My kid wore this on our lake trip and the buckle system held up perfectly through a full afternoon of kayaking. It's light enough that she forgot she had it on, which is huge for an 8-year-old who hates bulky gear.
Jason W.★★★★★
The padding sits just right around the chest without riding up, even when my daughter was paddling hard against the wind. It's light enough that she forgot she had it on after an hour of fishing from the dock. Solid buy for any kid who loves the water.
Christopher★★★★★
My son wore this all day on our canoe trip and forgot he had it on, which says everything about the comfort. The vest kept him floating easily when we stopped for a swim, and the straps stayed put without chafing.