Kokatat Bahia Tour. This model may have been discontinued, but there are several other Bahia PFDs. 17 lb floatation in Large size. Partial mesh back to accommodate kayak seats (not important to open canoeists). Big mesh pockets to carry lots of stuff, including a dedicated pocket for a radio or GPS. Lashing patch for a knife. The reflective stripes are SOLAS (Safety of Life At Sea) compliant. Personally I think every PFD should have these to make it easier for rescuers to locate a swimmer. I bought this PFD to do double duty as a paddling and sailing vest. The SOLAS stripes and the radio pocket are perhaps more important for sailing than for paddling. I like this vest pretty well and find it comfortable to wear all day. The only downside is that it is bulky, and my strong side paddling arm rubs the pocket.
