what are you ocean freeriders wearing for vests? i need a new one asap

[Tyler Zane]

Now that looks pretty sweet. How is it in the ocean?

love it, its so comfy. i forget i have it on sometimes and my friends will be like, dude you gonna take your vest off lol. and like i said before, its uscg approved. i have had my vest checked a few times...

i have a helium vest that i love. fits nice and slim

http://www.stearnsflotation.com/Spur-Wake-Vest-CGA-P1733C34.aspx

mine looks just like that but all black.

 

[AtomicPunk]

that jettribe looks pretty nice, Id like to hear more feedback. anyone?

I have a Slipppery Switch which is pretty good. I have a lightweight neoprene, non USCGA that I don't like much.

 

[peterlocal22]

Im buying one. is the sizing chart pretty reliable or do they run alittle big/small?

 

[Tyler Zane]

Im buying one. is the sizing chart pretty reliable or do they run alittle big/small?

which vest are you asking about?

 

[RyanO]

The bonifay vest is the goods.

Good quality neo vests dont get heavy anymore..

Nylon vests rot and mould if you forget about them for 25 minutes.

 

[peterlocal22]

link

 

[Stunts]

my vest is similar to the link you posted and USCG approved. i love it! http://www.sportsmansguide.com/net/...SPG-3-GOOGLE&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cse

They only have a medium in stock! D@mn it!

 

[Tyler Zane]

They only have a medium in stock! D@mn it!

there are many other places you can buy them. google, helium swat and you should find the size you need.

also, mine doesnt hold much water.

 

[infamy]

i wear a helium vest too... ive had it for like 5 years, still going good.

 

[infamy]

hears some sick ones.. the last one is bas@ss!!

http://www.waterskiworld.com/life_v...m_Wakeboard_Vest/helium_wakeboard_vest_0.html

http://www.slybuyer.com/product/Nevin-Team-Swat-CGA-Wakeboard-Vest-Black-Menaposs.html

http://www.proboardshop.com/wklfca04gr11zz-liquid-force-wakeboard-vests.html

http://www.proboardshop.com/wkvjpf2204gn11zz-jet-pilot-wakeboard-vests.html

http://www.boardstop.com/product_info.php?products_id=3815&ref=35

http://www.buzzillions.com/reviews/men-helium-team-a-t-usa-vest-reviews

http://www.academy.com/webapp/wcs/s..._10151_10051_126303_-1?N=581132454+4294956531

 

[AtomicPunk]

haha... that last one might get you pulled over by the h2o popo....

 

[Cannibal]

I have a Helium vest...don't like it. Too heavy and restrictive. I got the Helium when Sterns was blowing them out for like $35. Most of the ones posted above are also neoprene, not sure on all though.

My next vest will probably be the Jettribe one I posted earlier, USCG approved or not (unless I can find another similar vest). I'll probably pick one up as Surf Slam if they show up with the trailer again. Yes, some of you will scoff at the nylon construction, but I was wearing nylon vest for years and years before neoprene ones came out. I never had any problems with mildew or rot as stated.

My opinion, look for a vest in nylon with non-absorbing foam. My Helium is made of absorbing neoprene with absorbing foam (or is it just more neoprene, or maybe sponges IDK), it starts off heavy, then gets wet and heavier. You hold that Jettribe one wet, it doesn't weigh much more than dry.

 

[djkorn1]

http://www.parkeryamaha.com/2011-jet-pilot-apex-side-entry-nylon-vest.aspx

I like these...lots of protection and flotation. I have a Slippery Matrix vest, but they don't make them anymore. I ALSO HATE neo vests.

 

[Cannibal]

http://www.parkeryamaha.com/2011-jet-pilot-apex-side-entry-nylon-vest.aspx

I like these...lots of protection and flotation. I have a Slippery Matrix vest, but they don't make them anymore. I ALSO HATE neo vests.

One of the guys (dirtnut99) I ride with has one of those, I will have to give it a try.

 

[Stunts]

http://www.parkeryamaha.com/2011-jet-pilot-apex-side-entry-nylon-vest.aspx

I like these...lots of protection and flotation. I have a Slippery Matrix vest, but they don't make them anymore. I ALSO HATE neo vests.

Is it USCG approved? Didn't say. I hate neoprene vests as well.

 

[Cannibal]

Is it USCG approved? Didn't say. I hate neoprene vests as well.

EDIT: Checked with buddy that has one, yep USCG approved.

Another guy I ride with has a Fly vest, very similar and is USCG approved.

 

[mightymighty2stroke]

http://www.parkeryamaha.com/2011-jet-pilot-apex-side-entry-nylon-vest.aspx

I like these...lots of protection and flotation. I have a Slippery Matrix vest, but they don't make them anymore. I ALSO HATE neo vests.

I have that, it's a very serious vest. Love how the chest padding is thicker than the back, so if you get KTFO and are laying face down, it will flip you over. Side entry is schweet too, and it is coast guard approved. You guys that ride in comp vests make me nervous. If you get knocked out you may sink before anyone can find you quick enough to save you. uch:

 

[Stunts]

Sounds like a winner to me, just placed an order for it, can't beat the price either. Thanks everyone.