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can anyone comment on this vest??? does it restrict you, or is it bulky??? wondering if gets in the way when trying to play.... would you pay 125 for a used one???

i have one, and it seem to work well!,i like the pockets , and the rib protection. but it doesn't like dry suit zippers that are across the back.(hard to get in, but comes off ok)

had mine for over a year and like it

no problems so far

You need to thoroughly inspect the PFD. If you can read all of the information on the back panel, that is an okay indication that it has been stored well and well taken care of. Like anything, UV is the worst on PFDs, if its faded at all, then I might be wary. Used for 125. There's not a lot more to go, for a brand new Rescue PFD. If it were me, I'd probably buy new for that price used. Especially on a piece of equipment that your life and potentially someone else's life will depend on.

good info.. i was just under the impression that the jacket cost around 2 bills... but im obviously wrong... what do they go for jeremy?

New they were around 2 bills, you're exactly right. But for me, the added cost to get something new, with warranty, that will be in my possession the first time its used is comforting. By no means did I mean to imply that you couldn't get a good used Rescue PFD, I was simply saying, be wary. Astral isn't making the Aquavest 300R anymore, so finding an "old" new one, or a used one will be the only option to get that particular vest. That said, I love mine.

is it the only vest you use??

No, I wear a Stohlquist Brik when I'm playboating. Been thinking about a Green Jacket though. Astral's new Rescue PFD...pretty nifty stuff.