The V-Eight Fisher uses flexible foam panels that move with you and a front-entry YKK auto-locking zipper. Multiple front pockets hold tackle and tools, and a rear stash pocket adds storage without interfering with high-back seats. It is USCG Type III approved with 16 lbs of buoyancy.
Specs at a glance
- USCG type: Type III, 16 lbs buoyancy
- Weight: 1.4 lbs (620 g)
- Sizes: S/M (31-37 in), M/L (38-44 in), L/XL (45-51 in)
- Color: Pebble Gray
- Foam: PVC-free Gaia and polyethylene
- Shell: 420 x 220 denier nylon ripstop
Good to know
- Measure your chest and pick the size range it falls in.
- Load the pockets with your usual tools and sit in your seat to check nothing presses against the backrest.
KayakDIY take: Ventilation is what keeps a PFD on in July, and that’s when you need it most. For more gear ideas, see my fishing kayak accessories guide.
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