For many families, summer is synonymous with spending time near or on the water. And while having fun with your kids may be top of mind when you head to the beach, lake or pool, safety is also an ...

Beach Like a Local” is Manatee County’s new life vest initiative meant to provide additional safety opportunities in areas without lifeguard towers ...

There’s no feeling like being on the water: whether you’re kayaking, paddling, fishing or spending a casual day on the boat, the sensation of moving, falling, swaying and swirling with the ...

Support our work! The Inertia may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn more about our gear review policy here. Want to stay safe and legal while stand up paddle boarding ...

Life jackets might be the most important safety gear you can have on board for you and your crew. But what type of life jacket do you need? There are three types of inherently buoyant life jackets ...

Lightweight vest is a “4-in-1” deal with high visibility; reflectivity; a built-in back protector and four pockets! Easy to use, easy to wear, comfortable…and a great idea! We’ve reviewed some ...

If you’re out on the water this Labor Day weekend, trying to bask in the last glow of summer, look around at the boaters bobbing beside you. Chances are, very few will be wearing life jackets, even ...