A standard AK-1 near shore vest can become saturated after only a few hours in the water. If you"re offshore fishing, racing, or cruising, Type I commercial vests are for you. Vinyl inserts protect the foam filling in these vest. Reflective tape on shoulders. USCG approved Type I. Available in adult and children. Comes in International orange. 22 pounds buoyancy. Holds uncontious wearer"s face out of the water.