Integrated Throwbags
At Astral we believe that paddlers should carry a rope at all times. Make this your motto with our integrated Throwbags that fit in or behind the front pocket of many of our jackets. Choose from Polypro for basic swimmer rescues or Spectra where more complex mechanical advantage systems are required. These bags are always with you, even if your boat is not. Working Load: Polypro 550 lbs, Spectra 1800 lbs
Webtoe
A 6ft Spectra tow strap equipped with a PaddleBiner. This system safely packs into the side pocket of our rescue vests so it is accessible but not dangling in the river where it could become tangled.

Knife Park

Quick access lash tab is sufficient for attachment of a knife or a VHF Radio.

Flotection

The foam wraps around the sides of your torso and also along your spine. In our Rescue models it's further enhanced with a thin layer of plastic.

Tectonic

Separate foam panels for upper and lower torso allow the greateast mobility ever in a PFD.

Women

Shorter Torso Height, sculpted chest, and sculpted foam makes a great fit for women.

Rope Ready

"Carry a rope at all times". Astral makes this most basic safety rule an easy reality by designing pockets specifically for our rope systems.

Towing Rescue

We specifically designed this pocket for our 6 foot Spectra Web Tow, Our "system" allows immediate access to the Web Tow within a totally encapuslated pocket.

Spectra Safety Loop

Integrated to the jackets internal frame, the spectra safety loop provides a super strong and easy to find attachment point.

Torso length adjustment

Customize the torso length of your PFD while simultaneously reducing ride-up with our front adjustment straps.

Reinforced Shoulder

Integrate with chest harness to provide 1100 lbs strength.

Back Band

Of 7 inch elastic for mid-back comfort.

greenJacket LE

Whitewater, Rescue

This installment, Dark Water, was created by Astral in-house designer Kris Northern and assembled by our staff in the Asheville mothership. Dark Water also represents our first LE featuring the new 2011 Greenjacket enhancements including a new and improved front pocket with pull tab, updated side pockets, and our easy access front knife sleeve The LE5 features several breaking waves in grey threaded embroidery on black cordura. The style of the waves is based on Kris’ interest in Tibetan thangka artwork. The back features additional embroidery of a waterfall and a few rock outcroppings as well as our iconic Wave Harvester on the side wing. This jacket is tentatively scheduled to start shipping on July 25th.
Alternate Views Colors
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Features
Technical Info
  • Ingredients
  • Buoyancy
  • Sizing
  • Outer Shell: 500 Denier Cordura Nylon
    Lining: 200 Denier Nylon
    Hardware: Marine Grade Acetal Buckles
    Webbing: Nylon
  • At time of manufacture this jacket provides a minimum of 15.5 lbs of buoyancy. All buoyancy is provided by PVC-Free Gaia ergonomically shaped by hand. US Coast Guard approved Type V PFD
  • The Greenjacket is a great fit for both men and women. (measured in inches at widest torso circumference)
    Small/Medium
    31-37"
    Medium/Large
    38-44"
    Large/Extra Large
    45-51"