Thank you for this, it was so helpful. Websites don't seem to show the pockets, so this was great to see. Also comparing it to other ones.
@AlexBarham2 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome!
@opwave792 жыл бұрын
Excellent review. Very helpful pointers. Looks like a great PFD for someone who doesn’t need to carry a ton of stuff on their person when they’re out paddling. Thanks!
@AlexBarham2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@TheOfficialDOP3 жыл бұрын
Your reviews are very informative. I currently have the kokotat Maximus but I’m definitely going to pick up a ninja as well based on how much more freedom I see in the arm/shoulder area which appears to give a better range of motion when paddling.
@AlexBarham3 жыл бұрын
Awesome! It will definitely be a much better experience than a rescue vest for play and low key river running. Thanks for the kind words!
@rachelsouth693 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thanks for that!! It helped me make my decision to purchase the ninja!!
@AlexBarham3 жыл бұрын
Oh awesome! Hope you enjoy it Rachel! Don't be afraid to trim the straps down once you get a sense of how much you really need
@AVERT-4 жыл бұрын
Mine should be in tomorrow! I'm so pumped I'm new to kayaking and honestly bought the Ninja on your recommendation in this video
@AlexBarham4 жыл бұрын
That's super cool to hear, thanks Andrew! Don't be shocked if you fit it standing up and then realize it is all wrong when you are in a boat with a skirt on and have to start all over. I re-fit PFDs based on if I am rafting, kayaking, floating with a beer at the takeout.......
@AVERT-4 жыл бұрын
@@AlexBarham cool thanks ! The skirt is coming in on the 4th two days before my birthday! I bought the best drylander saw a few neg reviews but the way the person talked about it I feel like they didn't even own one 😂
@nickfowler4756 Жыл бұрын
Excellent review! Thank you! Is the pocket that zips up for your stuff waterproof?
@AlexBarham Жыл бұрын
It is not. I am not aware of any pfd that has a waterproof pocket. I imagine if it did the price would be outrageous.
@BrianMorelli142 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the review. I do a lot of multi-day river canoeing and kayaking, camping on sandbars etc. Usually class I and II rivers. I was looking at the ninja as a PFD upgrade, but in your review, if I understand the term "creeking," it sounded like you might recommend the Zen for what i do. Do I have that right?
@AlexBarham Жыл бұрын
For you it would come down to the amount of flotation, and the size/amount of pocket storage. The Zen has much more of both
@mcuch42532 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@AlexBarham2 жыл бұрын
Sure thing!
@kentwilliams13 Жыл бұрын
Hey, do you just leave your cell phone unprotected in the clam shell? If so any issues? Assume it is something like an IPhone 13 Pro?
@AlexBarham Жыл бұрын
Other than a waterproof case I don't do anything but toss it in a zip it closed.
@babyyoda6771 Жыл бұрын
Any idea if that pocket will hold an iPhone max?
@AlexBarham Жыл бұрын
I don't think anyone makes a clam shell big enough, but if you buy an NRS Zen there is an inner pocket it would fit in
@ryanpotochnik13743 жыл бұрын
Hey buddy question whats your favorite kokatat PFD or do you not use them?
@AlexBarham3 жыл бұрын
I paddle for NRS. Before that I tried to try the Kokatat rescue vest they gave us to demo and I just said no at the put in. Think it is still hanging in the office brand new
@ChristelVinot3 жыл бұрын
dang I didn't get to see the back of it once... I gotta see the back
@AlexBarham3 жыл бұрын
My bad! The back is very simple. It is a thinner foam than the front with no pocket.
@ChristelVinot3 жыл бұрын
@@AlexBarham I ended up getting an NRS Cvest for the high back
@AlexBarham3 жыл бұрын
Enjoy it!
@ChristelVinot3 жыл бұрын
@@AlexBarham thanks lol
@grantgray17593 жыл бұрын
Will this keep me afloat? I'll be kayaking in calm lakes.
@AlexBarham3 жыл бұрын
Yes. It is coast guard rated and totally safe
@matthammer32894 жыл бұрын
How long have you been with nrs?
@AlexBarham4 жыл бұрын
I think I am going into my 6th season. In any case I won't be going anywhere any time soon. Everyone I have met that makes it happen behind the scenes at NRS has been wonderful to work with, and they have become my friends. Still a great company by paddlers for paddlers that's working to put out excellent gear that is affordable without sacrificing durability that I am proud to represent.
@matthammer32894 жыл бұрын
@@AlexBarham How do you come across an opportunity with nrs?
@AlexBarham4 жыл бұрын
Everyone's path is different, but most will not lead to a sponsorship. Best thing you can do is get involved with your local community and help grow the sport. Find your own way to make the biggest positive impact. Here's something I put together on this last year : kzbin.info/www/bejne/gmqoeWl9aseKhMk