Wearing a life vest is essential for engaging in watersports. You have the option to select an impact vest, which offers enhanced maneuverability and comfort, or a Coast Guard Approved (CGA) vest for superior safety. Wakesports provides a wide range of vests suitable for the entire family.
Rise Women's Impact Vest Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit true to shi...
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A NEW WOMEN’S FLOTATION COSTUME Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit true...
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SURFACE - CGA LIFE VEST Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit true to shir...
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CAMEO 2.0 - WOMEN'S CGA LIFE VEST Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit tr...
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The foundation of kid’s CGA jackets. Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all f...
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SAFETY DOESN’T TAKE A VACATION Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit true t...
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THE ULTIMATE WAKESURF INSPIRED CGA VEST Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all ...
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PEAK PERFORMANCE IN A TEEN'S VEST. Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit t...
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The foundation of kid’s CGA jackets. Keep your little one safe and happy on the boat with this lightweight, water-resistant life vest for girls up...
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JAKE PELOT SIGNATURE VEST. Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit true t...
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The foundation of kid’s CGA jackets. A lightweight water resistant girl's vest 30 to 50 LBS. Using materials and designs that will keep your c...
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WATSON CGA The Watson CGA has all the comfort and mobility of a competition vest, but with CGA rated flotation! Important, please read before pur...
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STAPLE VEST Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit true to shirt size. Plea...
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OVER 30 YEARS IN THE MAKING. Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit true ...
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BUOYANCY ON A BUDGET Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit true to shirt s...
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TOP GROM CHILD CGA VEST The new standard in kid’s life jackets These jackets are made from a softer inner and outer neoprene material, have adde...
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WOMEN'S BREEZE COMP Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!"IF IT ZIPS, IT FITS"All life jackets CGA and impact NCGA vest should ...
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LOOK GOOD – RIDE GOOD Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit true to shirt ...
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SQUAD COMP Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!"IF IT ZIPS, IT FITS"All life jackets CGA and impact NCGA vest should fit very...
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RUSH CGA The Liquid Force Rush CGA is a lightweight Coast Guard Approved life jacket designed to meet all your watersport activity needs. Importa...
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Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit true to shirt size. Please read the ...
View full details"IF IT ZIPS, IT FITS"All life jackets CGA and impact NCGA vest should fit very snug, like a compression shirt. These vests will stretch out after...
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RUSH CGA The Liquid Force Rush CGA is a lightweight Coast Guard Approved life jacket designed to meet all your watersport activity needs. Importa...
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POINTBREAK YES MEN'S CGA VEST Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit true t...
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LANAI YOUTH CGA For the Grom'ettes looking to shred in style! Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket! All life jacket styles f...
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WOMEN'S BREEZE CLAUDIA PRO COMP Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!"IF IT ZIPS, IT FITS"All life jackets CGA and impact NCGA...
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WOMEN'S GHOST COMP Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!"IF IT ZIPS, IT FITS"All life jackets CGA and impact NCGA vest should ...
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THE PINNACLE OF UNASSUMING FLAMBOYANCE. Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all ...
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RUCKUS YOUTH CGA Suit up and get out on the water with the peace of mind knowing there's nothing but fun times ahead. Important, please read bef...
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A new Women's CGA vest free of restrictions. IMPERIAL CAPELLA 3.0 Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fi...
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The new standard in kid’s life jackets TOP GROM YOUTH CGA VEST Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket! All life jacket styles fi...
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Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit true to shirt size. Please read the d...
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DID YOU KNOW STONES FLOAT? Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit true to...
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TOP GROM TODDLER CGA VEST The new standard in kid’s life jackets Style, comfort, and safety join forces in our Ronix Top Grom Toddler CGA Life Ve...
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GIRL'S CHILD VEST (30 TO 50 LBS.) Kids stay comfortable in this CGA vest, with no hotspots and a cozy fleece lining to give them a soft, friction-...
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Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit true to shirt size. Please read the ...
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TRA BOY'S YOUTH CGA LIFE VEST (50-90LBS) Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all...
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Designed for the tweens and teens in your life that like to push the limits! KOA JUNIOR CGA Important, please read before purchasing a life jac...
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LITTLE BROTHER TO THE VOLCOM CAPELLA. Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fi...
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RADAR X 3.0 - CGA LIFE VEST Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit true to ...
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BOY'S CHILD VEST (30-50LBS) Comfort is key when it comes to kids wearing CGA vests, we’ve eliminated hotspots and added fleece lining to prevent r...
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AVALON YES Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit true to shirt size. Pleas...
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TIDAL VEST Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit true to shirt size. Pleas...
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Checking the comfort and freedom boxes. MEGACORP CAPELLA 3.0 Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket! All life jacket styles fit di...
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JODI GRASSMAN SIGNATURE JACKET STORM JACKET HYPERLITE NCGA VESTS RUN SMALL AND SUGGEST ORDERING A SIZE UP. Important, please read before purchasin...
View full detailsJust like a compression shirt, all life jackets CGA and impact NCGA vests should fit very snugly. If you think it’s too sung, remember this all-important phrase for life vest fittings, “IF IT ZIPS, IT FITS.” With time, these vests will begin to stretch after several uses and become more comfortable. Wearing a life vest that easily zips up without any effort is likely too big and will ride up off your shoulders over time, defeating the purpose of wearing one in the first place.
Life jackets should fit snugly around the torso but still allow for a full range of motion from the arms. Another way to determine if a life jacket fits correctly is if it can move up to your mouth after being strapped to the waist (it shouldn't). If the jacket can move up at all, it can be unsafe to wear in the water.
When determining if a life vest is a good fit, it’s worth having someone else tug on it when your arms are raised. This way, you know whether the jacket will stay on if you get bounced around in the water. If someone can pull it off of you easily, it's way too large.
Another point to consider is the length and width of the jacket. Your arms may fit through the holes, but if the jacket is too short or too small, it may not provide sufficient buoyancy.
Coast Guard Approved (CGA) life vests are designed to keep you buoyant and prevent your head from going underwater, especially if you're unconscious. According to regulations, all watercrafts are required to have CGA life vests on board for each person over 16. Most states require individuals 15 years old and under to wear a CGA vest at all times while on a boat or in the water. However, if you're going out into the water from a dock or the shore, those regulations may not apply. It’s important that you check local boating laws and regulations since they vary by state.
Impact life jackets, however, are designed to minimize the effect of an impact against the water at high speeds. Typically, those involved in wakeboarding, wakesurfing, and waterskiing will wear an impact vest to mitigate any damage to the torso (i.e., bruised or cracked ribs). People also wear impact vests for comfort and maneuverability while partaking in these watersport activities. While impact life jackets can protect your torso, they do not have the ability to keep your head above water if you are knocked unconscious, nor can they save your life in an emergency. Also, it's possible to wear an impact vest and have a reserve CGA vest available, just in case.
The primary difference between these two types of life jackets is that impact vests are unregulated. So, each brand and manufacturer has its own specifications and designs. Some vests are better at keeping you out of the water than others, but it's hard to tell until you wear the vest.
CGA vests are the gold standard for water safety. They are best for water sports, including canoeing, wakesurfing, waterskiing, wakeboarding, and more. Since they are designed to save lives by keeping you afloat, even if you're unconscious.
However, if you're participating in high-impact water sports, an impact vest would be better. Although the buoyancy varies from brand to brand, you can protect your torso better if you hit the water at high speeds.
At Wakesports, we're proud to offer all the top brands for both CGA life vests and impact vests. Some of our top-selling brands include:
Our sales team can help you find exactly what you need so you stay safe but at the same time have fun on the water. Plus, we have a wide selection of colors and designs for men, women, and children, so you can find something that suits your sense of style as well. If you're unsure what size you need, you can discuss options with us, and we'll help you get the best fit.
All of the CGA and impact life vests we offer at Wakesports are guaranteed to be some of the best on the market. With that said, some options are more popular than others. Below are a few of our recommendations:
CGA Life Vests:
Impact Life Vests:
SURFACE - CGA LIFE VEST Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit true to shir...
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THE ULTIMATE WAKESURF INSPIRED CGA VEST Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all ...
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JAKE PELOT SIGNATURE VEST. Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit true t...
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WATSON CGA The Watson CGA has all the comfort and mobility of a competition vest, but with CGA rated flotation! Important, please read before pur...
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STAPLE VEST Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit true to shirt size. Plea...
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BUOYANCY ON A BUDGET Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit true to shirt s...
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RUSH CGA The Liquid Force Rush CGA is a lightweight Coast Guard Approved life jacket designed to meet all your watersport activity needs. Importa...
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RUSH CGA The Liquid Force Rush CGA is a lightweight Coast Guard Approved life jacket designed to meet all your watersport activity needs. Importa...
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POINTBREAK YES MEN'S CGA VEST Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit true t...
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DID YOU KNOW STONES FLOAT? Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit true to...
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LITTLE BROTHER TO THE VOLCOM CAPELLA. Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fi...
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RADAR X 3.0 - CGA LIFE VEST Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit true to ...
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Checking the comfort and freedom boxes. MEGACORP CAPELLA 3.0 Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket! All life jacket styles fit di...
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OVER 30 YEARS IN THE MAKING. Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit true ...
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SQUAD COMP Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!"IF IT ZIPS, IT FITS"All life jackets CGA and impact NCGA vest should fit very...
View full details"IF IT ZIPS, IT FITS"All life jackets CGA and impact NCGA vest should fit very snug, like a compression shirt. These vests will stretch out after...
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THE PINNACLE OF UNASSUMING FLAMBOYANCE. Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all ...
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TIDAL VEST Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit true to shirt size. Pleas...
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View full detailsSIGNAL NO. V PROFIT 2 – IMPACT VEST When our family riders needed something that could handle their wild adventures, and l...
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View full detailsBP PRO NO. XI PROFIT – IMPACT VEST Engineered for maximum impact protection while the TrueFit© liner moves along with your body an...
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View full detailsTBA NO. II ASYMMETRIC PROFIT SHORT – IMPACT VEST At first glance the offset-asymmetrical structure of the TBA looks like the future of v...
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A NEW WOMEN’S FLOTATION COSTUME Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit true...
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CAMEO 2.0 - WOMEN'S CGA LIFE VEST Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit tr...
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SAFETY DOESN’T TAKE A VACATION Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit true t...
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A new Women's CGA vest free of restrictions. IMPERIAL CAPELLA 3.0 Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fi...
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AVALON YES Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit true to shirt size. Pleas...
View full detailsBreaking hearts and shredding sets behind the boat! WOMEN'S HEARTBREAKER CGA Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket! All life jac...
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HARMONIZED NEOPRENE VEST WOMENS PHOENIX Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not ...
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Rise Women's Impact Vest Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit true to shi...
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WOMEN'S BREEZE COMP Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!"IF IT ZIPS, IT FITS"All life jackets CGA and impact NCGA vest should ...
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WOMEN'S BREEZE CLAUDIA PRO COMP Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!"IF IT ZIPS, IT FITS"All life jackets CGA and impact NCGA...
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WOMEN'S GHOST COMP Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!"IF IT ZIPS, IT FITS"All life jackets CGA and impact NCGA vest should ...
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JODI GRASSMAN SIGNATURE JACKET STORM JACKET HYPERLITE NCGA VESTS RUN SMALL AND SUGGEST ORDERING A SIZE UP. Important, please read before purchasin...
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BEC GANGE SIGNATURE JACKET CADENCE JACKET HYPERLITE NCGA VESTS RUN SMALL AND SUGGEST ORDERING A SIZE UP. Important, please read before purchasing ...
View full detailsSIGNAL CORD NO. IV LADIES FLEXFIT – IMPACT VEST Rethink the affordable vest. Ride, chill, repeat in this combination of natu...
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View full detailsImportant, please read before purchasing a life jacket!"IF IT ZIPS, IT FITS"All life jackets CGA and impact NCGA vest should fit very snug, like a...
View full detailsPHARAOH NO. IV LADIES PROFIT – IMPACT VEST Delivering lightweight stretch neoprene letting you move naturally. Tri-Neo construct...
View full detailsPHARAOH NO. IV LADIES PROFIT – IMPACT VEST Crafted from lightweight stretch neoprene with Duraprene©, Secureprene©, and Quad-S© ...
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The foundation of kid’s CGA jackets. Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all f...
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PEAK PERFORMANCE IN A TEEN'S VEST. Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit t...
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The foundation of kid’s CGA jackets. Keep your little one safe and happy on the boat with this lightweight, water-resistant life vest for girls up...
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The foundation of kid’s CGA jackets. A lightweight water resistant girl's vest 30 to 50 LBS. Using materials and designs that will keep your c...
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TOP GROM CHILD CGA VEST The new standard in kid’s life jackets These jackets are made from a softer inner and outer neoprene material, have adde...
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LOOK GOOD – RIDE GOOD Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all fit true to shirt ...
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LANAI YOUTH CGA For the Grom'ettes looking to shred in style! Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket! All life jacket styles f...
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RUCKUS YOUTH CGA Suit up and get out on the water with the peace of mind knowing there's nothing but fun times ahead. Important, please read bef...
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The new standard in kid’s life jackets TOP GROM YOUTH CGA VEST Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket! All life jacket styles fi...
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TOP GROM TODDLER CGA VEST The new standard in kid’s life jackets Style, comfort, and safety join forces in our Ronix Top Grom Toddler CGA Life Ve...
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GIRL'S CHILD VEST (30 TO 50 LBS.) Kids stay comfortable in this CGA vest, with no hotspots and a cozy fleece lining to give them a soft, friction-...
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TRA BOY'S YOUTH CGA LIFE VEST (50-90LBS) Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all...
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Designed for the tweens and teens in your life that like to push the limits! KOA JUNIOR CGA Important, please read before purchasing a life jac...
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BOY'S CHILD VEST (30-50LBS) Comfort is key when it comes to kids wearing CGA vests, we’ve eliminated hotspots and added fleece lining to prevent r...
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BOY'S TODDLER VEST (0-30LBS) Soft, fleece lining prevents rubbing or hotspots, while durable construction ensures top-level protection. SIZE WE...
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The new standard in kid’s life jackets LAGUNA TODDLER CGA VEST Soft, comfortable, and crafted to float, it's packed with premium features like smo...
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The new standard in kid’s life jackets LAGUNA YOUTH CGA VEST Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket! All life jacket styles fit ...
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The new standard in kid’s life jackets LAGUNA CHILD CGA VEST These jackets are made from a softer inner and outer neoprene material, have added...
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US COAST GUARD & TRANSPORT CANADA APPROVED GIRLS YOUTH INDY - CGA VEST - LARGE Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All...
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TRA BOY'S TEEN CGA LIFE VEST (75-125LBS) Important, please read before purchasing a life jacket!All life jacket styles fit differently and not all...
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