Impact west recommendations?

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Powis
Powis
WA
78 posts
WA, 78 posts
18 Jun 2023 10:44am
I'm also looking for something to replace my Forward WIP impact vest which weighs 3kg+ and is mostly hard buckles and hard protection around the lower ribs (must be ideal for wearing harness).
Mikedubs
Mikedubs
WA
306 posts
WA, 306 posts
18 Jun 2023 7:30pm
I just want an impact vest with a webbing belt I can put my hook on. Just can't find one.

Mike
Stretchy
Stretchy
WA
1054 posts
WA, 1054 posts
18 Jun 2023 7:34pm
Powis said..
I'm also looking for something to replace my Forward WIP impact vest which weighs 3kg+ and is mostly hard buckles and hard protection around the lower ribs (must be ideal for wearing harness).


I replaced mine with their Kompact vest. Much better fitting and side impact protection. I can still use it wth my windsurfing harness
SpokeyDoke
SpokeyDoke
130 posts
130 posts
19 Jun 2023 3:24am
totom said..
Hi, I'm on the hunt as well, wing foil downwinder I seek:
- Buoyancy obviously,
- Rib/Belly protection, that doesn't drive up
- Pocket for my phone and its waterproof bag
- Back pocket for a water pouch
- High visibility colours

I don't need :
- room for a harness
- a hook for a chicken loop

for now, these 2 seem to tick every box:
- Jetpilot Venture Mens Neo Life Jacket - L50
- ION Booster X Vest

Has anyone considered or tried them?


Similar set of interests for me...but those two you mention look too much like my current whitewater vest, which is a bit bulky and stiff and the straps and buckles and sliders are not so comfortable and can be restrictive.

I'd get the O'Neill Slasher, or the Ion Collision Vest Core, but they have no pockets...the search continues...
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