August 05, 2020

Continual improvement

We're always looking at ways we can improve the design of TeamO lifejackets. This month we're proud to be launching the latest edition of the Ocean and Offshore BackTow lifejacket with a few tweaks to make it better than ever.

- New BackTow Armed safety tab on the waist belt which allows you to see at a glance that your lifejacket is prepped and ready to sail.

- Tough, durable honeycomb fabric for abrasion resistance and longevity.

- Soft loop attachment point of the crotch straps on the back (no more buckles digging in your back)

Shipping update!

We have had feedback from some customers in Europe that our shipping rate was too high. We checked it out and we totally agree. From today orders to European delivery addresses will be charged a flat rate of £18, saving you £12 on shipping.

US and Rest of World addresses have a flat shipping rate of £30. We send all orders tracked and will share the courier details with you when your order is dispatched so that you can track your delivery in real time.

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Offshore 170N

Fits very well, I was able to make all the adjustments necessary to fit me. The instructions are good so read them. I have not deployed the jacket yet. I also have worked out how to attach the MOB1. The tether works as expected and attaches to the jack lines with the clips. All in all, I am very pleased and recommend buying this life jacket.

Good choice

Would prefere any EU shop, customs and Vat procedure is boring :)

Excellent lifejacket

I purchased this life jacket in January and, although I have (fortunately) not had the opportunity to use it in a real emergency, I have used it several times. The materials and workmanship are excellent and the jacket is very comfortable to wear, despite being an offshore jacket, which is bulkier than many other “coastal” items (the jacket has a light, a built-in hood and can easily accommodate a PLB). For a more in-depth analysis, look for the Yachting Monthly review published in 2022.
There are only two “issues”: the backtow system does not appear to be all that easy to be repacked if the jacket has been activated and the system deployed. The manual is not very clear on this and the videos on the TemO website refer to older and different versions. I hope TeamO will address this by publishing an updated video for the current system. Otherwise, it would probably be a wise idea to open the jacket and record a video showing how the system is packed for future reference.
The second issue is due to Brexit: if, like me, you plan to buy this life jacket from abroad, be prepared to pay very high customs duties. It's not TeamO's fault, clearly (they seem to try to keep prices low), but if you end up paying 30% more than the listed price, other products might become more interesting. Of course, you'll have to give up the backtow system as TeamO is the only manufacturere to offer a similar solution.

I had a chance to use my new vest this October on 14 days offshore sail. It fits very well no problem to wear it many hours and the materials seems good and durable. Considering my heigh almost 2m i would appreciate even longer straps between legs (always easy to shorten than other way). I haven't fall over yet but once it happens, I will write the second part of review.

Excellent Jacker

I agave taken this jacket and repacked it with accesories. It is comfortable to wear and easy to understand how to rearm and repack with a clever method of turning you around in the water. I've used it for one 750 mile journey and found it stood up well

Continual improvement

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