Prolimit Impactvest Ladies Flare Full Padded Frontzip Blue

Prolimit Impact vest Women's Flare Full is designed for kitesurfers, wind- and wingfoilers who want protection during jumps, water starts and touch-downs without the vest getting in the way. The feminine fit fits nicely around chest and waist; fully padded panels spread impact over a larger area and cushion the initial blow when your board or foil hits you in chop. The flexible neoprene outer moves with you, while the front zipper makes donning and doffing easy and stays flush under your trapeze. Roomy armholes let reaching, pumping and running feel natural without chafing in your armpit, and the low collar doesn't press against hood or helmet. The smooth exterior doesn't snag on leashes or rails, and the soft interior dries quickly and feels comfortable over your wetsuit. Strategic drainages allow water to leave immediately, so the vest stays light when you immediately re-hook up after a fall.

On Dutch water, you'll especially notice the calmness and predictability this vest provides when the wind turns or waves increase. During jumps, your upper body remains better protected without impeding your breathing; during long races, the fit keeps the core stable, allowing you to sail with less muscle tension. Under both waist and seat trapeze, everything stays firmly in place, with a zipper position that prevents the spreader bar from digging into the vest. After the session, rinse off salt and sand in a minute; materials and stitching are chosen for durability, so fit and cushioning are maintained session after session. The Flare Full is an impact vest: it provides protection and a touch of buoyancy, but is not 50N-certified and does not replace an official auxiliary buoyancy device when spot or conditions call for it. So you get the protection you need, with the freedom of movement you seek for long, varied days on the water.