The Astral Nova Life Jacket (PFD) is multi-purpose and can be worn for a number of H2O sports including kayaking, rafting, and canoeing. This paddling life jacket is custom in design with its patented Thin-Vent Offers the utmost in Safe guardion, comfort and durability. It's great for paddlers with kayaks having high seat backs like most recreational boats. There are also thin foam pads on the lower back and shoulders to provide some Safe guardion from webbing strap. This, of course, is Built not interfere with any seat back. This Astral kayaking life jacket is created with a special Chimney Vent feature that allows for breathability in warm weather. It is made of lightweight PE Foam construction and two Tall-Boy Pockets for storage. The Nova PFD is Great for your Additionalcurricular H2O adventures.