Stohlquist Wedge-e Life Jacket

I use this whitewater kayaking, and I love it (and its price)! I first thought it would be too long on me, but it does not conflict with my skirt at all. Being a female with a larger chest, I still find this jacket to be extremely comfortable. By the end of the day, I've forgotten I have it on. I'd recommend it to anyone!

I didn't realize this jacket was for men. I bought 2(L, M) because I wasn't sure which size would fit better for me. anyhow, when they arrived, and i tried them on, they really fit oddly, by it's length and how it is cut across the chest. So ladies, this probably is not the PFD for you. I sent both back.

The Wedge-E Life Jacket by Stohlquist is great for either flatwater or river kayaking. It is easy to get on and off, but you can forget to clip the bottom on occasion. Very comfortable and a great bargain.

Great jacket. Most pfds are not very comfortable for me to wear. This one actually fits, and moves with you. No problems with it riding up either.

Not a bad jacket for the price, but I don't see the point of having an adjustable shoulder strap sewn to Neoprene thereby eliminating the ability to adjust it. I cut the neoprene and it is now adjustable and quite comfortable.

Simple, easy to use PFD that is comfortable for the long days on the river. It has a great range of motion and is super easy to get on, even with the helmet already on. Love it!

I actually ordered the Wedge-E and the aSEA to compare them. Both were great. I loved the fit-like-a-glove feel of the aSEA, but decided to go with the Wedge-E because of the high back; which means that it doesn't touch (or rub, or ride up) my kayak seat or deck. With the wide armpit openings and sleek design, I can barely feel that I am wearing a PDF.

Good jacket, I've taken it out on a couple long multi-day tours and its been super comfortable.

I got this jacket at a good price on backcountry and decided to give it a try. I have a sit-on-top kayak and now frequent the rivers in Tennessee. I've been in the drink at least 6 times and this jacket easily kept me where I should be. Its very comfortable and doesn't bind at all when paddling. The only complaint I have would be that the storage pocket with zipper (left side bottom), the zipper zips upward and I would rather it zip downward.
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After talking with whitewater rafting and kayaking guides, chose Stohlquist WEDGE-E for comfort, ease-of-use, simple design, and safety. I like the fit and feel of the thing, especially when working out in some haystacks or just stroking downstream. A quality item at a great price.