This was the first vest I bought. Lived in it for half a year, and then thought better of it. I liked the design, but though while I paddled, I barely noticed it, when I swam - well, it just didn't cut the mustard. The neoprene shoulders let the vest move around too much and it always rode up. Come to think of it, I didn't like the armholes either, they were a bit tight and managed to get in the way too much.

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A well made PFD, and the neoprene trim is a good detail- but after using mine for a seaon I hung it up. Problem? The arm holes were just too small, and the jacket was forever rubbing under my arms. Might be a better fit for someone with a different physique.

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