Stohlquist Wedge-e Personal Flotation Device

I dragonboat & this PFD is very comfortable & easy to manuever in while paddling. I like the location of the zippers (out of the way) & the design of the vest w/ the arm holes low in the ribs.

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

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.

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.

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 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 had the rescue version, which is the same cut. I really liked the freedom of movement and it allowed me to tuck way forward on the deck of my kayak. It fits nice and snug around the core when properly adjusted but isn't great for anyone over a B cup in the chest. Downside - you go freaking deep when you take a big swim, which can be a good thing sometimes but it usually just sucks. Its low profile with minimal floatation and doesn't provide much back protection.

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.

Good pfd for dinghy sailing. Also use it windsurfing. Low cut allows great arm movement and the bulk is in the front and back down low so it doesnt restrict movement either. 1 million Fully adjustable straps keep it snug and in place, doesnt ride up and floats my 225# body well but the plastic tensioner clips have gotten snagged on lines before so I adjusted the straps where i wanted and put a bit of tape to hold the tensioners down and smooth them over...problem solved.

I wish there was a little more than just the piece of cordura that the zipper flap is made out of so its more rigid...then it would be easier to thread the zipper with one hand. Nothing wrong with it perfect strong, solid, and easy to use...just not like my old one. The mesh pocket seems pretty durable but is pretty tight so it wont hold more than a knife and a powerbar...

Overall very satisfied with product quality and price. This is a paddling pfd that works well for dinghy sailing...just those little things that annoyed me but Im over it now.

Got this for my girlfriend for xmas, but its too big for her in a medium. I used the sizing chart too, but unisex might be one sex in the case of Stolquist. I like it, and almost kept it for myself, its sweeet for the price. But I THINK THIS PFD IS BEST FOR MEN. Other than that it is comfortable, and basic, but never got it wet, its going back....

I picked up a new Stohlquist Wedge-e for competitive laser racing. Its a life jacket and I haven't needed it to save me from drowning, so I can't speculate on how it performs in its primary function. Here's what I can tell you (warning: nautical lingo ahead).

Lots of room for arm motion. I never catch the back of the PFD on my boom blocks when tacking and gybing. Rides a little bit high on my torso, and allows for good flexibility as I reach in to adjust control lines while straight legging in big breeze. Torso straps allow for fine tuning fit and feel. Mesh pocket is good for storing a rigging knife and some electrical tape to use in minor repairs on the water.

I ordered this PFD after my last one (Astral) disappeared or was stolen. I am 5'8", 119 pounds, a 34B. I ordered a small and it is a snug fit, which is what I wanted. It doesn't seem to ride up as much as my last one (although not yet river-tested). I can't imagine this jacket would be comfortable for someone with a big bust, but it works well for me. It also seems to give a nice range of motion and, with adjustments, fits over a long-sleeved shirt and light jacket.

I haven't been able to test it on a river yet --- which may be a different story, but so far I'm pleased with the way it adjusts and fits. It is also less bulky in the front than my last PFD and seems to work well with a spray skirt on my Dagger Zydeco. This one I might actually wear.

Overall Stohlquist has made a good product. Extremely low profile means this jacket will not inhibit your range of motion, great for paddlers and especially kayakers. You get a decent amount of float considering the minimal cut, and I had no problems with the jacket riding up. I am about 6' and 175 lbs and the Large was perfect. With this particular model I'd say it's safe to err up a bit on sizing and cinch down rather than get something too small and constricting.

My only real complaint with the jacket is that the pocket doesn't hold much. I wanted to carry my camera and a relatively small knife and had to cram them in there.

Ultimately a high-value product; a good jacket at a great price.

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.