Old Crusty
Well-known member
the paddleboard IS the buoyancy aid as you are tethered to it. Instructions sometimes advise against them as it makes getting on harder. I never wear one on it.
Having said that I've yet to fall off.
Hmm, you fall off, bang your head, knock yourself out and what then - does the board pop you back up to the surface, right way up? Err, no. Personal choice though, helps keep the gene pool fresh.