Great video, I set my life jacket off by accident and your video explained everything in great detail to rearm it. I also liked your demonstration of the life jacket in use, I have a medical condition that causes me to pass out at random times if I cough too hard. It gives me some comfort knowing I might wake from a episode with the sun in my eyes!
75 year old here and 70 year plus bride returning to the water in float tubes after decades away. Sold the boat a few years ago to my brother fishing salmon in Puget Sound. All day today looking at pfd's and whistles. Made me think somebody has to work in the test department of the whistle factory. Complete answers in your profile of this vest. I searched the same name as we thought to purchase the manual only for float tubing. But disabling the automatic leaves it open for another days use aboard a fast boat. Much grateful.
G MAN, the best part of this video is your t-shirt! Go Boys!!! No, seriously, this was one of the best how to videos on this topic. Your cool, calm and collected voice and presentation is MONEY! I have 4 on my boat and now I am confident I can recharge when needed. Peace Brother and many thanks.
Thank you for your video. I just bought this and had questions about how it works. I learned all that I need to know. Get real hot in South Florida also and kayaking works up a sweat.
Gman Thanks for your demo. I purchased one but had no idea how to put it on. You did a great job from beginning to end. Can you wear these things in the rain? No real instructions with mine.
Excellent video. Just bought one and had a lot of questions that you answered. Just wondering where to get expired seal ring and what cylinder is required and where to purchase it. Thanks for the help!
The blue strap is to secure the kill switch lanyard. I know they put it on the left and most boats have the kill switch on the right but that’s what it’s for.
Good video, G ! Do you know, How it can be made into a Manual jacket, still inflating when you pull the cord?? You mention it, but.. If you take out the dissolving bobbin, doesn't that mean the CO2 cartridge will deploy as soon as it is installed?? If it works differently, I am confused. Thx for any insight. (My friend bought a Manual jacket, that deploys automatically. That is not what she wanted. On Amazon, they all come with the Bobbin deal. Huh?)
I was thinking the exact same thing this week. I’m in Miami and need a vest that does not deploy automatically for the Florida keys. I wasn’t sure if removing the bobbin does the job. I think I might do a video on that when I return to Texas
I don’t really know why it is not CG certified. It uses the same air cylinders as the name brand vests. They fit me well and they are comfortable on hot days. As you saw I tried it in my pool and it worked. I did it twice to get a good video and both times worked well. My only gripe is that the kill switch lanyard loop is on the wrong side so the lanyard sits across my stomach while I drive.
Hello! Awesome Video! I learned everything there is to know about this jacket Eyson 33-A My question is what is the blue strap that is connected to the vest do? What is its purpose?
Great video, thank you. I have a couple of questions. Is the dissolving cartridge a standard component used across all brands of inflatable PFDs or are the deployment mechanisms brand specific? I ask because it weaves into my next question, where can the replacement components be purchased?
Sorry for the late reply I don't know why youtube sends some comments into a hold section. Anyway you've asked the 64K question. I have not been able to get a straight answer from many retailers about compatibility. I know that the size of the threaded cylinder has to be exact and there are about three different sizes on the market. As far as the dissolving pill goes I'm not sure. The have tabs that must match the socket where it fits into . Here is the link to the one that fits mine: www.amazon.com/Eyson-Automatic-Inflatable-PFD-Rearming-Cartridge/dp/B07BSB5X3L/ref=pd_sim_6?pd_rd_w=ctLKy&pf_rd_p=a7700437-07cd-47eb-91c3-544e9e781b20&pf_rd_r=ZQFB468CY672T7A0RBM8&pd_rd_r=03434360-6371-490c-88ed-98897dd966a1&pd_rd_wg=3VrGV&pd_rd_i=B07BSB5X3L&th=1&psc=1 Hope this helps
Very good video. I just bought one, so it's great to see it in action. I was going to order more until I learned that they are not Coast Guard approved, which is something they check in my area. So I still have to carry a uscg approved pfd besides that one, but it IS legal to use. And, as you proved, it is very effective and a great value. I ended up ordering more of this type (different brand), but bit the bullet and spent another $30 each for the same thing in an approved version. I hated doing that because the Eyeson is Solas approved, which is an international standard. Ugh. Thanks again for taking the time and spending the money on a rearming kit. Gives me peace of mind.
Sorry for the delay I didn't see your comment before. You are right it is not USCG approved but I carry an approved vest type on the boat and a throw-able and that's all that is required in Texas
The blue strap is to hook the kill switch para cord. I don't know why it is on the left side since most steering is on the right but that's what it's for.
Sorry I just saw your question. I don't believe you can put the bobbin in the wrong way. as long as you fit the bobbin matching the tabs is the only way you can inserted.
Great video, I set my life jacket off by accident and your video explained everything in great detail to rearm it. I also liked your demonstration of the life jacket in use, I have a medical condition that causes me to pass out at random times if I cough too hard. It gives me some comfort knowing I might wake from a episode with the sun in my eyes!
I believe this one would be safe for you
75 year old here and 70 year plus bride returning to the water in float tubes after decades away. Sold the boat a few years ago to my brother fishing salmon in Puget Sound. All day today looking at pfd's and whistles. Made me think somebody has to work in the test department of the whistle factory. Complete answers in your profile of this vest. I searched the same name as we thought to purchase the manual only for float tubing. But disabling the automatic leaves it open for another days use aboard a fast boat. Much grateful.
Thanks. Yest leave the auto sensor off and just inflate with the pull strap or even mouth for several uses without replacing cartridge
G MAN, the best part of this video is your t-shirt! Go Boys!!! No, seriously, this was one of the best how to videos on this topic. Your cool, calm and collected voice and presentation is MONEY! I have 4 on my boat and now I am confident I can recharge when needed. Peace Brother and many thanks.
Thanks Jon. Glad I could help
Good video Gman! I will be ordering 2 of them shortly. You definitely helped me make up my mind about which vest to buy.
Glad I could help!
Thank you for your video. I just bought this and had questions about how it works. I learned all that I need to know. Get real hot in South Florida also and kayaking works up a sweat.
Thanks. I keeps me cook
Great...thanks so much.
She had to much fun pushing you in the pool!
Just bought 3 for me and my boys.
She wasn’t supposed to do that but it turned out good. I love the PFD it’s comfortable and economic
We love you video. Very informative and funny.
Thanks
Thanks for your service to the public! I bought 2 as well.
Right on!
Mahalo for the useful and thorough review! Eyson should sponsor this video!
haha thanks
Thanx Gman, I had just received one from Amazon today and then found your video !!!
Glad I could help
Great Video/review! Thank you so much.
Thanks for watching
Thanks buddy!
No problem!
Thank you so much for showing all this!!
Glad I could help
Gman Thanks for your demo. I purchased one but had no idea how to put it on. You did a great job from beginning to end. Can you wear these things in the rain? No real instructions with mine.
I have wore them fishing in the rain and it did not deployed. As long as the yellow pill does not get submerged it is fine.
Thank you for posting this. I need a pfd to fly over water and this looks good to me.
You’re welcome 😊 It works
Thank you, they don't tell you that you need to prepare the yellow ring.
Amazon sells the rearming kit which includes the yellow ring.
I got one recently. I wanted to try it before going out too. Thanks for the video Sir.
You bet
Well done. Thanks much.
Thank you too!
Excellent video. Just bought one and had a lot of questions that you answered. Just wondering where to get expired seal ring and what cylinder is required and where to purchase it. Thanks for the help!
I purchased a replacement kit on Amazon. I saw the kit on the life vest page.
What is the purpose of the blue web closed end strap??? Great video, thanks!
The blue strap is where the kill switch gets hooked on to.
I saw these online and wondered if they'd even work. Thanks for testing them out. Don't forget to put an Amazon link to the ones you bought.
Thanks. Here is the link: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01H2WJCU2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_image?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Great tutorial
Thank you! Cheers!
I just got one and it is easy to wear.But I can’t figure out what the Blue strap is for or how to use that.
The blue strap is to secure the kill switch lanyard. I know they put it on the left and most boats have the kill switch on the right but that’s what it’s for.
@@GmanfromTexas Thank you 😊. I used it this morning for then fist time in my Kayak this morning. Forgot I even had it on easy to paddle and fish with.
Thanks a lot that was very informative appreciate it good job
Glad I could help
@@GmanfromTexas Funny thing is I bought one only because I almost drowned falling out of my kayak Went to lake Sunday and forgot the vest wow
Good video, G !
Do you know, How it can be made into a Manual jacket, still inflating when you pull the cord??
You mention it, but..
If you take out the dissolving bobbin, doesn't that mean the CO2 cartridge will deploy as soon as it is installed??
If it works differently, I am confused.
Thx for any insight.
(My friend bought a Manual jacket, that deploys automatically.
That is not what she wanted. On Amazon, they all come with the Bobbin deal. Huh?)
People doing stand-up paddle boarding do not want it deployed every time it gets wet. 🤔😲
I was thinking the exact same thing this week. I’m in Miami and need a vest that does not deploy automatically for the Florida keys. I wasn’t sure if removing the bobbin does the job. I think I might do a video on that when I return to Texas
Nice review. Why isn't it approved by the US Coastguard?
I don’t really know why it is not CG certified. It uses the same air cylinders as the name brand vests. They fit me well and they are comfortable on hot days. As you saw I tried it in my pool and it worked. I did it twice to get a good video and both times worked well. My only gripe is that the kill switch lanyard loop is on the wrong side so the lanyard sits across my stomach while I drive.
Very good video. I was thinking of getting one for my autistic son to wear when we are visiting my parents cottage on a canal for safety purposes.
I think that is a great idea. The child will not be too restricted as with a full vest and the unit works, I tested it twice.
Excellent presentation 👏
Thank you! Cheers!
Amazing review!
Glad you think so!
Hello!
Awesome Video!
I learned everything there is to know about this jacket Eyson 33-A
My question is what is the blue strap that is connected to the vest do?
What is its purpose?
Sorry for the late reply. TH-cam pushed your comment into the review folder. The blue strap is to hook up the kill switch
I bought two, but i can't figure out what the blue nylon strap is for.
The blue strap is to hook it to the kill switch.
Great video, thank you. I have a couple of questions. Is the dissolving cartridge a standard component used across all brands of inflatable PFDs or are the deployment mechanisms brand specific? I ask because it weaves into my next question, where can the replacement components be purchased?
Sorry for the late reply I don't know why youtube sends some comments into a hold section. Anyway you've asked the 64K question. I have not been able to get a straight answer from many retailers about compatibility. I know that the size of the threaded cylinder has to be exact and there are about three different sizes on the market. As far as the dissolving pill goes I'm not sure. The have tabs that must match the socket where it fits into . Here is the link to the one that fits mine:
www.amazon.com/Eyson-Automatic-Inflatable-PFD-Rearming-Cartridge/dp/B07BSB5X3L/ref=pd_sim_6?pd_rd_w=ctLKy&pf_rd_p=a7700437-07cd-47eb-91c3-544e9e781b20&pf_rd_r=ZQFB468CY672T7A0RBM8&pd_rd_r=03434360-6371-490c-88ed-98897dd966a1&pd_rd_wg=3VrGV&pd_rd_i=B07BSB5X3L&th=1&psc=1
Hope this helps
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Very good video. I just bought one, so it's great to see it in action.
I was going to order more until I learned that they are not Coast Guard approved, which is something they check in my area. So I still have to carry a uscg approved pfd besides that one, but it IS legal to use. And, as you proved, it is very effective and a great value.
I ended up ordering more of this type (different brand), but bit the bullet and spent another $30 each for the same thing in an approved version.
I hated doing that because the Eyeson is Solas approved, which is an international standard. Ugh.
Thanks again for taking the time and spending the money on a rearming kit. Gives me peace of mind.
Sorry for the delay I didn't see your comment before. You are right it is not USCG approved but I carry an approved vest type on the boat and a throw-able and that's all that is required in Texas
Excellent video, I have the same jacket
Can you tell where you got the replacement cartridge? Thanks in advance.
I got the replacement cartridge from Amazon. Under the vest description there was an option for the cartridge.
Thanks Gman
You bet
What is blue strap for?
To hook it to the kill switch
What is the blue strap for?
The blue strap is to hook the kill switch para cord. I don't know why it is on the left side since most steering is on the right but that's what it's for.
Did it restrict your breathing when it was inflated ?
NO, not at all. I have tested it twice and both times it worked as it should
What happens if bobbin installed the wrong way?
Sorry I just saw your question. I don't believe you can put the bobbin in the wrong way. as long as you fit the bobbin matching the tabs is the only way you can inserted.