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The Onyx Universal Paddle Kayak Life Vest offers comfort and performance for all paddlers. It features a "flex-cut" paddle-specific design that reduces the front foam thickness, providing ease of paddling and a more contoured fit. The vest is low profile, lightweight, and has six adjustment straps for a snug, custom fit. It is available in two sizes: Universal fits chest sizes 30"-52" and Oversize fits chest sizes 40"-60".
The vest has a low profile, lightweight, and compact design, making it comfortable to wear. It also has a high foam back that accommodates high back seats, and a breathable mesh lower back for added comfort. The six adjustable straps allow you to cinch the vest up for a snug fit. Additionally, it features a large front pocket for storing essentials.
Now let's address some frequently asked questions:
Question: I'm confused: are the "one size" and the "universal" the same size? If not, which is the larger? I'm 5'2" and weigh 160.
Answer: The universal size fits chest sizes of 30"-52", while the oversize size fits chest sizes of 40"-60".
Question: What chest sizes for regular and oversized?
Answer: The regular size is designed for chest sizes of 30"-52". However, some users have reported that it may be too thick and bulky for those with a chest size smaller than 44 inches.
Question: Is this safe to use for other water sports like boating, swimming, tubing, and surfing in addition to paddleboarding?
Answer: The life vest is very buoyant and should work fine for any water sports. It is similar to a regular life vest but has a mesh lower back for added comfort specifically for kayakers.
Question: The sizing is confusing. Universal seems out of stock. What is oversize? I need a large.
Answer: The oversize option is similar to a large or extra-large size. It fits most adults snugly, unless you are quite small.
Frequently Asked Questions
I'm confused: are the "one size" and the "universal" the same size? If not, which is the larger? I'm 5'2" and weigh 160.
What chest sizes for regular and oversized?Answer: The universal fits a chest size of 30"-52", and the oversize fits a chest size of 40"-60". By Kirsten M. on October 2, 2017
What chest sizes for regular and oversized?
The claimed chest size for the regular is 30-52. In reality it doesn't fit right with a chest size smaller than 44, it will be much too thick and bulky.
Is this safe to use for other water sports like; boating, swimming, tubing, surfing in addition to Paddle boarding?
It is very buoyant. I have only used it for kayaking, but it should work fine for any water sports. The only difference from a regular life vest is that the bottom 4-5 inches on the back are mesh, not padded, making it more comfortable for kayakers.
the sizing is confusing. universal seems out of stock? what is oversize? need large.
This oversize is large or close to xl. They fit fairly snug. Unless you are quite small, this will fit most adults.
