Customer Reviews

Stearns Extreme Paddlesports Vest

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I've been water skiing since I was a kid so I've tried numerous vests that may look really cool, but they are uncomfortable, hot, and worst of all interfere with your mobility. Now I'm a paddler (kayak) and I'm wishing I had something like this vest back in my water skiing days. Cool in every since of the word. I'm a 40 chest size and large was perfect for me so pay attention to the sizes and remember that they lean towards the lower end of the range.

I recently purchased the Stearns Extreme for canoeing/kayaking. For the past 15 years, I have been in the habit of sitting on my PFD because it was so cumbersome while paddling. Now, with children in the boat, I feel a greater sense of responsibility and thus the need to wear a PFD. This fits with no restriction whatsoever. The pockets are a bonus, and the way the padding sits on the lower back it actually makes my chair more comfortable.
Great product, great price, great and fast service from Amazon!

Vest fits great, very comfortable, good arm movement for kayak paddling, shipped fast, higly recommended

This life vest is truly the most comfortable I have ever experienced. The padding on the body of the life jacket rivals my personal experience of a memory foam pillow even though I know it is not. (Hey, instead of packing a pillow on those overnight camp/float trips I might just substitute this for a pillow instead of packing one. The zipper is large (which makes it easy to see and hook since I am over 40) and it is very sturdy with a thick band of material to support it. There are two convenient pockets in front to store I.D., keys, fishing license, etc. There is an extra little zipper compartment over the shoulder area to maybe keep a key or Chapstick. The material on the front of pockets are soft like leather. There are adjustable straps on the sides and over the arms to make it a perfect fit. I personally like the fact that it comes above my waist so I can move around easy. And to top it off, it is fashionable as it relates to the world of life vest fashion!

Amazon along with Stearns delivered as promised in more ways than one .

I purchased this vest as a cheaper alternative to the $100 and up paddling vests I had seen in my local retail shop. I have not been disappointed! I am female and wasn't sure how this vest would fit. The vest fits great, allows room for movement, and doesn't ride up! The vest zips up the front, so once you get the straps adjusted to fit, all you it takes is a quick zip up and your ready to hit the water. The pockets are another bonus; they provide plenty of room to stash keys, ID's, or other small items you need. I am planning on purchasing a second one of these to replace a less comfortable vest.

I got this for use with my surfski. It's very comfortable and lightweight. I purchased a S/M, normally I'm a medium for everything else and this fit nicely.

This vest is awesome! Very comfortable and a great deal for what you get. I must agree with others that the sizing is true. I am 5'7" and about 190 lbs and a size Large vest is an excellent fit. Not too tight or too long. Adjusts nicely and it stays put without riding up since it has the waist belt. I have seen more expensive vest ($200 +) that don't do the job as well. Stearns Extreme Paddlesports Vest

Bought this PFD for my father as a gift for his birthday. He likes to go out in the ocean and paddle but his old PFD was not suited for paddling. I found this one and he now has more freedom of movement with this PFD.

Bought this as a used item, came shipped with all tags and all instructions on use of PFd use. Paid 2/3 rds of what a new one was. Must of been a floor model. Just awsome

I use this vest with my 14' tandem sit on top kayak. It is comfortable, very adjustable and has lots of little pockets and slots for storage. I keep my cell phone in one for emergencies. I wanted a vest specifically for kayaking that wouldn't ride up around my neck when sitting and allow for my arms to move very comfortably. I am able to share it with my husband who is 35 pounds heavier. I highly recommend this vest.