{"product_id":"astral-bluejacket-pfd","title":"Astral Bowen PFD","description":"\u003cbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\"\u003e\n\u003ctitle\u003eAstral Bowen — Kayak Ontario\u003c\/title\u003e\n\u003clink rel=\"preconnect\" href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\"\u003e\n\u003clink href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=IM+Fell+English:ital@0;1\u0026amp;family=Overpass+Mono:wght@300;400\u0026amp;display=swap\" rel=\"stylesheet\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .ko-product *, .ko-product *::before, .ko-product *::after { box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0; padding: 0; }\n\n  .ko-product {\n    --ink: #1a1814;\n    --ink-mid: #4a4540;\n    --ink-light: #8a8078;\n    --rule: rgba(26,24,20,0.15);\n    --cream: #ffffff;\n    --accent: #1e3a52;\n    background: var(--cream);\n    color: var(--ink);\n    font-family: 'IM Fell English', Georgia, serif;\n    max-width: 740px;\n    margin: 0 auto;\n    padding: 3rem 2rem 4rem;\n    text-align: left;\n  }\n\n  \/* Masthead *\/\n  .ko-product .masthead {\n    text-align: center;\n    margin-bottom: 2.5rem;\n    padding-bottom: 2rem;\n    border-bottom: 1px solid var(--rule);\n  }\n  .ko-product .eyebrow {\n    font-family: 'Overpass Mono', 'Courier New', monospace;\n    font-size: 10px;\n    font-weight: 300;\n    letter-spacing: 0.25em;\n    text-transform: uppercase;\n    color: var(--ink-light);\n    display: flex;\n    align-items: center;\n    justify-content: center;\n    gap: 12px;\n    margin-bottom: 1.25rem;\n  }\n  .ko-product .eyebrow::before,\n  .ko-product .eyebrow::after {\n    content: '';\n    display: block;\n    width: 40px;\n    height: 1px;\n    background: var(--ink-light);\n  }\n  .ko-product .model-name {\n    font-size: clamp(32px, 5vw, 52px);\n    font-weight: 400;\n    letter-spacing: 0.04em;\n    line-height: 1.05;\n    color: var(--ink);\n    margin-bottom: 0.6rem;\n    text-align: center;\n  }\n  .ko-product .model-sub {\n    font-family: 'Overpass Mono', monospace;\n    font-size: 11px;\n    font-weight: 300;\n    letter-spacing: 0.2em;\n    text-transform: uppercase;\n    color: var(--ink-light);\n    text-align: center;\n  }\n\n  \/* Sections *\/\n  .ko-product .ko-section {\n    margin-bottom: 2rem;\n  }\n\n  \/* Rule divider *\/\n  .ko-product .ko-rule {\n    display: flex;\n    align-items: center;\n    gap: 14px;\n    margin-bottom: 1.25rem;\n  }\n  .ko-product .ko-rule hr {\n    flex: 1;\n    border: none;\n    border-top: 1px solid var(--rule);\n  }\n  .ko-product .ko-rule span {\n    font-family: 'Overpass Mono', monospace;\n    font-size: 10px;\n    font-weight: 300;\n    letter-spacing: 0.2em;\n    text-transform: uppercase;\n    color: var(--ink-light);\n    white-space: nowrap;\n  }\n\n  \/* Body copy *\/\n  .ko-product .ko-p {\n    font-size: 16px;\n    line-height: 1.75;\n    color: var(--ink-mid);\n    margin-bottom: 1rem;\n    text-align: left;\n  }\n  .ko-product .ko-p:last-child { margin-bottom: 0; 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The Bowen keeps showing up because it solves the problem most life jackets don't bother with: fit that works across different bodies, without compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"ko-p\"\u003eAstral's Foam Tectonics system lets the jacket move with you rather than fighting your stroke. On a long day on the water, that difference is felt in your shoulders, your torso rotation, your ability to roll or brace without the jacket riding up or pinning your arms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-rule\"\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBuilt for sea kayaking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"ko-p\"\u003eStorage on a sea kayak PFD isn't optional. The Bowen's Clamshell Pocket fits a VHF radio and phone with room left over. The shoulder lashtab handles a light or signal device. Two side pockets cover the rest. Everything has a place, and nothing rattles loose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"ko-p\"\u003eThe Torso Fit Adjustment lets you dial the fit without straps near your face — critical when you're layering over a drysuit or paddle jacket. Buckled side entry handles the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-rule\"\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eKey features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-features\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-feature\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"ko-feature-title\"\u003eFoam Tectonics™\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"ko-feature-body\"\u003eSegmented foam that twists and turns with upper body movement while staying securely in place around the torso.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-feature\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"ko-feature-title\"\u003eClamshell Pocket™\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"ko-feature-body\"\u003eLarge front-opening pocket with internal compartments. VHF radio and phone-ready. Shoulder lashtab for additional carry.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-feature\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"ko-feature-title\"\u003eTorso Fit Adjustment™\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"ko-feature-body\"\u003eDial the fit without straps near your face — works over drysuits and paddle jackets without interference.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-feature\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"ko-feature-title\"\u003eSide entry\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"ko-feature-body\"\u003eBuckled side entry for quick on and off, even in full layering systems.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-feature\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"ko-feature-title\"\u003eVisibility\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"ko-feature-body\"\u003eReflective accents and strobe light attachment point for low-light and open water conditions.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-feature\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"ko-feature-title\"\u003eLightweight build\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"ko-feature-body\"\u003ePremium materials selected for strength-to-weight. Noticeable after a full day on the water.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-rule\"\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eOur recommendation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-note\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is what our guides wear.\u003c\/strong\u003e We've put a lot of PFDs on a lot of bodies. The Bowen fits the widest range well — it looks good, it lasts, and when a student asks us what to buy and keep for the next decade, this is the answer. Not because we sell it, but because nothing else on the market comes close for sea kayaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-colophon\"\u003e\n    Astral Designs · Burlington, Vermont · Available through Kayak Ontario\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/body\u003e","brand":"Kayak Ontario","offers":[{"title":"S\/M \/ Eggplant","offer_id":46263183114439,"sku":"PFDBOU-E-SM","price":319.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"S\/M \/ Fire Orange","offer_id":46263183147207,"sku":"PFDBOU-FO-SM","price":319.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"S\/M \/ Ocean Blue","offer_id":46263183179975,"sku":"PFDBOU-OB-SM","price":319.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"M\/L \/ Eggplant","offer_id":46263183212743,"sku":"PFDBOU-E-ML","price":319.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M\/L \/ Fire Orange","offer_id":46263183245511,"sku":"PFDBOU-FO-ML","price":319.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M\/L \/ Ocean Blue","offer_id":46263183278279,"sku":"PFDBOU-OB-ML","price":319.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"L\/XL \/ Eggplant","offer_id":46263183311047,"sku":"PFDBOU-E-XL","price":319.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"L\/XL \/ Fire Orange","offer_id":46263183343815,"sku":"PFDBOU-FO-XL","price":319.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"L\/XL \/ Ocean Blue","offer_id":46263183376583,"sku":"PFDBOU-OB-XL","price":319.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0042\/9608\/1443\/files\/asbj3.png?v=1772875302","url":"https:\/\/www.kayak-ontario.com\/products\/astral-bluejacket-pfd","provider":"Kayak Ontario","version":"1.0","type":"link"}