Any experience using the Vaikobi pfd's?
They have 3 different model options,wondering what the recommended choice is?
Thanks
I'd recommend the V3 version because most others sit very high under the arms and are short in the body because they are designed for sitting in a boat/ kayak or canoe..
I'd also recommend getting one size bigger so it sits looser and lower giving better arm movement and I also lengthen the shoulder straps to help this even more..
It's a personal thing and it may change for different body shapes so if you can 'try before you buy'
I recommend the v3 as well for SUP or OC1. It has a narrow enough profile that it does not chafe the inside of the arms as you reach over to paddle. The VXP sits too high and is too wide and will cause chafing. The VXP is great for ocean ski's but not the best for SUP and OC1.
I have the V3 and agree with all previous comments . The pockets in the front are small and you won't get your smartphone in its waterproof case in them . I put mine down the back where you can put your drinking bladder . The Vaikobi bladder is custom made for it and works great . For size I annoyingly fit between M and L . As DJ mentioned if in doubt go up a size .