Bass Pro Shops® Deluxe Mesh Top Life Jacket for Men
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- Cool mesh top
- Nylon ripstop bottom
- Neoprene neck collar
Our Bass Pro Shops Deluxe Mesh Top Life Jacket features a cool mesh top, a nylon ripstop bottom, and a neoprene neck collar for enhanced comfort. 8 pockets give you storage space for small items. This fishing-friendly PFD also has multiple eyelets for drainage, a full-front zipper, and a rod holder. USCG-approved Type III. Imported.
Be SAFE and be LEGAL by wearing a PFD at all times.
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Rated 4.5 out of 5Â by 121
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Rated 3 out of 5Â by RuBRNded Comfortable
Pros: Good construction, comfortable, lots of pockets
Cons: Hook and loop pocket flaps should be longer with longer hook and loop tabs (pocket wont close securely when full), needs a beaver strap through the crotch to prevent the vest from riding up near the neck when being utilized for floatation.
May 1, 2010
Rated 5 out of 5 Life Jacket
I have used this life jacket several times already while fishing in my Kayak. It is VERY comfortable. On my last two trips out last week, I was in the Kayak for 4 and 6 hours each day, and the comfort was very good. It rides high, so it is not pushing down on the legs. The pockets are well laid out and little rod holder is quite useful. Only problem is do not get a fish hook buried in this dude....You will have to cut the hook! I speak from experience. It is overall a great little vest for the price.
March 29, 2010
Rated 5 out of 5Â by TheTroutSlayer Good price, Great vest
I purchased this vest to wear on a canoe trip down White River. I was looking for an affordable vest that would not impair my casting. This vest fits that profile. I wore it non-stop for three whole days. It did not affect my casting or paddling at all. I was able to hold two containers of powerbait, pliers, hooks, my permit and cell phone, and some snacks. Similar vests at other stores were in the 60-70 dollar range.
March 24, 2010
Rated 5 out of 5Â by ChuckMe1 Great Vest
This vest is just what I wanted. I'm 75 years young
and I continue to wade rivers and surf fish and
I needed some protection for my clumbsiness.
It's economical, It has good pockets and it helps
keep me afloat!!!
March 17, 2010
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I purchased this and love it but it is not approved in Canada. I keep a legal jacket for Canada in the boat as required by law but wear this all the time on the water.
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Life Vest sold in the US are approved for USCG only. Please refer to the Canada Stores for CCG Life Vset. ThanksAnswers
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comfort !!!! The neoprene does not scratch at your neck and also stretches.A:Â
Protection from sunburn and comfort when wearing over t ShirtA:Â
the collar is very soft makes wearing over tank or shirtless comfortableA:Â
It is less abrasive than some other collar materials.Details:Â
Would somebody please describe how the rod holder works on this vest. I've never seen that feature on a fishing vest. If you own the vest, does the feature work well? Good for only smaller rods? How about a 10" Salmon fishing rod? Thanks.Answers
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If you have a 10" Salmon fishing rod you can probably hold it between your teeth. You probably mean 10', in which case you can simply place the upper half of the rod, between the guides, into the velcro strap and close it around the rod. It just hangs there. I've only done this with lighter fly rods, your Salmon rod might be a bit heavy for this rod holder.A:Â
its a velcro strap.1 year, 11 months ago
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The only place you could hang a rod from are the tiny plastic loops under the pockets but i wouldnt try it. a 10" rod you could give it a try.A:Â
Hi, I have the hunter version of your vest what i did to hold my fly rod 8.5" and 9", I clip the top of the rod in the velcro strap and add an computer velcro cable tie in one of the bottom dring and clip this around the handle of my rod. This work good for me.A:Â
I don't know if you are familiar with Columbia or Magellan fishing shirt? Well that little velcro strap with the Columbia/Magellan name on it is a rod holder. It is desighned that you set the rod butt on the floor and strap your rod to your chest. This is used for fixxing your bait/fly or for retieing. This vest has that strap.
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Its just a small velcro strap that wraps around your rod. It is used to free your hands temporarily, thats all. I use it sometimes when I am switching lures on my kayak. The biggest rod Ive used with the strap was an 8'MH Baitcast combo. Keep in mind that the handle of the rod is either resting on my lap or kayak. I imagine if you are wading in shallow waters like a river or stream, your reel might be dunked under water. I wouldnt recommend using the strap to support the full weight of your setup. Im pretty sure its not meant for that.Details:Â
what is the chest size forXL---XL2----XL3
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my belly is 50" and the 2XL was just rightsomewhere on the web site i think it says the size in inches
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I have the XL it is a 42 to 46 chest sizeA:Â
The XL fits me great and I'm a 44-46 (depending on the last few months)A:Â
From the tag:XL 44-48"
2XL 48-52"
3XL 52-56"
Definitely order at least one size larger if you plan to wear over coats, etc. We foudn this to run on the extra small side.
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are these vests for people who are not very good swimmers ?Answers
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Yes its an approved vest. I do not recommend it if you are trying to teach someone to swim or plan to frequently be in the water or swim with it. But if you fall overboard and have assistance close by, I do not see why this vest wouldnt work.A:Â
They hold you at water level. Meaning water about the shoulders. But you will not sink in one if its worn correctly.A:Â
Yes. It is pretty much impossible to submerge your torso or head wearing this vest (and I weigh 280 Lbs!!!).A:Â
The vest is designed for anyone. You can swim with it or just float.
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These vests, if worn properly are designed to keep you afloat (USCG approved) in calm seas. However, I would contact the local Coast Guard Auxilliary for specific types to use for adult non-swimmers.Details:Â
I am seeing a number of structural differences in the 2 colors:D-rings at the bottom of one, not the other
D-ring in the back of one, not the other
Rod holder on one, not on the other
Can anyone confirm that they are exactly the same?
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I saw this question and was curious, I stopped in my local BassPro today and inspected both colors and found them to be identical. I went with the green!A:Â
yes, they both look like the silver and black model.A:Â
I have a XL Olive drab one. Two D rings in the front, none on the back. No rod holder
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When I purchased mine over a year ago, I noticed a few differences in the store. the green one had the pole holder and the black on did not. I picked up the green one and do not have a d-ring in the back nor under the collar. I picked the green one because I thought the rod holder would be handy on my kayak, but I never use it. Im not sure if these are different versions that were released or not.Q:Â
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Most vests I have purchased have a ringlet for wading with a stringer.Does this vest have one?
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Yes, there are two D-rings at the bottom, in the front of the vest.A:Â
I assume you mean on the back collar. This doesn't have one even thought I think one of the pictured colors shows one. I bought the green and it didn't have one.A:Â
Vest has two plastic d-rings on the bottom - one on each side. Should be strong enough for a stringer. They're not in the photo for the olive color but you can see them in the photo of the black one.A:Â
If you are talking about a ring on the vest to attach a stringer or tie a stringer then yes it does have two at least.Answers
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I way 185lb and it will keep me a float. My vest is a XLA:Â
The book that came with it says 15.5 lbs of buoyancy. Not sure if that answers your questionA:Â
Vest only list "User Weight: More than 90 Lbs (41 KG)." I checked the book and it did not list an uppper limit anywhere nor is is lited on the vest.
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I need to know the chest sizer for a small.Answers
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The size small chest size is 36-38".A:Â
not sure of the chest size but im a bigger guy and i order a 3xl and no matter what size you get the length is pretty much the same on all sizes2 years, 11 months ago
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34-36 inchesDetails:Â
My husband is new at it -I'm trying to find one that combines enough storage with the pfd.Answers
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This vest has two front pockets that provide limited storage. If you need additional storage there is another, higher-priced model with four pockets.A:Â
Yes, this vest will be perfect for fly fishingA:Â
yes.. although u should find a vest with a wool patch so he can hook flies to it for easier access to his favorite flies2 years, 11 months ago
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Yes it has enough storage in it. I bought this vest for fly fishing also.A:Â
The arm sockets are large enoughfor easy casting. The eight pockets
ride high providing accessable and adequate storage.
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