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Astral
Bowen Personal Flotation Device

5 out of 5 stars
9 Review
$240.00
Color:Eggplant

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Why We Like The Astral Bowen Personal Flotation Device

Ready for everything from whitewater to salt water, the Astral Bowen PFD supports our mobility and our storage needs on the water. This jacket is cut to keep our arms free for paddling and swimming, and the convenient clamshell pocket makes it easy to secure a radio or strobe and to stash our keys, sunscreen, and lip balm. The side buckles make it easy to get in and out of the PFD while also making it easy to adjust our fit for safety and comfort. While some PFDs are made for more limited uses, the versatile Bowen is intended for touring, sea kayaking, whitewater kayaking, and kayak fishing.


Details

  • Mobility meets storage in this Astral PFD
  • PFD for touring, sea, and whitewater kayaking
  • Nylon ripstop is highly abrasion resistant
  • Clamshell pocket with internal daisy chain and mesh storage
  • Reflective accents for low light visibility
  • Side buckle entry
  • Item #ASLT020
Flotation / Buoyancy
16.5lb
Tow Compatibility
none
Closure
side buckle
Pockets
1 zippered clamshell
Claimed Weight
1lb 11.2oz
Material
[face fabric] 420D x 220D nylon ripstop, [liner] 200D nylon, [foam] polyethylene
Manufacturer Warranty
lifetime
Activity
paddling
USCG Type / Level
Type III

Overall Rating

5 based on 9 ratings

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5 out of 5 stars

September 30, 2024

I wore it around the house after it arrived

I was so happy with how well the Bowen fit that I wore it around the house the day it arrived. Smart strap management, great storage, excellent fit, and it kept me afloat after I swam on Go Left on the Main Payette. All great features. I'm 6'0 tall and 190 lbs. Size M/L was perfect.

Wanzo
astraldesigns.com

Originally reviewed on astraldesigns.com

5 out of 5 stars

September 23, 2024

Bowen PFD

Super comfortable , well designed and light weight ...

Seascape Kayak Tours
astraldesigns.com

Originally reviewed on astraldesigns.com

5 out of 5 stars

August 4, 2024

Great Setup

This is a great setup, comfortable and low profile

James
astraldesigns.com

Originally reviewed on astraldesigns.com

5 out of 5 stars

July 1, 2024

Heck ya rafting.

LOVE IT! Had the Layla before this, definitely fits differently but I like the range of motion.

Kc25
astraldesigns.com

Originally reviewed on astraldesigns.com

5 out of 5 stars

June 27, 2024

Perfect Side-Entry, Lightweight, High-Quality PFD

I've been waiting years for a lightweight yet super-high quality side-entry PFD with loads of flotation.... and finally, here it is. This is an awesome product. The clam shell pocket is unreal stash for anything you need handy. I use mine primarily on long coastal SUP expeditions, and any extra weight can add back strain with the repeated hip hinge of paddling, but I almost didn't notice I was wearing this jacket. Very comfortable. Usual bomb proof Astral build. Highly recommended.

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bruce
astraldesigns.com

Originally reviewed on astraldesigns.com

5 out of 5 stars

June 11, 2024

Strongly recommend

Comfortable, practical, affordable. Best life jacket on market for those getting into the sport!

Ryder Pond
astraldesigns.com

Originally reviewed on astraldesigns.com

5 out of 5 stars

April 3, 2024

My pfd

As the owner of three pfd’s this is the favorite but all are 5 star Astral brand !

Nancy
astraldesigns.com

Originally reviewed on astraldesigns.com

5 out of 5 stars

March 6, 2024

love this eggplant beauty

Love this PFD, I have been waiting forever for them to make another eggplant PFD besides the layla and I bought this one the say it came out. I love the clam shell and the hand warmers.

Marinarasauce25
astraldesigns.com

Originally reviewed on astraldesigns.com

5 out of 5 stars

January 25, 2024

Perfect for light and fast missions

Just did a self support kayak trip down the Grand Canyon and found this online before I went. It was the perfect life jacket for the long days in there. Lightweight + full range of motion was a must. Big clamshell pocket held my camera, snacks and safety gear easily. Plus there's these cool velcro bits on the ends of the straps which help keep things out of your way. Was really impressed with this PFD! Will be wearing it more and more on any light and fast mission I go on.

G Canyon Kayaker
astraldesigns.com

Originally reviewed on astraldesigns.com