Astral - Green Jacket PFD

The Astral GreenJacket™ Rescue PFD is the industry standard for whitewater rescue vests, trusted by professional river guides, expedition paddlers, and rescue teams around the world. Tested in some of the planet’s most demanding river environments, the GreenJacket continues to set the benchmark for comfort, mobility, storage, and rescue performance.

Designed with a secure pullover entry and Astral’s Foam Tectonics™ construction, the GreenJacket moves naturally with your body while staying locked in place through powerful currents and challenging swims. Durable 500D Cordura® fabric and PVC-free Gaia® foam provide long-lasting protection and flotation while maintaining the mobility paddlers need on the water.

The GreenJacket is packed with thoughtful rescue features, including Astral’s Clamshell Pocket™ for organized gear storage, Web-Toe™ storage, and Rope Ready™ throw rope storage behind the front panel. A quick-release rescue harness and reinforced shoulders deliver the strength and security required for professional rescue situations.

For paddlers and guides who demand dependable gear, the GreenJacket remains the gold standard in rescue PFDs.

Swiftwater rescue training required.

Key Features:

• Industry-leading rescue PFD trusted by guides and professional paddlers

• Foam Tectonics™ construction for unrestricted mobility and secure fit

• Clamshell Pocket™ with multiple compartments for organized gear storage

• Quick Release Rescue Harness for professional rescue scenarios

• Reinforced shoulders integrated with chest harness for up to 1,100 lbs of strength

• Torso Fit Adjustment™ allows precise fit without straps near the face

• Flotection™ panels help protect ribs and back from impacts

• Web-Toe™ storage with quick-access deployment

• Rope Ready™ storage for throw rope behind front panel

• Quick access knife tab for essential rescue tools

• Pullover entry design for a secure, stable fit

Construction:

• Foam: PVC-free Gaia® foam with polyethylene inserts

• Shell Fabric: 500D Cordura® nylon canvas

• Liner: 200D high-tenacity nylon

• Zipper: YKK® auto-locking Vislon®

• Hardware: Heavy-duty acetal adjustment hardware with stainless steel components

• Weight: 2.9 lbs (46 oz / 1315 g)

Intended Use:

Whitewater • Rescue • Sea Kayaking • SUP • Rafting

Safety Certification:

• USCG Type V Approved

• Design Buoyancy: 16.5 lbs

Sizing:

• S/M: 31" – 37" chest

• M/L: 38" – 44" chest

• L/XL: 45" – 51" chest