What does NRS gear stand for?

NRS – Northwest River Supply. Since the day it shipped off the first “purpose-built dry bag” for boaters back in 1974, the NRS name has stood for rugged, user-focused paddling equipment built to the standards of professional outfitters and guides.

What is Type V lifejacket?

Type V PFDs are special use jackets ranging from 15.5 to 22 lbs of buoyancy. They are optimized for their activity such as kayak rescue vests, sailing harnesses or deck suits. Commercial guest PFDs have a neck pillow to help keep the head above water, making those PFDs Type V.

Who owns Northwest River Supply?

Bill Parks
In 1972, with only $2,000 in his personal savings, Bill Parks started Northwest River Supplies with one mission: to help others raft. 42 years later, Bill sold NRS to its employees. Today, the 100\% employee-owned business strives to continue Bill’s legacy helping people pursue passions on the water.

Are Type 5 PFD Coast Guard approved?

A Type V PFD must be Coast Guard approved. It is a restricted device that is acceptable only when the wearer is engaged in the activity for which the device is intended. Some restricted PFDs must be worn to be acceptable.

What does USCG Type III mean?

TYPE III PFDS / FLOTATION AIDS: For general boating or the specialized activity that is marked on the device such as water skiing, hunting, fishing, canoeing, kayaking and others. Good for calm, inland waters, or where there is a good chance for fast rescue.

What are NRS rafts made of?

Boat makers use two general types of coated materials: synthetic rubber, such as NRS’s Pennel Orca® (Hypalon® or neoprene), or plastic polymers (PVC or urethane) in their inflatables. If you can see both sides of the material—from a tear, loose seam or by removing a valve—you should be able to tell.

What does Coast Guard approved mean?

“APPROVED…” As required by Coast Guard regulations, this is the “approved use” section. It must include the boat sizes on which this life jacket may be used and the weight (more than 90 lbs.) of the person for which the life jacket is designed. The “ML” is the stamp of the manufacturer”s inspector.