Just purchased my RED buoyancy aid. Impressed! Really good quality material & the item is simple to use! I have worked offshore for over 30 years & completed many survival courses using various life jackets throughout my time & I have to say this is a very well thought out product. Simple in design, ideal for SUP as it doesn’t restrict you paddling & once you deploy its quick to Don (put on) & inflate. I tried mine when I received it at home to check for any faults or damage, I had it deployed & inflated within a matter of seconds. Regarding the small standard gas canister which aids in the rapid deployment these are simple to change out should you be required to, it really just “plug & play” for those not sure about! It’s true what they say... you get what you pay for, quality! I got mine in the grey, looks smart. I for one would recommend this product! If anyone who reads this review & is wondering about the length of it thinking oh.. he must work for RED. I actually don’t! I’m just another happy SUP person who has discovered a great activity & a company who provides great products!