It's been 10 months and I could not be happier. This vest has seen at least 35 days ...
359235
My wife bought me this vest for my 39th birthday.  It's been 10 months and I could not be happier.  This vest has seen at least 35 days on the water and is holding up like a quality product should.  From 80 degree days above 10,000' to 15 degree days on the Arkansas river, I've used it pretty hard.  I love that I can take everything with me for a full day of fishing and never have to return to base for lunch, hydration, or equipment.  It may be a little much for those that like to travel lite, but it wears comfortably, and can carry A LOT of gear.  I have done multiple, long, hike-in trips carrying waders, boots, lunch, raingear, and fishing gear all on/in the vest (see pics).  It has basically become my fishing gear-bag.  Since I keep everything I need in or on the vest, it's a grab-n-go operation for me to go fishing.  If a person were to pack creatively and judiciously, this vest could be used for an overnight hike in trip instead of a backpack.  The way the fly boxes are positioned so that the open forward makes for a fantastic shelf-like work area to place tools and flies, and catch the micro trash that comes from fly and rigging changes.

Minor criticisms:  1) The velcro loop used to hold the rod against your chest is either not long enough and/or is poorly located.  It tends to come undone at less than opportune moments and is at an awkward angle if you are trying get into the front pockets, particularly the right side.
2) It could use some more reinforced gear loops.  I like to use carabiners or webbing to attach bulky items (e.g. wading boots,) to the outside of the pack.  The few locations available are not the most strategically located if you are going to be hiking any distance, and could put undue stress on critical seams. 3)  The zippers on the outermost side pockets are virtually inaccessible while the vest is on.  It usually takes me two hands to access either one, and almost always causes the Velcro rod loop to come undone, and my rod to pop out.
3532379
OK, maybe not thousands. But a lot.

I'd never thought about dog clothes until this year. I've always had large, furry, hot-bodied dogs who laughed in the face of cold weather ... Then we rescued a small mixed-breed puppy. He has fine soft fur and not much of it, and he shivers and shakes in the frosty morning, and does not want to go outside to play or pee. He needed some dog clothes!

After much trial and error I can confidently report - this vest rocks. Yes, it's a little pricey for a dog vest. But it's worth every cent, and not just because it's warm (and it is very warm).

Here's what makes this vest different from all others.

1. EASY ON & OFF.
The whole thing opens up so you can get it on without having to struggle to get head and legs through awkward openings in the jacket. It closes with velcro at the chest and side, so once you get the fit correct you can leave the head opening velcroed shut and slide it on over the dog's head. But if your dog doesn't like having things slid over his head, you can get this vest on without going through all that.

2. COMFORTABLE AROUND THE ARMS.
It has no sleeves, so there's no pinching, binding, or twisting around the dog's front legs, or bunching up of fabric at the chest if the sleeves are too far apart. Sleeves can be great if they are an exact fit for your dog's exact body. But how often does that happen with a ready-to-wear dog coat? Not often enough. This has plenty of room around the arms, so the dog has full range of motion.

3. FULL CHEST COVERAGE.
I needed something to keep my dog warm, not just keep the rain off his back. This design covers his entire upper belly and chest, all the way up to his neck. The side closure makes it adjustable around the chest, so you can get a nice snug fit to keep out the drafts.

4. IT'S REVERSIBLE.
This wasn't a huge selling point for me but it's actually pretty cool. It's like getting two vests for the price of one!

5. SIZING MAKES SENSE.
You order by length of the back and there are a lot of different sizes, not just S-M-L. In my exploration of the dog vest universe I found vests with the same back and chest dimensions, labeled XS through Large! The labeling was totally inconsistent with the actual sizing. When you order by inches, you can measure your dog's back and know for sure what size you're going to need. Simple.

In closing - thank you, RC Pet Products, for making a dog vest that is not only warm but also smartly designed with real dogs and humans in mind. We love it!
4445487
I luv it ! I've been telling everyone I know about this vest. I went from 39 inches around my waist to 35 in a matter of 2 months. Of course I made some lifestyle changes and exercise when I can. Who ever invented this vest is truly a blessing to women who what to loose their belly fat in a hurry.
4937449
have had the precursor to this vest (same one just bought 2 years ago) and ALSO use it for kiting on big wave days in offshore winds...and find it is absolutely perfect and better than any other impact or kayak "brick" vest that I ever used. Im 6ft2, 90 kilos and it fits fine even with my wetsuit on (i also have the M/L size) and yet I can cinch it down and it more or less works for my 5ft, 55 kilo girlfriend as well.
I use waist harness and find that the size of the vest is just right so as not to interfere unless the waist harness rides up abnormally. Sometimes on real cold days I use it just as an added windbreak/thermal layer and its excellent.
523244
It arrived! I got nervous and trusted the review that said to order one size up?
DONT. It is obviously one size too big for me. It fits exactly as it should - I just have the wrong size.
It has that leather smell and feel that I love, it's sturdy but not stiff leather. I love everything about this vest. The pockets? REAL people pockets. I could truly conceal carry in this vest. The pockets are deep enough I won't worry about losing my items. Everything about this item is fantastic as far as I can tell.
Will update when I have a vest my own size

Update:
My new vest is perfect. I'm bust, so the lacing had to be adjusted but this vest is perfect for me because I can pack those pockets and not look silly. I've been using it for a while now and it is a QUALITY product.
If you're looking between a couple different options, THIS ONE is the right choice. It really is.
2216752
Wow. I can't believe how nice this vest is! Can't wait to get my patches on!
4233713
Love this vest. Have friends who all wanted to try this out. Ranging from 140lbs to 300lbs, it fit all great with adjustment. I love the fact that it has MOLLE on both sides I have dump pouch, first aid kit and pouch for keys, phone and miscellaneous. It gives the user the capability to fit their needs and it holds up great to abuse.
4255374
I just received this today and I am impressed with the quality of the vest and of the weights. I was worried that the weights would be sand filled bags like my old weighted vest had which broke leaving a sandy mess everywhere.  The weights on this vest are solid metal bars and the weights are distributed in the front and back, with the majority in the back. The vest is padded in the shoulder area and feels comfortable when on. The velcro straps are adjustable and provide a snug fit.  I'm 4'11.5" tall and the bottom of the vest stops at my upper abdomen, just slightly above my belly button.

I thought that I would be able to use all 10 weights (30 lbs total) right away but it's way too heavy for me.  I removed 6 of the bars and distributed the remaining 4 bars in the front and back of the vest.  I will add them back as I get stronger.  I would recommend the CAP Barbell Weighted Vest as well as the seller; my vest arrived in perfect condition with all 10 weights and at the estimated delivery time.
3731506
I would like to say that the ladies size small fit me as I desired. It is a tad tight across the chest, but a medium was just too large all over. I am 5'4", weight about 124 and wear 34B. I believe that in order for this vest to cool you, it has to have direct contact with as much skin as possible. A medium only touched me at the shoulders. The small really fits, so it touches everywhere. The chest snugness is never an issue with the size small. I wear a tank top under the vest, which is always damp from the vest. When I take it all off, all of my skin that was in contact with the vest, is cool to the touch.

I have MS and use this vest when I exercise at the gym. Before using the vest, my workouts were very difficult. I could not see well, think clearly or move well enough to do anything but rest for 10 minutes after just a few minutes of mild exercise.

Now I put the wet vest on over my tank top before leaving home. I drink a frozen fruit & vanilla soy milk smoothie while I sit in the AC with a fan pointed at me. Then I get in the car with the AC aimed at the vest. I am able to perform well enough with the vest to actually complete 20 minutes of elliptical/recumbent bike/treadmill at my 80th percentile, rest 10 minutes, then get on a different machine to get the other ten minutes.

I have used it for going to the supermarket and to get some housework done. I don't think it would work as well for me out in the 90 degree heat. But with the AC blasting, I am very happy these days.

It works well for my needs.
3401089
I was absolutely amazed at the quality of this vest! I have been waiting patiently for about 6 months to purchase a vest like this, and so glad I waited until I found this one. You can't beat the price and it looks exactly like the J Crew Herringbone Vest. It does fit a little smaller, so I would suggest a size up for comfort and so you can fit t-shirts or flannels under it. LOVE IT!
111841
High quality safety vest, well made, and a really great deal for the price. I wear it every day for work and even had a back patch sewn on with no problem. After I got my first vest I was so impressed with it I ordered another one. I have had many of my coworkers ask where I got it, and I tell them exactly how to get one on Amazon. I will purchase another one soon just to have another extra one.
709321
I absolutely love this vest. I had wanted one for over a year but couldn't bring myself to spend the money on myself, but boy am I glad I finally did!!! My favorite piece of clothing! It is so warm, and comfortable. I don't find it heavy at all. The material will hold up for a very long time. Well worth the money.
386658
I had my doubts about this vest at first because of the low price but this vest is of top notch quality. The build and quality of this vest is at excellent especially considering the price. I've been using this in my HIIT workouts and my Pullups/Chinups/Dips and this vest holds up like a champ with a great snug fit. The shipping is amazing fast. I was going to put off my back workout to wait for the vest thinking that it would take a least a week to get here and to my surprise the vest was waiting for me only two days after ordering. To sum it up this is a very good weighted vest and along with good shipping makes for a overall pleasurable online shopping experience.
53353
OK, waited one year to write this review and...5 stars. This is the best dog backpack we've ever had. Appreciate the vinyl ones we were first introduced to but when we went to this one we had hopes it would last a bit longer than 3 months. It has. It's a year in and still perfect.

And we use it as a 'weighted vest' with approx 15 lbs in there right now.
1270067
I have had one of these vests for 3 years and have almost worn it out.  It fits nicely, wears well and I love the good-sized zip pockets.  I just bought this new one and it fits the same with equal quality.  The color is true to the picture.
4649074
I took a chance on this quilted lightweight vest and I'm so glad I did.  It looks really smart and fits wonderfully.  Very stylish.  I like the details on it.  Not too thick, but not too thin.  Warm but not too warm.  I plan on wearing this mostly in cooler, not freezing cold temps, obviously, so this will do just fine.  I love how the hood zips out to make it more versatile. I got the navy and am pleased with that color selection.  Since reviews with people's body size specifications help me so much when trying to decide on a size online (I wish more people would include that info!), I'm going to share those details.  For  reference, I'm 5'9", about 165-170 lbs, 38C chest and the XL fits me perfectly.  My size is usually either L or XL, depending, but the fact I'm wearing this over other shirts, I decided to go for the XL, and that was definitely the way to go.  It has the ideal amount of room for me to wear it over shirts/sweaters.  Overall, in my opinion, it's a really good deal.  Nice quality, affordable price.  I guess the only thing that remains to be seen is how it holds up over time and through some washes, but so far, it's great.
14836
This vest is absolutely awesome!!  I did my first 50K wearing this vest and it worked great!  I bought the 70oz bladder with it (sold separately).  I filled the bladder 1/2 way in the beginning and it was great... filled it again 1/2 way through the run.  I carried many gu's, my glasses, an iPhone, salt tablets in the other pockets and the pouches in the front where the two water bottle pouches are.  I don't use the front water bottles.  This vest fit amazingly snug like a glove.  I had no chaffing at all.  I would highly recommend this to anyone doing Ultra's, great vest!!!