StohlquistWomen's Betsea Lifejacket (PFD)

Love the color, and also so appreciate that the Betsea-style is made specifically for the Female body! Thank you!

I love this PFD. I am a whitewater canoeing and kayaking instructor. I am active, but plus size, and this jacket is perfect. It has the right amount of buoyancy for my weight, room for breast tissue (I’m currently breastfeeding!), and plenty of adjustment.My only caution is the back goes a little low for some SOT kayak seats, so be aware if you plan to use it for that!PFD is NOT compatible with swift water rescue belt. Again, this is more my flat water or up to class II rapids PFD and I prefer it for comfort, anything more in rapids and I wear my rescue PFD.For reference: womens 20/22, bra size 44C (44G with breastfeeding…so all cup sizes in between too), 260lbs, 5’8”, and a large german bone structure.

This life jacket is PERFECT for breast cancer survivors! Due to a lumpectomy for breast cancer I could not find a comfortable life jacket because of scar tissue. Every other life jacket either caused pain when properly snugged down or had to be worn loose to avoid pain. A loose life jacket can be a hazard in fast water.I was thrilled to be able to wear my Stohlquist Women’s life jacket properly fitted for a full 9 mile float with no discomfort. This product should me advertised for cancer survivors. Thanks Stohlquist!

Wore this to go stand up paddle boarding the other day and ended up falling in the water. Really glad I had my vest on since I am not a swimmer. Kept me afloat until my friends helped me get back on my board. It’s super comfortable, great colors and doesn’t interfere with movement.

Finally found a life vest designed with the smaller woman in mind. I’m 5’ tall and measure 32”, 25”, 35” (hips, waist, hips) and the petite is perfect!! It’s bulky as most PFDs are, but I have full range of motion. It also does not sit long on my torso. It’s pricey, but after trying on a million ill-fitting PFDs, it’s worth it for the fit and quality. Can’t wait to take this on my SUP and kayak.

Absolutely love this PFD. I've only used it a couple of times now but enjoy wearing it when I'm out in the kayak — I always tossed a life jacket into the kayak cause it was uncomfortable to wear. This one doesn't get in my way of paddling, it's snug without being suffocating, it has some great pockets, and sits high on the back so it doesn't interfere with the seat back. Now I wear it every time I'm on the water!

Most comfortable life jacket this DDD lady has ever owned. Only drawback is that the stamped label on the inside does not state "USCG Type III" so regulatory agencies may not accept this jacket as sufficient to the law which could end in a felony. I've seen it happen.

I love the fit. This PFD fits perfect and is very comfortable. I hardly knew it was there. I highly recommend.