Kokatat Bahia Tour PFD - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Fish Taco · 02-25-2014, 10:45 PM

I've had this same PFD now for a little over 2 years... I researched PFDs extensively before deciding on this one. I really like it... It's not perfect however... (not sure there is a perfect PFD out there just yet)

My biggest complaint is that the pocket/sleeve on the front will not fit my Standard Horizion HX851 VHF radio... it's too small. So I have to clip it on the strap near my neck... and it's very inconvenient and in the way.

It would be nice if Kokatat expanded on this PFD and made one specifically for the kayak fisherman... but I suppose that is dreaming as they seem to be more focused on white water kayaking and paddling. But a few enclosed coiled zinger attachments would be nice on each side (so as to attach a few small tools), and a better place to store ones pliers.

Still think it is one of the best made PFDs out there though. Just my 2 cents!

buddha · 03-01-2014, 02:00 PM

Well I ended up getting the Kokatat Bahia Tour but after trying it on it was way too bulky for me and I returned it.

I ended up getting the Kokatat MsFit Tour Life Jacket - PFD as it is a lot less bulky especially in the front. A little more expensive but fit is more important than money.

Kokatat MsFit Tour Life Jacket-PFD

Unisex
500D Cordura outer and 200D nylon inner
16 lbs. 6 oz.
USCG Type IIITouring
Articulated shell and foam panels
2 bellows pockets with zippered side entry
One electronics pocket
Front lash tab, reflective tape
Strobe lash tab on back

02-25-2014, 10:45 PM	#1
Fish Taco Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Bozeman, Montana Posts: 164	I've had this same PFD now for a little over 2 years... I researched PFDs extensively before deciding on this one. I really like it... It's not perfect however... (not sure there is a perfect PFD out there just yet) My biggest complaint is that the pocket/sleeve on the front will not fit my Standard Horizion HX851 VHF radio... it's too small. So I have to clip it on the strap near my neck... and it's very inconvenient and in the way. It would be nice if Kokatat expanded on this PFD and made one specifically for the kayak fisherman... but I suppose that is dreaming as they seem to be more focused on white water kayaking and paddling. But a few enclosed coiled zinger attachments would be nice on each side (so as to attach a few small tools), and a better place to store ones pliers. Still think it is one of the best made PFDs out there though. Just my 2 cents! __________________ - Ken Redondo Beach, CA 2011 Malibu Stealth 14

03-01-2014, 02:00 PM	#2
buddha Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: chula vista Posts: 907	Well I ended up getting the Kokatat Bahia Tour but after trying it on it was way too bulky for me and I returned it. I ended up getting the Kokatat MsFit Tour Life Jacket - PFD as it is a lot less bulky especially in the front. A little more expensive but fit is more important than money. Kokatat MsFit Tour Life Jacket-PFD Unisex 500D Cordura outer and 200D nylon inner 16 lbs. 6 oz. USCG Type IIITouring Articulated shell and foam panels 2 bellows pockets with zippered side entry One electronics pocket Front lash tab, reflective tape Strobe lash tab on back