Follow Affiliate Impact Vest - Black

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Vest Size: M
Fit Profile Tapered Fit
Impact Vest (Non-CGA)
Runs Small
(Most Size Up)
Fits True
(Shirt Size)

Rider Insight:Impact vests fit snug and true to shirt size. We recommend sizing down if you are between sizes for the best performance.

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Vest Size: M
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Essential Fit Guide

"IF IT ZIPS, IT FITS"

All vests must fit snug like a compression shirt. Neoprene is designed to expand when wet for a custom "wet-fit."

CURRENT SELECTION Impact Vests (NCGA) 10-15% Stretch

Will contour significantly after a few sessions.

Life Jackets (CGA) 8-10% Stretch

Less expansion due to thicker foam.

The Golden Rule:
If your vest zips up effortlessly on land, it is likely too big. A loose vest will ride up past your ears once you hit the water.

Pro Tip: Follow cuts their vests with precision. Please check the description for specific Relaxed or Tapered fit profiles.

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Sizing Guide & Fit Specs

Fit Profile: Tapered Fit — "If it zips, it fits."

Size Chest (In) Navel (In)
M 35.3 - 37.2 33.3 - 35.3
L 37.2 - 40.0 35.3 - 37.2
XL 40.0 - 42.3 37.2 - 40.0
2XL 42.3 - 46.6 40.0 - 42.3

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Follow Fit Architecture

1) Men's Relaxed Fit

The Follow Relaxed Fit is engineered for all-day comfort and a universal waist profile. Fitting true to your standard T-shirt size, this profile scales perfectly for the everyday rider. Available in sizes Medium to 2XL.

2) Tapered Fit

A refined, tapered chest combined with a slightly wider waist for a secure, locked-in feel that doesn't feel restrictive around the hips. Available in sizes Medium to 2XL.

Product Overview

Rider Driven. Pro-Tier Versatility.
The 2026 Follow Affiliate in Black fuses classic aesthetics with cutting-edge performance. Now featuring Quad-S™ (Seriously Soft-Super Stretchy) Neoprene, this vest delivers a second-skin fit that moves intuitively with your every grab and rotation. The unique sublimated pattern and Dual Layer Construction provide a rugged yet flexible outer shell that prevents foam-shifting session after session. Whether you’re sending it behind the boat on a wakeboard, carving the pocket while wakesurfing, or hitting technical features at the cable park, the Affiliate offers the protection and freedom required for elite-level riding.

The Affiliate Tapered Fit Advantage
To provide the locked-in feel needed for high-impact sports like wakefoiling and waterskiing, the Affiliate utilizes Follow's signature Tapered Fit. This architecture provides a strong, firm chest wrap that narrows significantly toward the waist, ensuring a secure, anatomical fit that won't ride up or shift during a crash. Supported by the TrueFit™ Liner, the Affiliate eliminates internal movement, giving you a predictable center of gravity and total confidence in your gear across all towed water sports.

CGA vs Impact Vest — What is the difference?

Note: Some impact vests, like the Ronix Vader, look like a CGA vest with 3 points of contact (zipper + buckles) but are in fact Impact Vests. Always verify the safety rating before purchasing.

Coast Guard Approved
Zipper + 2 Buckles or 3 Buckles
Standard Flex (Highest Buoyancy)
U.S. Life-Saving Device
Public Waterways & PWC (Jet Ski)
8-10% Expansion with Use
Impact / Comp (This Vest)
Typically 1 Point (Zipper Only)
Elite Flex (Thinner / Lighter)
Flotation Aid / Impact Protection
Most lakes allow if there is a CGA Vest on the boat for each person
10-15% Expansion with Use

FAQ'S: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How does the "Rider-Designed Segmentation" help with wakeboarding? +
Sam Brown is known for technical perfection. This segmentation is mapped to the torso's natural hinge points, ensuring that when you're tucked for a grab or spinning a 720 on a wakeboard, the vest moves with your muscles rather than creating a flat surface that fights against you.
Is the Tapered Fit too aggressive for waterskiing? +
Not at all. In fact, most advanced skiers prefer it. At waterski speeds, a loose vest is a liability. The Tapered Fit keeps the vest suctioned to your core, ensuring you remain streamlined and protected during high-load carves without any parachute-effect or gear-drag.
Why is Quad-S™ Neoprene a game changer for wakesurfing? +
Wakesurfing is all about the "feel." Quad-S™ (Seriously Soft-Super Stretchy) neoprene is significantly more flexible than standard materials. It allows the vest to be thinner and softer against your skin, making it the most comfortable wakesurf vest for long, casual afternoons on the wave.
Does the "TrueFit™ Liner" help with wakefoiling balance? +
Yes. Wakefoiling balance is easily disrupted by gear-shift. The TrueFit™ Liner bonds the internal Featherweight Foam to the shell, ensuring there is zero internal slosh. This gives you a stable, predictable center of gravity that is essential for maintaining a steady flight on your wakefoil.

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