will this fit a 130-150lb adult about 5'3"tall? Once in the water, does jacket ride upward so much that it is impossible to swim &amp;play or suffocating?
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The jacket is highly adjustable. That said, it should adjust that much, I am 5'7" and weigh 210 Lb. I think that the adjustment is there. As for how the jacket reacts in the water I really can't say as I haven't been in the water with it on. I use it on my boat and thankfully haven't had to test that feature. I would think, for me, it would preform well as the fit is good. I can say that for a life vest it is fairly comfortable to wear.
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This is NOT a wet suit (or dry suit) jacket. When you first hit the water it makes you maybe a bit colder for a few seconds, but then helps you be warmer. What it does best is keeps your shoulders from being cold. I use it for Water Aerobics, where we are in 10' of 78-84 degree pool water with flotation belts (remember, ocean water feels warmer at lower temps than does fresh water). We are upright with our shoulders out of the water. Will it keep you warm in water below 76 or so? NO.
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I'm 5'3'' and 130 lbs and it fits just fine. There are a lot of expandable straps that help it expand and contract quite a bit.
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I purchased a medium.I am 5`3 and about 145pcs.Jacket fits well,the only thing it is a tight fit around the bottom.To zipper it I to pull it up and then pull it back down.I do like the fit,it's very comfortable.I would watch the waistline,if that's an issue.
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I am 99% confident that it wouldn't get in the way of his little legs, and it's such a great life jacket for the price!!! I use for my yorkie and she doggy-paddles like a madwomen without any problems.
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I am 5'7" and weigh approx. 190...it will fit me so I'd think it will fit you. I bought one, then was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis so probably cannot do anymore umpiring....My pack is for sale....NEVER BEEN USED, STILL IN ORIGINAL PLASTIC PACKAGING. Asking $125. if anyone wants it. I'm in Boca Raton. email me....howard423@aol.com
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I have one of these and am also a large woman. Extended all the way, it measures 48". Once strapped on and in the water, you will find that you have to tighten it some. I have spinal problems and this is a blessing. Hope this helps.
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My son is 15 and medium/slight swimmers build about 5'6" and I got him the adult large, it fits him a little roomy but he likes it like that and it will last him all through high school. Hope this helps :)
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We returned ours because the sizing chart wasn't accurate....we meant to purchase another but never got around to it. I will try to help from what I remember.....It was very good quality. Any life jacket will restrict some movement...but they will definitely be able to navigate. Neoprene is the breathable material that is used in things like wet suits.....it is a very comfortable material .....hope this helps :)
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Perfect. I'm five feet tall, and I love mine! It has adjustable straps. It is so much more comfortable than a regular life vest. I got the manual version, because there are times when I want to get in the water to get rocks or driftwood. I got the automatic version for my husband, who is a heart patient and fishes from a boat and doesn't intentionally get in the water.
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Albert: I am 6'5" 230. I ordered the "XX large" and it fit great. The sides of the vest completely break apart and attach by Velcro, making it easy to increase/decrease circumference fit. My waist is 42" and there is PLENTY of real estate on the 2X to increase from 42" up. Great vest, tons of Molly straps. The only thing I would suggest is looking for a belt loop apparatus to connect the vest to your waist so when you sit in a vehicle the vest doesn't raise up. I found that annoying, but maybe that's just me. I let a family member use it for a while and they loved the vest and didn't know what I was talking about! Hope this helps
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The vest I ordered was too small and seemed very stiff. I doubt if you could swim in it because it basically keeps your head and shoulders out of the water; I guess, just as a lifejacket is suppose to do. I hope this helps you with your decision.
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I would buy a life jacket that matches the child's weight. This is an adult life jacket so unless it is an older child that is close to the size of a woman, I wouldn't use this.
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I would not recommend this for a child that age. I mange an indoor pool and this is a great product that we get a lot of use out of, but children older (larger) that a two-year old are big enough and strong enough to easily tip this toy over. Once tipped over, an older child's legs get caught in the leg holes, and they get trapped upside down. For safe pool play, I would recommend the Supersoft Life Jacket from Texas recreation (fun, comfortable, and safe) and of course constant adult supervision. =) Swimways also makes a regular kid or adult sized Spring Float that would be safer when paired with a lifejacket. Hope that helps!
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I cant really say about a jacket, i use this on my dirtbike and i put a white tee shirt under it, i dont where anything over it unless its chilly then i throw my jersey over it. Im 5'11" and 200 lbs. My jersey is an X large but thats way too big for me so i dont where it most times. I would imagine a large jacket should fit over it but if i was you i would go try one on at the bike store to get a good fit before u order one.
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Hello Joe,We state in our description, "The suit is 6 ft from the top of the hood to the ankle elastic gathering and seems to fit best for those between 5' 9" and 6' 4" (although will work for those shorter as the model pictured is only 5' 5")" And, "The waist is roughly 50" , Sleeves measure 29" to the shoulders"I hope this will help you in determining if the suit will fit you.Sincerely,Taylor W.VIVO
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It might be a little big. I used it for mine that was about that weight. It slid down when she was not completely in the water. But when she was completely in the water and swimming around, it worked well and it gave her confidence to swim. She used it last year when she was just 20-21 lbs. She is now about 30lbs and used it this past month on vacation too. Great product. She jumps right not the water on her own when wearing it.