NRS Crew Youth & Child PFDs
- These jackets use high-quality PVC-Free foam flotation for high floating safety.
- Four side adjustments and a waist adjustment make for a comfortable fit. Child model has a leg strap to prevent jacket ride-up.
- Tough 200-denier nylon shell stands up to years of use.
- Design flotation: Youth - 12.3 lbs. fits 50 - 90 lbs, Child - 7.3 lbs fits 30 - 50 lbs.
- US Coast Guard Type: III
- Profile: Medium
- Outer Fabric: 200-denier nylon
- Entry System: Front zip
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Adjustment System:
- 1 - Front
- 4 - Side
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Includes:
- Child's size (30-50 lbs.) comes with a leg strap
- Design Flotation Youth PFD: 12.3 lbs, fits 50 - 90 lbs
- Design Flotation Child PFD: 7.3 lbs, fits 30 - 50 lbs
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REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 18 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
94%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Comfortable (16)
- Durable (12)
- Lightweight (12)
- Adjustable (11)
- Good ventilation (7)
Cons
Best Uses
- Boating / sailing (12)
- Paddling (9)
- Kayak / canoe / rafting (8)
- Chest Size:
Feels too small
Feels true to size
94%
(15 reviews)
Feels too big
- Was this a gift?:
- No (16)
Most Liked Positive Review
Paddling is so much better with this PFD
My 3 year old daughter was using the small boater PFD's that weren't designed for paddling, and even in a power boat she didn't like the lack of movement, the poor fits, and the...Read complete review
My 3 year old daughter was using the small boater PFD's that weren't designed for paddling, and even in a power boat she didn't like the lack of movement, the poor fits, and the poor ventilation. She was losing her interest in going paddling. I bought her this vest and now when I get up early to go on a paddle - she's downstairs with her life vest on before my coffee is ready. She insists on wearing it during breakfast, and then I make her take it off to change her PJ's for paddling clothes.
I think the biggest thing to her is that it is a paddling PFD like everone elses. The biggest things to me is it keeps her above water if she falls in, and she likes to wear it.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Didn't love it
Didn't love it. I wish it was neoprene instead of nylon. We used it for a week long raft trip and it left my daughters face and arms chaffed. But it is slimmer around...Read complete review
Didn't love it. I wish it was neoprene instead of nylon. We used it for a week long raft trip and it left my daughters face and arms chaffed. But it is slimmer around the neck than a lot of children's PFD -- a good thing.
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Pros
- Adjustable
- Comfortable
Cons
- No Pocket
Best Uses
- Canoeing
Comments about NRS Crew Youth & Child PFDs:
My three year old wears this canoing and swimming in the backcountry. She has more room in this around her throat than others and the construction looks really solid...I don't want to hesitate yarding her out of the water by a shoulder strap like I would on some boating store PFD's. It's well made but basic. I only wish it had a small pocket for her to stow a snack in, but I appreciate NRS trying to keep costs down and quality up. I anticipate it lasting through several hand me downs.
- Chest Size:
- Feels true to size
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Adjustable
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Good flotation
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Boating
- Canoeing
- Paddling
- Personal Watercraft
Comments about NRS Crew Youth & Child PFDs:
Got this PFD for my 8yr old son for his kayak and it's working great for him. Doesn't restrict his movement at all and fits him well. Great flotation in it too. I feel very comfortable with him in this PFD in whitewater.
- Chest Size:
- Feels true to size
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about NRS Crew Youth & Child PFDs:
Didn't love it. I wish it was neoprene instead of nylon. We used it for a week long raft trip and it left my daughters face and arms chaffed. But it is slimmer around the neck than a lot of children's PFD -- a good thing.
- Chest Size:
- Feels true to size
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Adjustable
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Good Ventilation
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Boating
- Canoeing
- Paddling
Comments about NRS Crew Youth & Child PFDs:
We use these canoeing and kayaking and they work great for the kids. They don't complain at all about wearing them.
- Chest Size:
- Feels true to size
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Adjustable
- Doesn't ride up
Cons
Best Uses
- Canoeing
Comments about NRS Crew Youth & Child PFDs:
Vest works great for our 4 year old on our canoe adventures. Fits great and doesn't ride up on her. I will get another when our one year old out grows her infant vest
- Chest Size:
- Feels true to size
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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- NRS Crew Youth & Child PFDs
Q:
I am looking for a life vest for my son (50-90 lbs) and need to verify that the NRS Crew Youth & Child PDF by NRS DOES have the leg strap.Asked on 3/14/2013 by Kelly from Mahtomedi, MN1 answer
A:
Kelly, only the Crew Child PFD has the leg strap. Our Big Water V Youth jacket, Item # 2152Y, has webbing loops for the NRS Leg Straps, Item # 2163, sold separately. Also, the Extrasport Youth PFD, Item # 2165, also has leg straps.Answered on 3/15/2013 by Clyde from NRS
- NRS Crew Youth & Child PFDs
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Will this vest keep a child's face out of the water if he gets knocked unconscious? I just want to confirm that if they go into the water that this PFD will not flip them face down in the water. My son is 3.5 years old, 37 pounds. thanksAsked on 3/11/2013 by Slau144 answers
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A:
If you are looking for a life jacket to keep their face out of the water if unconscious, you most likely need a PFD with a collar. Both of my boys wear these all summer, but they need to be 'awake' to keep their head afloat. I think you will find that with most life jackets (child or adult).
They are great 'everyday' PFDs. We take them everywhere.Answered on 3/11/2013 by AnonymousVERIFIED BUYER
A:
I wouldn't trust it to not put them face down. I was under the impression it needed to be one of the infant kind with the neck flap to do that.
ChristaAnswered on 3/11/2013 by AnonymousA:
Type III life jackets aren't designed to float an unconscious person face up. The Type II Extrasport Infant Jacket, Item # 2165, would be a better choice for that. While it won't guarantee face-up floating, the fact that all the foam flotation is in the front and head pillow offers better chance of that in calm water. Unfortunately, no life jacket is a substitute for close adult supervision in and around water.Answered on 3/11/2013 by Clyde from NRSVERIFIED BUYER
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No. I wouldn't count on it. We got 2 of these when our kids were 5 and 3. The 5-year-old's legs were a lot longer and she naturally oriented upright in this vest. The 3-year-old's legs were shorter so he had to actively orient himself until he was about 5.
Answered on 3/11/2013 by Anonymous
