Astral GreenJacket PFD

The Astral GreenJacket PFD is a high-performance life jacket designed for demanding whitewater environments. Trusted by professional river guides, expedition kayakers and experienced paddlers, the GreenJacket combines a secure fit, excellent freedom of movement and purpose-built rescue features in a durable, low-profile design.

Designed for situations where equipment accessibility and mobility matter, the Astral GreenJacket features an integrated quick-release rescue harness, reinforced shoulders and a large front clamshell pocket with multiple compartments for organising essential rescue equipment.

Built for Whitewater and Swiftwater Rescue

The GreenJacket is designed to move naturally with your body while remaining securely positioned on your torso. Astral's Foam Tectonics™ construction supports upper-body movement, making it well suited to demanding paddling and rescue environments.

The pullover entry and adjustable torso fit help provide a secure, customised fit without restricting movement around the shoulders and arms.

Key Features

• Integrated quick-release rescue harness: Designed for trained swiftwater rescue applications.

• Foam Tectonics™ construction: Supports upper-body movement while maintaining a secure fit.

• Large clamshell front pocket: Provides organised storage for essential rescue tools and equipment.

• Reinforced shoulders: Designed to integrate with the chest harness.

• Flotection™ protection: Extended foam coverage helps protect the back and ribs from impacts.

• Rope Ready™ storage: Dedicated storage behind the front panel for a throw rope.

• Web-Toe™ storage: Convenient access to a webbing-based rescue tow system.

• Torso Fit Adjustment™: Allows the fit to be customised without adjustment straps around the face.

• Durable construction: 500-denier Cordura® nylon outer fabric and high-tenacity nylon lining.

• Knife attachment point: Convenient provision for compatible rescue knife storage.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Astral Designs

• Model: GreenJacket

• Product type: Whitewater and swiftwater rescue personal flotation device (PFD)

• Entry: Pullover

• Outer fabric: 500D Cordura® nylon

• Lining: 200D high-tenacity nylon

• Flotation: PVC-free Gaia® foam and polyethylene foam

• Design buoyancy: 16.5 lb (approximately 7.5 kg)

• Weight: Approximately 1.32 kg

• Available sizes: S/M, M/L and L/XL

• Intended use: Whitewater paddling, river guiding, rafting and rescue applications

Sizing Guide

Choose your size using your chest measurement at the widest point.

• S/M: 79–94 cm (31–37 inches)

• M/L: 97–112 cm (38–44 inches)

• L/XL: 114–130 cm (45–51 inches)

Always check the fit and adjustment of your PFD before use.

Who Is the Astral GreenJacket For?

The Astral GreenJacket is suited to experienced whitewater paddlers, professional river guides and appropriately trained rescue personnel seeking a feature-rich PFD for demanding water environments.

Important: The quick-release rescue harness is intended for users with appropriate swiftwater rescue training. Understand the harness operation, limitations and applicable rescue procedures before use. Check local requirements to ensure the PFD is suitable for your intended application.