ViolaSwamp Posted January 23, 2012 #1 Share Posted January 23, 2012 :p I got a new life preserver this morning - NOT for our cruise, but for our canoe in the summertime :D. ANYWAY, my mind got to wandering (as it often does), and I was pondering, has anyone ever seen someone bring their own life preserver onboard a cruise? Again - I have ZERO plans to bring mine, I was wondering if other people bring theirs for whatever reason... would seem kind of odd to me, but I'd imagine someone out there does this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted January 23, 2012 #2 Share Posted January 23, 2012 I imagine there are folks who do this....I would never lug one when there are PLENTY on the ship! And, it's not like you're going to wear it 24/7, so what good would having your own do you? We did actually see an older gentleman who wore his all the time....why did he even cruise, if he was that afraid, I don't know, but, there you have it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ViolaSwamp Posted January 23, 2012 Author #3 Share Posted January 23, 2012 We did actually see an older gentleman who wore his all the time....why did he even cruise, if he was that afraid, I don't know, but, there you have it! WOW!! :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barante Posted January 23, 2012 #4 Share Posted January 23, 2012 Why not go all the way and bring your canoe? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6rugrats Posted January 23, 2012 #5 Share Posted January 23, 2012 why not go all the way and bring your canoe? lol!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tdeyette Posted January 23, 2012 #6 Share Posted January 23, 2012 The life jacket I have for canoing and kayaking is good for a dip in the lake. However I don't think it would stand a chance for a prolonged dip in the ocean. The life jackets they have on the cruise vessels are made for ocean use... (even have a light).... I'll stick with the ships vests! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ViolaSwamp Posted January 23, 2012 Author #7 Share Posted January 23, 2012 Why not go all the way and bring your canoe? Yes! :p If you read my post, I hope you saw where I clearly said I have NO plans to bring my own, I was just wondering if anyone else had seen such activity (which I would consider funny...). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johneeo Posted January 23, 2012 #8 Share Posted January 23, 2012 :p I got a new life preserver this morning - NOT for our cruise, but for our canoe in the summertime :D. ANYWAY, my mind got to wandering (as it often does), and I was pondering, has anyone ever seen someone bring their own life preserver onboard a cruise? Again - I have ZERO plans to bring mine, I was wondering if other people bring theirs for whatever reason... would seem kind of odd to me, but I'd imagine someone out there does this? I am pretty confident that I will be able to get a life preserver on board. However, not so for a parachute, so I bring my own.:rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KirkNC Posted January 23, 2012 #9 Share Posted January 23, 2012 Those rated for open ocean would take up a whole suitcase :eek:. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cuyahoga11 Posted January 23, 2012 #10 Share Posted January 23, 2012 We did actually see an older gentleman who wore his all the time....why did he even cruise, if he was that afraid, I don't know, but, there you have it! He must not have been worried about tan lines:cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerryl12 Posted January 23, 2012 #11 Share Posted January 23, 2012 I usually bring my snorkel vest with me when I will be snorkeling. Maybe I should wear it all the time but do I wear it over or under the parachute? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbwex Posted January 23, 2012 #12 Share Posted January 23, 2012 I have four Type IV vests on my sailboat, but the thought of shlepping one with me is way beyond the pale. There are almost twice as many on board as they need, if not indeed twice as many. There are vests in your cabin, and there are vests at the lifeboat stations as well. Notwithstanding the recent actions of the captain of the Costa Concordia, I think there are enough aboard, and should the worst happen, your first choice should be to get onto a lifeboat and not need the life vest. A good Type IV vest is going to take up most of a suitcase, and depending on your airline, that could cost you a lot to take along. I realize the OP said he wasn't going to do it, and though there must be some that take them along, it must only be a certain fringe element who I shall not define further. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aohkay Posted January 23, 2012 #13 Share Posted January 23, 2012 but do I wear it over or under the parachute? Good grief...UNDER the parachute for sure. Stacy & Clinton would have your hide if you wore it over! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerryl12 Posted January 23, 2012 #14 Share Posted January 23, 2012 very true. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cello56 Posted January 23, 2012 #15 Share Posted January 23, 2012 But what to do on formal night? Perhaps a tie or fancy necklace? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beachbum53 Posted January 23, 2012 #16 Share Posted January 23, 2012 Just wear a wet suit under your clothes. Too bad you wouldn't be allowed to bring a shark gun with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boogs Posted January 23, 2012 #17 Share Posted January 23, 2012 I usually bring my snorkel vest with me when I will be snorkeling. Maybe I should wear it all the time but do I wear it over or under the parachute? Wear your wetsuit under your kevlar vest (for protection from muggers and such), then your snorkel vest, and finally your parachute, and top it off with a motorcycle helmet. That should just about take care of all possible situations. On formal nights, just add a tie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdvmd Posted January 23, 2012 #18 Share Posted January 23, 2012 We do bring our snorkel vests with us since a lot of the private islands are insisting that you must wear one and then they turn around and charge you. they are lightweight and take up no room at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted January 24, 2012 #19 Share Posted January 24, 2012 I have never heard of anyone carrying their own life jacket aboard but there's a first for everything :D :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob brown Posted January 24, 2012 #20 Share Posted January 24, 2012 I don't know how the cuiselines would react to your bringing your own life preserver (if you are serious), but for the wag that suggested bringing a parachute---I can assure you that unless it was in checked baggage, that would be a sure way to be denied boarding any airline at best, and at worst, be detained for some serious questioning by the ever vigilant TSA.;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted January 24, 2012 #21 Share Posted January 24, 2012 It has never crossed my mind to carry my own life jacket -- that would mean a 5th suitcase besides our 2 carry-ons. Maybe I should also pack a parachute for our flights??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johneeo Posted January 24, 2012 #22 Share Posted January 24, 2012 I don't know how the cuiselines would react to your bringing your own life preserver (if you are serious), but for the wag that suggested bringing a parachute---I can assure you that unless it was in checked baggage, that would be a sure way to be denied boarding any airline at best, and at worst, be detained for some serious questioning by the ever vigilant TSA.;) Never had a problem bringing my parachute on a plane. I also ask for the emergency exit seat.;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aquahound Posted January 24, 2012 #23 Share Posted January 24, 2012 I have four Type IV vests on my sailboat, but the thought of shlepping one with me is way beyond the pale. There are almost twice as many on board as they need, if not indeed twice as many. There are vests in your cabin, and there are vests at the lifeboat stations as well. A good Type IV vest is going to take up most of a suitcase, and depending on your airline, that could cost you a lot to take along. Type IV is not a vest. It's a throwable. The cruise ships use Type I, which will turn an unconcious person face-up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barante Posted January 24, 2012 #24 Share Posted January 24, 2012 as long as it has a whistle. If you are an oboist, you may practice at will. Also, don't forget duct tape. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiseapril Posted January 24, 2012 #25 Share Posted January 24, 2012 Are there 2 life vests for each cruiser on a ship? There has been much discussion about life vests near the lifeboats- enough for everyone? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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