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Astral's Nova shines bright in the world of PFD's with its Chimney Vent and thin, full back, that is ideal for high back seats. The Nova is perfect for long days on the water enjoying nature.
  • The Chimney Vent is one of Astral's original temperature relief concepts. Snap the buckle behind the zipper, then you can safely unzip and let heat rise and escape rather than being trapped against your body, keeping you cool and comfortable.

  • The Thin-Vent™ back design adds mesh for ventilation while giving protection against straps and high back seats.

  • Lightweight PE foam construction eliminates weight and bulk for all day comfort.

  • Two large mesh pockets can hold anything you want to keep close from drinks and snacks to fishing tackle and waterproof cameras.
  • US Coast Guard Type:  III
  • Profile:  Medium
  • Design Flotation:  minimum 15.5 lbs.
  • Outer Fabric:  200-denier high-tenacity nylon
  • Lining:  200-denier nylon
  • Entry System:  Front zip
  • Pockets: 
    • 2 - Front
  • Lash Tabs: 
    • 1 - Front
  • Adjustment System: 
    • 4 - Side
    • 2 - Shoulder
    • 1 - Waist
  • Features: 
    • Thin-Vent back ventilation
    • Chimney Vent front
Astral Sizing
Size Chest Size
S/M 31"-37"
M/L 38"-44"
L/XL 45"-51"

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Astral Nova PFD - Closeout
 
4.4

(based on 12 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (5)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (7)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (0)

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    (0)

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100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (10)
  • Adjustable (9)
  • Good ventilation (8)
  • Lightweight (8)
  • Waterproof (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Paddling (10)
    • Kayak / canoe / rafting (6)
    • Boating / sailing (3)
      • Chest Size:
      • Feels too small

         

        Feels true to size

         

        92% 

        (11 reviews)

        Feels too big

         
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Beginner (3)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (11)

    Reviewed by 12 customers

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    5.0

    Nice fit and works great!

    By The Beginner Mom

    from NC

    About Me Beginner

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Adjustable
    • Comfortable
    • Good Ventilation
    • Lightweight
    • Waterproof

    Cons

      Best Uses

        Comments about Astral Nova PFD - Closeout:

        This vest doesn't ride up into your chin like so many others I have used. It was getting warm so I undid the zipper, but kept the clasps closed and it provided great ventilation. I had the chance to put it to the test and it was great in the river. It didn't ride up, and I never felt like my head was close to being dunked. It also didn't chafe at the armholes with a sleeveless shirt. There were several adjustment points that gave it a comfortable fit.

        • Chest Size:
        • Feels true to size
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No
         
        4.0

        Astral Nova - a great paddling jacket

        By Geeger

        from Milledgeville, Ga

        About Me Beginner

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Adjustable
        • Comfortable
        • Lightweight

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Paddling

          Comments about Astral Nova PFD - Closeout:

          I use this for kayaking. Definitely keeps you afloat if you have to swim through rapids

          • Chest Size:
          • Feels true to size
          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Worth it.

          By The Beginner Mom

          from NC

          About Me Beginner

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Adjustable
          • Comfortable
          • Durable
          • Good Ventilation
          • Lightweight
          • Waterproof

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Canoeing
            • Paddling

            Comments about Astral Nova PFD - Closeout:

            This PFD was all that i was hoping for and more. The pockets are great and expand to hold a bunch of gear or granola bars. The strap system was straightforward and works well, doesn't seem to loosen at all over time. The best part is the buckle system underneath the zipper. It's great if you want to just sit and rest but still remain secure if you fall in. If i needed another vest, i would buy this.

            • Chest Size:
            • Feels true to size
            • Was this a gift?:
            • No
             
            4.0

            Great vest!

            By rbrown447

            from Newport, Wa.

            About Me Intermediate

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Good Ventilation

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Boating
              • Canoeing
              • Paddling

              Comments about Astral Nova PFD - Closeout:

              Great vest for the money, The design has less floatation in the back so you can sit back in your seat, But put's all the floatation bulk up front of you but you get use to it.

              • Chest Size:
              • Feels true to size
              • Was this a gift?:
              • No
               
              5.0

              perfect pfd for kayak fising

              By bp_968

              from northern KY

              About Me Intermediate

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Adjustable
              • Comfortable
              • Comfortable Back
              • Lightweight

              Cons

              • Colors Kind Of Suck

              Best Uses

              • Canoeing
              • Paddling

              Comments about Astral Nova PFD - Closeout:

              The shape of the back of this vest makes it perfect for Jackson fishing kayaks. The Jackson fishing boats have great seats with tall backs. The tall backs cause problems with the half back vests usually sold to rec boaters and you end up having the vest ride up bad or it jabs you on the back.

              Not with this jacket. It fits perfect for me and my Jackson Coosa!

              • Chest Size:
              • Feels true to size
              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

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              • Astral Nova PFD - Closeout

                Q:

                what is the gross and net weight of the product?
                Asked on 12/25/2012 by Ben

                1 answer

                • Staff Reviewer

                  A:

                  The weight of the S/M, the only size we have left, is 1.2 pounds.

                  Answered on 12/26/2012 by Clyde from NRS
              • Astral Nova PFD - Closeout

                Q:

                No M/L's left???
                Asked on 9/7/2012 by Keith from Carmichael, CA

                1 answer

                • Staff Reviewer

                  A:

                  Sorry, just S/M left.

                  Answered on 9/7/2012 by Clyde from NRS
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