SOLAS Horseshoe Lifebuoy

A Horseshoe Lifebuoy is one of the most important pieces of safety equipment on any offshore or coastal vessel. The horseshoe design is widely regarded as the gold standard for man overboard situations, allowing a casualty to be quickly supported in the water while the crew coordinates recovery. This lifebuoy is built to that standard, complying with Australian Yachting Federation requirements and constructed with SOLAS approved components throughout for genuine offshore safety credibility.

Beyond compliance, this is a well-designed, well-finished piece of kit. The removable cover, tidy rope terminations, integrated storage pockets for MOB accessories and tethered safety whistle reflect the thoughtful detail that matters when every second counts. Whether it's mounted in a dedicated bracket on the stern rail or stowed as part of a complete man overboard system, the Horseshoe Lifebuoy is a dependable, ready-to-deploy safety essential for any serious vessel.

Features

Man Overboard Recovery - Open horseshoe profile allows a casualty in the water to slip into the buoy and hold on securely without needing to climb in.

AYF Compliant - Meets Australian Yachting Federation requirements for offshore and coastal sailing safety equipment.

Flexible Closed Cell Foam Inner - Provides reliable, long-lasting buoyancy that won't absorb water or degrade with repeated exposure to the elements.

Removable Polyurethane Cover - Durable zip-off cover allows easy removal for inspection, cleaning or replacement, with a discreet zip pull tuck-away pouch.

SOLAS Approved Reflective Tape - Four reflective tape patches stitched to each face of the buoy maximise visibility.

Full Circumference Safety Rope - Polyester double braid rope runs the full circumference of the buoy with quick release hooks and heat shrink finished ends.

Dual Storage Pockets - Provide dedicated storage for a drogue and danbuoy line, keeping all associated MOB equipment together and ready to deploy.

Tethered Fluorescent Safety Whistle - Allows the casualty in the water to signal their position to rescuers, an important safety feature in poor visibility.