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2025-07-04T01:14:13
This is a great PFD, I use it mostly for Kayak fishing. It holds my phone, wallet, keys, pliers and a couple packs of trailers with plenty of room for more. It's well ventilated so it isn't terrible to wear on those really hot days and the clip in the front allows it to be worn open and remain secure. There are plenty of attachment points for more tools. My only criticism is the angle of the pliers keeper, they tend to dig into my leg on the kayak if they're pushed too far but for me it's still a 5 star PFD.
frank r.
2025-06-18T14:08:19
Excellent product. Big pockets with long opening zippers work great.
Robert L.
2025-06-09T02:56:24
Just as described. Looks and fits well.
Hal T.
2025-06-02T04:14:26
Great fit and does the job. Haven't needed to test the floatation aspect yet and don't plan on it. Making the assumption that it works as intended.
Anthony L.
2025-05-15T05:24:26
Everything you want in a vest, comfortable, easy to row and cast while wearing it and affordable.
Stephen K.
2025-04-10T02:57:22
Perfect fit and great for fishing
Jason J.
2025-04-02T14:27:16
I am very grateful I had this on our first day back out on the water this season. I had purchased this life vest for my 13 year old son and we took to the river to do some fishing. We had received it the night before and had made sure it was properly fitted before we hit the water. Unfortunately, my son capsized his kayak in some swift water. It was early season so the water temps were low 40s at best, that day's ambient temp was also in the low 40s with the wind blowing. My son was wearing waders in the kayak to help keep him dry. When he capsized, the waders filled with water and began to try to pull him under in the moving water. This vest did everything it was supposed to and kept his head above water until I could catch up to him and help get him to shore and recover his kayak. All he lost that day was some fishing equipment the NRS Chinook definitely saved his life.
Brad C.
2025-01-19T05:31:52
Lightweight. Easy adjustable fit. Doesn't impact casting or rowing. Step up in safety on the water.
Michael H.
2024-12-26T15:11:17
Excellent quality. Accurate size. Prompt delivery.
Steve D.
2024-11-08T09:24:47
Great vest for fishing!
Robert B.
2024-10-19T08:40:09
top rated and very comfy great overall vest even when not fishing
k r.
2024-09-12T16:53:01
most comfortable PFD I have ever worn and very useful for fishing or just paddling
Michael C.
2024-09-09T02:54:58
From the way the Chinook PFD fits me to the way it performs, and looks...It is simply the best. I would highly recommend this PDF to any kayaking fisher person!
Clyde H.
2024-08-14T07:44:42
Great quality!!!
Erik M.
2024-08-02T03:52:34
This is my second Chinook life vest. By far the most comfortable vest I have ever worn. Well thought out for fishermen
Woodburn M.
2024-05-09T05:08:43
Nice Fit and Comfortable
Frank J.
2024-04-20T04:57:16
Chinook fits great and works well. My only complaint is that the scissors pocket is only designed for right handed people. If it was modified to allow putting the scissors on either side pocket, I wouldn't scrape my arm against it while fishing.
Paul Z.
2023-11-12T05:26:56
The pouches and minimalist feel are great!
Anonymous S.
2023-10-13T05:29:15
Great fully adjustable fit. I wore out the previous iteration and I really like the organization on this one better, a nice improvement with the lower pockets. I do miss the small upper pocket with a whistle lanyard though.
Jeffrey K.
Great PFD
By frank r.
This is a great PFD, I use it mostly for Kayak fishing. It holds my phone, wallet, keys, pliers and a couple packs of trailers with plenty of room for more. It's well ventilated so it isn't terrible to wear on those really hot days and the clip in the front allows it to be worn open and remain secure. There are plenty of attachment points for more tools. My only criticism is the angle of the pliers keeper, they tend to dig into my leg on the kayak if they're pushed too far but for me it's st...
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Good product.
By Robert L.
Excellent product. Big pockets with long opening zippers work great.
Looking for the ultimate life jacket for kayak fishing? Look no further than the NRS Chinook Fishing PFD. This Type III, medium profile life jacket offers 16.0 pounds of flotation, keeping you safe and comfortable on the water.
The Chinook's PlushFit foam and high-back design provide unbeatable comfort, no matter what type of raft or kayak seat you're using. And on warm days, the mesh lower-back offers added ventilation, helping you stay cool and dry.
But the Chinook isn't just comfortable - it's also incredibly practical. With two large, zippered pockets sized for tackle boxes, as well as two smaller accessory pockets with hook-and-loop closure, you'll have plenty of storage space for all your fishing gear. And the fifth, tool holder pocket offers quick access to pliers, line cutters, or other fishing gadgets and accessories.
The Chinook also includes a rod holder, strobe attachment point, reflective accents, and knife lash tab, making it the ultimate fishing PFD. And with a zippered front entry and six adjustment points, you can customize the fit to your body, ensuring maximum comfort and safety.
So why wait? Get the world's best-selling life jacket for kayak anglers today and experience the ultimate in comfort, convenience, and safety. The Chinook is even certified by the US Coast Guard through Underwriters Laboratories (UL), so you can rest assured that you're getting a top-quality product.
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