Topic: NRS Chinook PFD (Read 4329 times)

March 06, 2019, 09:35:35 AM

Thinking about getting a new PFD to replace my Stohlquist, and read lots of good things about the NRS Chinook. Any difference between the "Chinook" and the "Chinook OS"? One extra pocket and $20 more is all that I can see...

https://www.outdoorplay.com/nrs-chinook-fishing-kayak-lifejacket-pfd

https://www.outdoorplay.com/nrs-fishing-lifejacket-pfd

March 06, 2019, 09:42:30 AM #1

I would go with the cheaper one between the two. $20 is a lot considering they are very similar.

March 06, 2019, 09:45:56 AM #2

I think the Chinook is a nice PFD, I owned one. One thing I don't like much about the chinook are the pockets.

Then I got this http://www.stohlquist.com/life-jackets/fishing-pfds/keeper.html
This is a nicer overall PFD. The back foam is soft like memory foam.
It even has hand warmer pocket. I use that a lot.

March 06, 2019, 12:18:43 PM #3

The OS(off shore) was designed for the salt angler. One deference is a pocket just for a radio. Not sure of the other differences. I just received a new OS in the mail from Outdoor Play at 20% off. Code "MAX20".

I liked the original, and it is available if you are interested.

March 06, 2019, 12:28:10 PM #4

Quote from: Chet on March 06, 2019, 09:45:56 AM

I think the Chinook is a nice PFD, I owned one. One thing I don't like much about the chinook are the pockets.

Then I got this http://www.stohlquist.com/life-jackets/fishing-pfds/keeper.html
This is a nicer overall PFD. The back foam is soft like memory foam.
It even has hand warmer pocket. I use that a lot.

Thats what I use and love it.

March 06, 2019, 12:33:12 PM #5

I like the Chinook pfd. I've been using it for years. Comfortable and works well

March 06, 2019, 12:58:56 PM #6

The new OS does look nice with the radio pocket. Might have to check it out.

March 06, 2019, 01:16:51 PM #7

I got the NRS chinook 20% off as stated above. If the VHF pocket is a deal breaker, consider using the VHF clip and attach the VHF it to the shoulder strap. That's what I did. Its out of the way and still accessible if needed.

March 06, 2019, 01:40:35 PM #8

Thanks for all of the info.

That Stohlquist Keeper looks sweet. I've got the Stohlquist Fisherman now, and the thing I don't like is the padding on the back. Looks like that aspect is much nicer on the Keeper...

March 06, 2019, 01:42:55 PM #9

I really like my (3) astral ronny fisher pfds.

March 07, 2019, 02:21:44 PM #10

Anyone have experience with the Cabela's Deluxe Thin-Back PFD? Looks to be mostly the same as the Stohlquist Keeper, and it's only $89.99 instead of $149.99.

https://www.cabelas.com/product/STOHLQUIST-GRAY-DLX-THIN-BACK-PFD/2645663.uts

March 07, 2019, 03:51:09 PM #11

Quote from: dangalang on March 07, 2019, 02:21:44 PM

Anyone have experience with the Cabela's Deluxe Thin-Back PFD? Looks to be mostly the same as the Stohlquist Keeper, and it's only $89.99 instead of $149.99.

https://www.cabelas.com/product/STOHLQUIST-GRAY-DLX-THIN-BACK-PFD/2645663.uts

I do I do.

I bought one and returned. The memory foam effect was not there. It uses a 2nd tier foam.
I really think Stohlquist make it exclusively for Cabela for lower cost. It's a decent PFD for the price. I would rate the overall craftmanship is lower than the Chinook and Keeper.

March 07, 2019, 04:14:20 PM #12

Quote from: Chet on March 07, 2019, 03:51:09 PM

I do I do.

I bought one and returned. The memory foam effect was not there. It uses a 2nd tier foam.
I really think Stohlquist make it exclusively for Cabela for lower cost. It's a decent PFD for the price. I would rate the overall craftmanship is lower than the Chinook and Keeper.

Thanks Chet, that was the insight I was looking for!

March 07, 2019, 09:30:20 PM #13

Quote from: dangalang on March 07, 2019, 02:21:44 PM

Anyone have experience with the Cabela's Deluxe Thin-Back PFD? Looks to be mostly the same as the Stohlquist Keeper, and it's only $89.99 instead of $149.99.

With 15% off coupon from ACK, Keeper is $127, no tax, free shipping...

March 08, 2019, 08:35:15 AM #14

Quote from: NowhereMan on March 07, 2019, 09:30:20 PM

With 15% off coupon from ACK, Keeper is $127, no tax, free shipping...

Good idea, thanks!

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