Whitewater athletes continue to push the sport on larger volumes and higher flows. With 22 lbs of flotation sculpted into Astral's industry-leading FoamTectonics™ architecture, the Indus™ is the world's first freestyle-inspired high-float life jacket — a 33% increase in flotation over the legendary GreenJacket™ for those drawn to big water. Technical Specifications Intended Use: Whitewater, Touring, SUP Entry: Pullover Foam Insert: PVC-free Gaia® foam / Recyclable polyethylene foam Shell Fabric: 500D Cordura® nylon canvas Liner Fabric: 200D high-tenacity nylon Webbing: Nylon Zipper: YKK® auto-locking Vislon® Hardware: Heavy-duty acetal / Stainless steel Weight: 3.0 lbs (48 oz / 1,365 g) Sizing: S/M = 31–37" · M/L = 38–44" · L/XL = 45–51" Buoyancy: 22 lbs Approval: USCG Type V Features High Float™ — 22 lbs of buoyancy for high flows (33% more than the GreenJacket™) FoamTectonics™ — Freestyle-inspired two-panel architecture for maximum mobility Low-Profile Pocket — Prioritizes buoyancy while improving foot and ground visibility Quick-Release Rescue Harness — Swiftwater rescue training required Reinforced Shoulders — Integrated chest harness rated to 1,100 lbs Torso Fit Adjustment™ — Dial in fit without straps near your face Flotection™ — Back impact protection Web Toe™ Storage — Side pocket or front quick-release tab access Rope Ready™ — Secure throw rope storage behind front panel Quick Knife Access — Exterior tab + leashed knife pocket "Modern PFDs have to balance function, fit, and style. The Indus™ puts function first by significantly increasing flotation without compromising comfort or fit. This is an important consideration for the whitewater industry as more and more paddlers take on huge-volume whitewater. More flotation for safer progression in the sport." — Benny Marr
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