A lifejacket has to be wearable for an entire passage, not just reassuring when it is lifted from the locker. Spinlock's 2026 Deckvest VITO AFS update adds another option for sailors selecting offshore personal flotation equipment.
The product is distinct from Spinlock's Junior Collection and intended for its own user group and activity. A specific wearer needs to check size, adjustment and equipment against manufacturer guidance.
Fit before features
The way a jacket sits across shoulders and waist affects comfort during an active watch. A correctly adjusted garment should remain secure while allowing ordinary deck movement.
Published design features cannot replace a personal fitting. Crew should practise locating and using the equipment while wearing appropriate layers.
Inspect the complete system
Automatic inflation components, cylinder status and any fitted accessories require checks as directed by the manufacturer. Storage in damp conditions or prolonged exposure can affect service needs.
An offshore product label does not override local carriage rules or the need for other safety items. Each boat requires a coherent safety equipment plan.
Practical use on smaller sailboats
Spray, movement and a narrow cockpit can make fit and accessible controls especially important on under-12-metre craft. Crew members should know each other's equipment and agreed recovery roles.
LBG reports Spinlock's official update and product photograph, without claiming the lifejacket guarantees survival or replaces training. Follow the maker's care instructions.