Patagonia Highwater PFD Vest
The constant boat angling dilemma: You know you should wear one, but who wants to fish all day in a life vest? Here's the solution: The Highwater Vest is a full-on USCG-approved Type III personal floatation device that's also a trim-fitting, functional fishing vest. Better yet, it's so comfortable and allows such a wide range of motion, you'll forget you're even wearing a PFD. The Highwater features Gaia™ foam that's lighter than conventional foam and free of CFC-ozone-depleting materials, without sacrificing performance. Deft adjustment points, die-cut/hand-skived foam and an open-mesh back keep the profile slim (and cool and comfortable to wear, even in a high-backed kayak seat or float tube). The low neckline, narrow chest and short waist create large armholes for unimpeded casting. Details: adjustable shoulder and side straps, two large flapped pockets with piggyback mesh pockets, two D-rings on the front and one on the back.
Details
- Cordura® nylon covers Gaia™ PVC-free foam with no CFC ozone-depleting materials; front zipper and four buckles provide easy on/off and adjustment
- Three adjustment points on sides and adjustable shoulder straps fine tune the fit
- Two large flapped pockets (with piggyback stretch mesh pockets)
- Two front D-rings for accessories one D-ring on back for a net
- Ventilating open-mesh back
- Short waist, low neckline, and narrow chest for freedom of movement
- Type III US Coast Guard approved flotation vest
- Shell: 500-denier Cordura® nylon. Lining: 200-denier nylon oxford. Lower back: polyester mesh
- 878 g (31 oz)
- Made in China.
Technology
At Patagonia we seek to build the best product and cause no unnecessary harm. That's our mission statement, and it takes many forms. As it applies to making products, we work hard to source materials and use processes that are less harmful to the Earth without compromising quality. Because to us, quality is not only how well a product performs and holds up, but also how it's made.Price: $99.00


