Description

The Old Town Lure II Angler PFD is a high-back, performance life jacket / personal flotation device (PFD) designed specifically for kayak anglers. It blends flotation, comfort, storage, and durability, aimed at people who spend long hours fishing from a kayak, especially with tall, supportive seats. It’s USCG Type III certified for boating safety.

Design Features & Comfort

• High-Back Construction: The back is cut higher than on standard PFDs. This helps reduce interference with tall kayak seats (so your back leans comfortably into the kayak’s seat back without the PFD bunching up or riding up).

• AirComfort System: This feature / design element allows for more airflow / ventilation — helpful on hot days so the PFD doesn’t become oppressive or sweaty.

• Shoulder Straps: They are perforated neoprene wrapped in mesh — padded lightly for comfort but made to avoid restricting airflow. This helps reduce chafing / discomfort when casting or paddling.

• Durability: Ripstop nylon shell helps resist tears; reinforced tabs (like Hypalon) and D-rings are in key locations to handle gear attachment repeatedly.

Use & Fit Considerations

• Because it has many pockets and more flotation material, it’s slightly more bulky than minimalist PFDs. Good balance must be struck: you’ll get storage and comfort versus a bit more weight. Users report it’s comfortable but not “feather-light.”

• Fit matters a lot: proper sizing ensures the high-back works well with your kayak seat. If it’s too large, straps might flap; too small, it may ride up or restrict movement.

• Designed mainly for fishing from kayaks; for other uses (speed boating, rafting), ensure the PFD suits that context, but this is optimized for kayak anglers.

Summary

The Old Town Lure II Angler PFD is a high-quality, feature-rich life jacket tailored for kayak anglers. Its combination of high-back design, robust storage, comfortable shoulder construction, durable materials, and safety certification make it a top choice if you fish often and value comfort. While it comes with more bulk and a higher price, for regular users the trade-offs are worth it.