Personal Watercraft Insurance, Difference Between CGA Life Jackets and Competition Vest
US Coast Guard Approved vs Competition Vests
The difference between US Coast Guard approved (CGA) life jackets and competition vests is simple yet hugely important: CGA life jackets are guaranteed to keep you afloat, and comp vests are not.
CGA life jackets meet official standards for both buoyancy and impact protection, and in many states, a Type I, II, III or V life jacket is required for every passenger in your vessel.
As their name suggests, competition vests are designed for the controlled contest environment, and their sleek, low-profile design offers enhanced mobility but does not meet official flotation standards.
