"jwh" wrote in message
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I've got a problem with my legs that makes wading a little unstable a
times. I use a wading stick for stability but sometimes I am concerned
about falling. I have read about the small Mustang (or similar) vests
that inflate if you get submereged. I was thinking about one for that
just in case moment. They look like they would not interfere with
casting.
The water that I wade is not too deep ore fast but has some holes etc
like most rivers in Michigan. Anyone used one of these vests for
wading or any other thoughts?

As a wading vest, you want a manual not automatic inflate model. I have a
West Marine auto inflate I wear on my boat. Is very comfortable and does
not hinder arm movement at all. The reason for a maunal inflate, and the
inflation handle is large, is that wading you will get the bottom wet and
most likely auto inflate when not wanted. DO NOT WEAR THE VEST UNDER A
JACKET!!. People die that way. Inflates and chokes you. and tangles in the
overcoat.