Life jacket suggestions?

[amp3d]

wear a Slippery Array Side-entry Life Vest , i like it! not as "Cool" as a Jet pilot but safe, looks good and comfortable ... also helps I get them at dealer price.

Quick question for ya!
I recently picked up one of the jet pilot cga side entry ones and it really annoys me... I feel the zipper rub the inside of my arm when doing any form of aggressive riding.

I was thinking of trying your recommendation... But I was curious? Is it comfy? Any rub spots when riding like on a zipper or anything?

 

[amp3d]

Jet Pilots current line up of side entry vest, sucks.....

They ruined the Neoprene versions, by reversing the side of entry, dropping the velcro that holds your zipper up, and the arm cut outs rub on your arms if you don't wear an under shirt. The Nylon versions were also tweaked(to be worse) by dropping the back channels for the straps, now it's just some $hitty stiches that tear out if you tighten down the straps.

I spoke to Mark Gomez two summers ago about their vests, he didn't disagree on my points.

I wish I saw your post before I purchased my side entry jet pilot...

My under arm is in pain from all the running and yes, the zipper keeps falling down just like you said. Brutal

Now I'm on the hunt again for something else. Now I don't care about style, just comfort at this point lol

 

[Scorn800]

I don't like any vest with a zipper. Go with buckles
I ride mostly salt water and zipper is the 1st thing to fail