Purchasing a lifejacket can be a daunting experience when you aren't familiar with the features, benefits or suitability for yourself or your family.
The first step is to consider the water based activity you mostly participate in:
Solo boater
The Crewsaver 165N water activated (automatic) Sport lifejacket is a popular choice for fishers who need the extra comfort knowing they won’t need to think about pulling the inflate cord if something goes wrong.
The jacket will inflate when submerged in water (so they won’t accidentally go off if they’re splashed or wet from the rain), these jackets are well suited for solo fishers and non-confident swimmers (boating or landbased). Exactly the same design as our user activated jackets, these jackets are comfortable, durable, fit snug on the body and won’t impose on any fishing activities.
A lifejacket that is designed to be worn at all times while fishing, these jackets make it significantly safer than attempting to access a stowed jacket in an emergency situation.
You never know when something may go wrong or if help will be around, but when your lifeline is strapped to your chest the whole time you give yourself the best possible chance of coming out unscathed.
Boating with kids
Two of our most popular lifejackets combined with the choice of two junior lifejackets in one fantastic package deal may be the option for you.
Choose from the Family Pack which includes two adult user activated lifejackets (suitable for up to 200kg) and two junior lifejackets with a weight range of 20-50kg).
In case of emergency, the water activated lifejackets will put your mind at ease, knowing these will inflate upon impact with the water and your children won’t need to think to pull the toggle.
The adult lifejackets ensure maximum comfort for the user and allows you to carry out important tasks like teaching your kids how to fish or reeling in that fish of a lifetime, without impeding on your experience.
Show you’re serious about your fishing safety, by providing the best of the best to your boating family. Take advantage of the bulk discount and free shipping to receive huge discounts and peace of mind.
Alternatively take a look at our Deluxe Family Pack which includes two adult user activated lifejackets (suitable for up to 200kg) and your choice of size for the kids lifejackets.
Available in baby, child and large child sizes, this 100N super soft foam buoyancy aid is as comfortable as it is durable. It allows a secure fit with a fully adjustable waist belt and comes complete with fixings for optional crotch straps.
You choose the size:
Baby <15kg
Child 15-20kg
Large child 20 - 40kg
If you require any further information, please feel free to contact us on 08 9246 3366.
Cruising in protected waters
Currently it is not mandatory to carry lifejackets for people on board when boating in protected waters, however our lifejackets are suitable for all day wear and provide extra warmth, comfort and reassurance on the water, especially for those new to boating or who aren’t confident swimmers.
In this instance, a popular choice is our User or Water activated lifejackets or take a look at our package deals if you need lifejackets for two or more people (including family packs)
For more information on what safety equipment you need for boating, click here.
Fishing from the rocks
A fisher’s favourite, the user activated lifejacket (manual) is the absolute go to lifejacket and includes the essential features to ensure the recreational user remains safe on the water.
A favourite because not only is it comfortable, but its durable, fits snug on the body and does not impose on any fishing activities.
The lifejackets allows the user to decide when to activate the jacket by pulling on the toggle which pierces the CO2 canister and inflates the highly visible yellow bladder. Designed to self-right the user face up so their head is above the water, when either unconscious or conscious, extra comfort is added knowing that if something went wrong, the user will always float upright.
Adjustable for any size range up to 200kg, these Type 1 lifejackets have a superior buoyancy level of 165N (most type 1 lifejackets have a buoyancy level of 100 – 150) and are suitable for open water and all land based fishing activities.
You can be assured that these lifejackets are designed with the fisher in mind.
Offshore boater with friends
You can’t go past the best lifejackets on the market in one awesome package deal, with four or six user activated (manual) lifejackets for you and your mates, or the whole family.
Specifically designed for fishers in mind, these slimline and ergonomic lifejackets are your go to, to ensure you comply with the minimum legal requirements when fishing in offshore waters. Offering a superior buoyancy level of 165N (holding a maximum of 200kg), these lifejackets go above and beyond what’s required offering you the added comfort knowing you’ve got the best lifejackets on the market.
All lifejackets inflate in a matter of seconds, have a bright yellow bladder, essential safety features such as reflective tape, lifting becket, whistle and extra oral inflation tube. The design allows for a user of any size up to 200kg to adjust the straps to fit accordingly, and decide when to inflate the jacket. The jackets sit high on the body as to not interrupt fishing activities, are stylish and comfortable to wear all day long.
You never know when something may go wrong or if help will be around, but when your lifeline is strapped to your chest the whole time you give yourself the best possible chance of coming out unscathed.
Fishing in a dinghy
Take a look at our Dinghy pack which includes two Crewsaver Adult User Activated Jackets.
These lifejackets allows the user to decide when to activate the jacket by pulling on the toggle which pierces the CO2 canister and inflates the highly visible yellow bladder. Designed to self-right the user face up so their head is above the water, when either unconscious or conscious, extra comfort is added knowing that if something went wrong, the user will always float upright.
We believe these are the best jacket for the complete fisher and we wouldn't sell them if we didn't believe these were the best jacket on the market.
Read about their key features here.
Still not sure which lifejacket would be best? Email us at info@recfishwest.org.au or phone 08 9246 3366.