HO Sports Men’s Pursuit Life Jacket - USCG Approved “Life Saving Device” Level 70 Buoyancy Aid - Great for Any Water Sports Activity Including Boating, Paddle & Swimming - Black

I'm going to admit i'm not the most responsible kayaker. I used to stow my life jacket on the rear of my boat with lashing straps. It was just too cumbersome and got in the way of my paddling, sitting down, and just having any sort of range of motion in my boat. Then i came across this one and figured i would give it a try. I've only used it for one season so far, but color me impressed. First off, it's true to size so use your suit measurements to find the right size. Secondly, it's very well made and not limiting at all. The foam is a lot thinner than other life jackets i've used. That's not to say it's cheaper, it's just as buoyant as any other preserver i've had and actually keeps my weight more evenly distributed when i float. Also, the exterior fabric is relatively hydrophobic so it doesn't absorb a ton of splashes... and those that do get through dry pretty darn quickly. There are plenty of straps to adjust the size perfectly, and the arm holes are great for paddling (or even wake/kite boarding). The vest is super light as well which is great for a day-long paddle. I wish i breathed a BIT better, but it's not enough to really complain about. All of the hardware works great and it's a really nice LOOKING vest as well. Just by chance, it matches my kayak too! Haha. All in all, it's awesome.

Using it every day as a jetski guide... no complains till today...

Comfortable and easy to maneuver when on the sup.

this is a must have accessory of course, and the sizing is true to US sizing, or seems to be anyway. I was worried about that, but it does fit, and was glad to have my own Life Jacket to take along while in Friends Boats.

High quality life jacket. I needed an XXL for my some friends when we go water skiiing, tubing, and in the boat. Quality heavy duty zipper and snaps work to secure a fit. Not bulky or super thick like some and not heavy on the body. Made for action wearers.My husband is a size 40 waist and XXL-XXXL in shirts. He can not zip it up with his belly unless he holds in his stomach and then it will zip with a snug fit over his belly. It does snap without zipping because of the adjustable straps.. I’m a XL and it fits like a XXL to me. Soft neoprene material that does not rub in the armpits like other vests so I really like the large arm holes. They do make a XXXL so I will get my husband that size since his belly is in the way. Granted I have not tested this jacket out in the water yet but will let you know how it works when we head back to the lake. Very happy with the quality the life vest. My husband said he was impressed too and is looking forward to getting the bigger size for more comfort.In a life jacket, you NEED it to be snug fit!! Order your true size. I am wearing the vest in the photos and will come back and add to this review when we test it in the water.

PROS:Stylish with nice decoration.Comfortable fabric.Easy to operate large buckles.Sturdy, large gauge zipper.Ample arm room around the shoulders to minimize constrained movement.Flexible materials that conform to the body.CONS:The listed size measurements are inaccurate. The large claims to accommodate a 40" - 44" chest. At best, this will fit a 38" one. (See photo.) There is no extra give as the zipper is closed during use and the sides are seamed. I would still consider this to be a large, as a 40 -44" typically represents an XL.CONCLUSION:This is a 5 star Life Jacket with a sizing typo.

I got the large size. I have a 45" chest. this fits very snug. But even then it is really comfortable. I could wear this all day no issues. though if I was to get it again I would get a size bigger and just tighten it up. At least then I would have a little wiggle room. Overall a great product.

Good quality life jacket. It doesn't weigh much. Good style and good looking. Very comfortable to wear. I ordered this for when I kayak, which it works well for that.