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Astral Loyak Men’s Self Draining Shoe

Cassie Przybylski — Wed, 21 Feb 2024 18:45:49 +0000

A low volume, high performance shoe providing durability, superlative grip, and supreme comfort on water or land. The self-draining, Flex-Gripoutsole promotes excellent balance and ground feel. Indestructible, hydrophobic canvas uppers are securely held to your feet with a stretch mesh tongue and flat laces provide a reliable fit.

Features: Intended Use: Water, Casual, Boat, Travel; Two sets (different colors) of flat, water resistant laces provided; Sizes: Men’s US 8-14 (Whole sizes only); True to size (For half size, size up)

Specifications: Weight: Men's 9 = 209g (7.376 oz); Upper: Hydrophobic Canvas for durability with stretchy Airmesh at vamp and tongue for secure fit and ventilation; Midsole: 7mm thick, 45C closed cell EVA foam; Outsole: Flex-Grip is non-marking, draining, super flexible, razor siped , and has 3 mm lugs; Foot to Ground Distance: 12mm heel, 11mm ball

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Astral PFD Sandal Men’s Shoe

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 17:08:47 +0000

The PFD Sandal combines the secure and adjustable fit of Astral’s award-winning life jackets with the Balanced Geometry and legendary G Rubber grip of Astral's world renowned Loyak water shoes. A purpose-built Thwart Pad provides comfort while wedging under raft thwarts, and allows the PFD Sandal to be cinched tight to run, jump, swim and climb in and around the river.

Features: Intended Use: Water, Casual, Boat, Travel; Fit: True to size (for half size, size up)

Specifications: Weight: M9 = 8 oz (227 g); Upper: 100% recycled polyester canvas; Midsole: 75C closed cell EVA foam (13 mm thick); Outsole: Flex Grip outsole with G.ss Rubber; Foot to Ground Distance: 16mm

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Astral Ceiba Personal Flotation Device

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 17:13:17 +0000

The most comfortable lifejacket Astral makes also happens to be the most environmentally friendly PFD made today. The shell is made from bluesign® certified 100% recycled polyester

Features: Intended Use: Whitewater / Touring / Canoeing / Sailing; Articulating, sculpted foam ensures a comfortable fit; PVC-free construction; 9 points of adjustment; Fleece lined pockets

Specifications: Weight: 2.14 lbs / 34.24 oz; Profile: Medium; Entry: Center Front Zip; US Coast Guard Type: III; Floatation: 17.4lbs

Sizing: XS/M: 31 – 37 in; L/XL: 38-44 in; XL/XXL: 45 – 51 in

Materials: Organic Kapok and PE Foam; bluesign® approved, 100% Recycled, 300D Diamond RPET; 200 Denier High Tenacity Nylon; YKK® Self Locking Vislon Teeth; Hardware: Heavy Duty Acetal

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Astral 6ft Web Tow

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 17:25:16 +0000

A 6 ft. Spectra® tow strap equipped with a locking carabiner. This system safely packs into the side pocket of our rescue vests, making it easily accessible but not dangerously hanging where it could get caught on logs and such.

Features: Made for rescue: Versatile rescue tool that can be used to tow people and gear to safety; Durable: Tough Spectra tow strap equipped with a secure locking carabiner; Compatible: Packs away into the side pocket of Astral rescue life jackets; Accessible: The tow strap is easily accessible without getting in the way or getting caught on anything

Specifications: Weight: 6.4 oz; Dimensions: 6 ft x 1 in; Materials: Spectra Webbing, Metal Ring and Caribiner

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Astral E-Linda PFD with Recycled Foam

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 16:37:20 +0000

This PFD features the world's first Coast Guard approved 100% recycled fabric shell. Designed for maximum comfort and usability, the E-Linda offers a highly functional pocket layout and incorporates industry first technologies Thin-Vent Back design and bluesign® certified 100% recycled polyester shell. Look good, be safe, and reduce your environmental impact with this life vest.

Features: Thin-Vent back provides excellent air flow and comfort for all seat types; Two expanding front pockets offer ample storage; Mesh liner provides next to skin comfort; Articulating, sculpted foam ensures a comfortable fit; PVC-free construction

Specifications: Best Use: Rec, Touring, Fishing; Weight: 1.02 Lbs; Profile: Medium; Entry: Center Front Zip; US Coast Guard Type: III; Floataion: 16 lbs

Materials: Gaia® + Recyclable PE Foam; bluesign® approved, 100% Recycled, 300D Diamond RPET; 200 Denier High Tenacity Nylon; Polypro; YKK® Self Locking Vislon Teeth; Heavy Duty Acetal

Sizing: S/M: 31 -37 in; M/L: 38 – 44 in; L/XL: 45 – 51 in

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Astral Sturgeon Fishing PFD

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 20:43:23 +0000

Most fishing PFD's have more pockets than needed. That confusing moment of what is where is gone with the Astral Sturgen PFD. Consolidation is key for this highly streamlined, yet very organizable PFD that is obstacle free for using your fishing rod.

Features: Thin-Vent back provides excellent air flow and comfort for all seat types; One obstacle free center chest pocket; Padded shoulders and strap garages feature reflective trim to improve visibility; Mesh liner provides next to skin comfort; Articulating, sculpted foam ensures a comfortable fit; PVC-free construction

Specifications: Weight: 1.63 lbs; Profile: Medium; Entry: 1/4 Zip; US Coast Guard Type: III; Flotation: 16 lbs

Sizing (Chest, Inches): S/M 31″-37″; M/L 38″-44″; L/XL 45″-51″

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