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Stearns Child Classic Vest
4.6 / 5
Stearns Child Classic Series Vest
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Description
Whether they're on a boat, a tube, water skis or a personal watercraft, your children will have a blast in Stearns Child Classic Series Vest. They're specially fitted for children 30-50 lbs. The US Coast Guard-approved life jacket is designed with open sides and three adjustable chest belts for a tight fit and better movement. A leg strap keeps the vest from riding up in the water. Durable nylon construction and PE flotation foam, along with 1-in. webbed straps, will allow you to use this vest season after season.
US Coast Guard-approved child life vest
Great for boating, tubing, and swimming
Durable nylon shell with PE flotation foam
3 adjustable buckles with a leg strap for a secure fit
Designed for children weighing 30 to 50 pounds
US Coast Guard-approved life jacket
Great for a day on the boat or beach and in the pool or lake
We don't have photos of children wearing this model. However, it does fit very well, is extremely durable, and the straps do adjust so your child can make use of it well into the 50lb range.
My 4 year old and 2 year old wear the same size and they both are face up in this jacket. I don't know how it would be for a younger child. My 2 year old is about 26 pounds.
I use it for both. My boys swim well but when we are floating down a river they wear their jackets, and of course for boating/tubing.
I believe so-check the information on Amazon-that's what I did.
What We Like
- A perfect match
- Perfect for kids weighing 30 to 50 pounds
- Versatile
What To Consider
- Plenty of buckles and straps to fasten and undo
01My son is 32" and 27lbs. we tried a 30-50 lbs DBX vest that fit well. will this fit the same? photos on children?+
We don't have photos of children wearing this model. However, it does fit very well, is extremely durable, and the straps do adjust so your child can make use of it well into the 50lb range.
02Will it turn a child in face up position?+
My 4 year old and 2 year old wear the same size and they both are face up in this jacket. I don't know how it would be for a younger child. My 2 year old is about 26 pounds.
03Can this be used for swimming at the beach, or is it not recommended for that but more for boat/tubing use?+
I use it for both. My boys swim well but when we are floating down a river they wear their jackets, and of course for boating/tubing.
04IS this US Coast Guard approved?+
I believe so-check the information on Amazon-that's what I did.
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