making sure your kids top their wetsuits with a proper fitting life jacket or buoyancy aid. The devices are ideal for water based activities with kids’ ...

A column I wrote in July 2022 — in which I questioned why it still wasn't mandatory for us to wear life-jackets while boating — created quite a stir across the country. It received far more ...

After evaluating the best heated vests based on their temperature settings, heating zones, battery life and more, we found that Ororo’s Lightweight Heated Vest perfectly balances versatility ...

The best hunting jackets don’t just keep you warm, they keep you in the field longer. However, it’s not a one-size-fits-all situation. When investing in a piece of gear, plenty of hunters aim for ...

To top up a phone’s battery life while out and about, consider checking out a heated jacket with a built-in power bank for device charging. This feature allows wearers to charge up to two ...

Barn jackets are the hottest celeb-endorsed style ... Alexa Chung has been a fan of the look all her life and just launched “Barbour The Edit by Alexa,” a collection of clothing and ...