New York State has a mandatory life jacket law for all persons on boats under 21-feet, between November 1st and May 1st. When my dad recently asked a neighbor how much good a life jacket would do in ...

Looking to stay safe on the water without sacrificing comfort and performance? Our expert paddlers tested over a dozen of the best life jackets for paddle boarding to help you find the right one.

Even if you’re a strong swimmer, when you’re engaged in any activity on the water, you need to be wearing a life jacket. Unfortunately, many people don’t wear their foam-filled life jacket. Studies ...

WATERSPORTS — With their small, comfortable size, inflatable life jackets make it easy and convenient for boater to wear a PFD while on or around the water. But these self-inflating vests require a ...

Bulletproof vests are great if you happen to get shot, but what happens if you get shot on a boat and fall overboard or have to dive into choppy waters to escape a fire? Well, hopefully you're wearing ...

Though not a powerful swimmer, Tyrone Fabroa loved the water and enjoyed being out on it, the cool wind in his hair and the sun on his back, relatives said. The 35-year-old manager of the Pagliacci ...