Snowmobile floatation suits

[The_King]

Anybody wear these??   What are they like and what do they cost?

[RSQCAL]

I've seen or used several variations of these suits while working with several different Ice & Cold Water Rescue units.
Several different types are used by shore crews as a safety matter. There are 2 main manufactures out there with quality products. They are fairly comfortable to wear and work in but can be a bit pricey. Here are the manufacturers, style and prices I got from our present supplier.

Sterns: Suits: $320
          Parka: $160
          Jacket: $ 135

Mustang Survival: Suits: $325
                        Parka: $126
                        Jacket: $135

These are just an idea of prices, alot is based on the extra you can get like d-rings, extra pockets, ect., and sizes.
Hope this helps.  

[The_King]

Thank you.   I would like to try one and see how bulky or comfortable they are. You dont pay that kind of money without seeing it first.  

Thanks again

[Colt]

You might be able to try ebay for one of these.  A couple of us just picked up what the auction called "US NAVY SUBMARINE DECK EXPOSURE SUIT".  They were $65 ($50 plus $15 shipping).  They were also used, but in very good condition.  I wore mine at Sodus Bay this year when it was about zero degrees and 30 mph winds and was warm all day.

[The_King]

Thanks, I did not think of ebay!!