Nookie NKE Centre Vest Buoyancy Aid
This over the head, entry level buoyancy aid vest is exceptionally easy to fit with 6 points of adjustment. Colour coded shoulder & waist webbing to indicate size. Available in 4 sizes with floatation from 50N to 75N, UKCA & CE (EU) ISO 12402-5:2020 approved. Made with tough 500D Nylon Cordura® with environmentally friendly non PVC Gaia® foam this buoyancy aid is built to last.
| Size | Waist | Chest | Weight | Newtons | App. Age Guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior | 19″-27″ 50cm – 70cm |
23.5″ – 33″ 60cm – 84cm |
30KG-50KG 66LB-110LB |
50N | 6-12 years old |
| SM | 24″-40″ 60cm-101cm |
33″-42″ 84cm-107cm |
40KG-70KG 88LB-154LB |
65N | |
| LXL | 32″-47″ 81cm-120cm |
42″-47″ 107cm-120cm |
70+KG 154+LB |
75N | |
| XXL | 43″-52″ 110cm-132cm |
47″-50″ 120cm- 127cm |
70+KG 154+LB |
75N |
This addition to the Nookie NKE range has been developed in association with professional outdoor activity providers due to popular demand. The high floatation hinged ergonomic foam is comfortable and held in place with 6 points of webbing adjustment to offer a secure fit.
Built to last, this durable buoyancy aid is made from 500D Nylon Cordura® & environmentally friendly non-PVC Gaia® foam with strong bar-tack reinforcement at critical points. Every single component has been chosen for its toughness and durability in a continuous hard-use environment.
Colour coded shoulder and waist webbing make this easy to identify the size, especially useful in a busy outdoor activity centre. The padded shoulder adjustments are smooth and designed using a clever system - the webbing adjusts using one continuous length so the shoulder strap remains in place as a fail-safe back-up. The lower waist belt offers a 'contact fit' to the wearer and is now even easier to adjust with two pull-forward straps. The NKE Centre Vest Buoyancy Aid has a UKCA & CE (EU) ISO 12402-5:2020 Certification with over 50N of approved buoyancy on all sizes.
To minimise plastic packaging, the NKE buoyancy aids are not individually wrapped in plastic bags. To ensure product protection they are now wrapped in one bag (per box of 10) which can then be re-used as a bin liner for your beach/river clean (beach/river clean reminder stamped on the bag).
Shoulder & waist webbing colour coded to indicate size.
Over the head vest style PFD with soft, hinged articulated environmentally friendly non-PVC Gaia® foam.
6 points of shoulder and waist adjustment for excellent fit.
25mm ‘contact fit ‘ lower waist belt with 2 pull-forward adjusters at the side.
38mm centre waist belt for secure fit with no ride up.
38mm ‘fail-safe’ webbing shoulders with retractable ‘no bunching’ smooth adjustment.
Hard-Wearing 500D Nylon Cordura® shell with smooth nylon lining.
Double bar-tack reinforced on all critical seams.
Shoulder pads with neoprene lining.
High visibility retro-reflective piping.
High floatation PVC foam. Junior >50N, SM >65N, LXL >75N, XXL >75N.
UKCA & CE (EU) ISO 12402-5:2020 Certification.
Rinse all products thoroughly in clean fresh water after every use. Salt, bacteria, grit and sunscreen will degrade fabrics, seals and lines over time if left unchecked.
Air dry away from direct sunlight and heat sources. UV and extreme temperatures damage technical membranes, neoprene, latex seals and polypropylene. Never tumble dry, leave on a radiator, or dry in a car on a hot day.
Don't put products away damp — mould, mildew and delamination follow.
Store loosely in a cool, dry place away from sunlight, oils, fuels and chemicals. Don't compress or crease zips.
Keep zips clean, lubricated and straight. Never force or fold them sharply — zip damage is expensive and not covered by warranty.
Inspect regularly, especially load-bearing items like throwlines. Run rope through your hands before use and look for any wear, inconsistency or damage.
