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Astral Astral YTV 2.0 Life Jacket - available at Trusty Sail & Paddle, Morehead City NC
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Astral YTV 2.0 Life Jacket

$165.00
The YTV 2.0 has cemented itself as the go-to low-profile PFD for paddlers who want maximum mobility with minimal distraction. Built around Astral's signature Torso Lock™ foam platform, it stays put while you paddle — no ride-up, no fussing with st...
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Key Features:

  • Torso Lock™ — Keeps your PFD secure and eliminates ride-up during active paddling
  • Low Profile Design — Increased mobility, decreased distractions
  • bluesign® Approved Shell — World's first freestyle PFD made with 100% recycled, bluesign® certified polyester ripstop
  • Two Zippered Front Pockets — Larger than the original YTV for more gear storage
  • Hidden Phone Pocket — Discreet, protected storage accessible from either side with Velcro closure
  • Pullover Entry — Clean, simple, no buckles or front zippers
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Description

The YTV 2.0 has cemented itself as the go-to low-profile PFD for paddlers who want maximum mobility with minimal distraction. Built around Astral's signature Torso Lock™ foam platform, it stays put while you paddle — no ride-up, no fussing with straps.

The 2.0 upgrade adds a larger pocket, a hidden phone pocket, and the world's first freestyle PFD shell made from a bluesign® approved, 100% recycled polyester — where high performance and sustainability finally meet.

Key Features

  • Torso Lock™ — Keeps your PFD secure and eliminates ride-up during active paddling
  • Low Profile Design — Increased mobility, decreased distractions
  • bluesign® Approved Shell — World's first freestyle PFD made with 100% recycled, bluesign® certified polyester ripstop
  • Two Zippered Front Pockets — Larger than the original YTV for more gear storage
  • Hidden Phone Pocket — Discreet, protected storage accessible from either side with Velcro closure
  • Pullover Entry — Clean, simple, no buckles or front zippers

Technical Specs

Intended Use Whitewater / Touring / Sailing / SUP
Entry Pullover
Foam Insert PVC-free Gaia® foam / Polyethylene foam
Shell Fabric bluesign® approved, 300×300D 100% post-consumer recycled polyester ripstop
Liner Fabric 200 denier high tenacity nylon
Weight 1.3 lbs / 21 oz / 590 g
Design Buoyancy 16.5 lbs
Approval Type USCG Type V
Sizing S/M = 31–37" | M/L = 38–44" | L/XL = 45–51"

Note: The YTV 2.0 is a USCG Type V PFD (pullover/special use). It must be worn to count as your required flotation device.

Lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects.

Available at Trusty Sail & Paddle in Morehead City, NC — your Crystal Coast paddle sports and sailboat experts. In-store demos available; ships nationwide.