PFD with a Wetsuit?

[DZ]

Interesting how the dynamics of wetsuiting has changed. Not so long ago a suit was used to get to that perch that was just beyond reach with waders. Thanks to that gutsy skisher man out in Montauk guys now routinely swim a long way to offshore rocks. I call them "wanna be a boat". Know your limits - I don't feel comfortable when there is an expanse of deep water to the next rock - if I have to swim forget it. Like Pete mentioned in a past thread on the topic - the CG may be called in for a rescue or worse yet - a recovery - just a matter of time. If you have second thoughts - DON'T do it.

DZ

[eastendlu]

Originally Posted by DZ

Interesting how the dynamics of wetsuiting has changed. Not so long ago a suit was used to get to that perch that was just beyond reach with waders. Thanks to that gutsy skisher man out in Montauk guys now routinely swim a long way to offshore rocks. I call them "wanna be a boat". Know your limits - I don't feel comfortable when there is an expanse of deep water to the next rock - if I have to swim forget it. Like Pete mentioned in a past thread on the topic - the CG may be called in for a rescue or worse yet - a recovery - just a matter of time. If you have second thoughts - DON'T do it.

DZ

I have a boat and use a kayak but i love to fish from the surf skishing and swimming out to rocks are two different things.I agree know your limitations and let common sense prevail.When i'm to old to do this anymore i want to sit back and say to myself hell that was one hell of a ride.Tight lines...

[GonnaCatchABig1]

in my endless search for stuff to keep me dry.. i found some nice pfds. they look like typical fishing vests with all the pockets. but are class 2 pfds. only around $60 i'm sure there are more like em out there. i don't see how any guys who swim for rocks could see them as a bad idea. increased safety and functionality.