--- product_id: 36145992 title: "Stohlquist Men's Trekker Life Jacket/Personal Floatation Device" brand: "stohlquist waterware" price: "$111.81" currency: USD in_stock: false reviews_count: 7 category: "Apparel" url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/36145992-stohlquist-mens-trekker-life-jacket-personal-floatation-device store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Stohlquist Men's Trekker Life Jacket/Personal Floatation Device **Brand:** stohlquist waterware **Price:** $111.81 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Stohlquist Men's Trekker Life Jacket/Personal Floatation Device by stohlquist waterware - **How much does it cost?** $111.81 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/36145992-stohlquist-mens-trekker-life-jacket-personal-floatation-device) ## Best For - stohlquist waterware enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted stohlquist waterware brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Now updated with WRAPTURETM shaped torso. The back side has half flotation/half cool mesh to fit comfortably above the seat backs found in today’s rec-tour and sit- on-top boats. Features include a front zipper entry, with grip tab, adjustable padded shoulders, and roomy zippered front pockets. ## Features - nylon - 6" high - 18" wide - 500 Denier Cordura shell and 200 denier oxford liner - Cross-chest cinch harness for zero ride-up - Ventilated shoulder and back pad. - Hand Wash Soap and Water - China ## Images ![Stohlquist Men's Trekker Life Jacket/Personal Floatation Device - Image 1](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/61T1037WSvL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Size** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ So Good I'm buying a second one like it *by K***D on Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2017* I have the Large/XLarge in Black. I'm 6'1" 195 with 43" chest for your perspective. This size would fit an elephant. I am a kayaker and a waterfowl hunter. I put this PFD on over the top of my Cabelas 2 jacket layers arctic waterfowler's parka that I wear hunting down to Zero degrees. The attached photo shows how much additional "room" on the adjusting straps there is after cinching it over this parka. I put this on over my Sterns neoprene full size flotation work jacket with nearly the same amount of extra room for fitting over even more layers of clothing. Unless you are starting with a 50 inch chest, for most men this will cover you from summer in a tank top to winter with your parka on while trolling for Alaska's winter king salmon.As a kayaker I don't want a PFD with all those big pockets for holding a half dozen plano tackle boxes. That is NOT what a PFD should be used for. Besides that it adds bulk to your ability to move around and fish or paddle or just be comfortable. Keep your fishing gear in the boat. This PFD has two large pleated (bellows) pockets on the front that can expand according to what you want to carry. They are big enough to fit my VHF marine radio in with the antenna sticking out at the top of the zipper. Perfect if you fish from any boat on the ocean. Can easily hold your waterproof pouch for cell phone and other small items of necessity. The back side flotation is positioned on the top half of your back so it doesn't interfere with leaning back against my high back kayak seat. A great plus for long days paddling or peddling on the water.If you are a fisherman you are going to get this slimed. So although the yellow and red are better safety colors they are going to look pretty bad with blood, dirt, and slime so consider the darker color that won't show stains. Which brings up a great construction feature of this model. Most PFDs have 200 denier outer and inner shells. This Trekker model has a very tough 500 denier outer shell to take the punishment of active outdoorsmen and hold up to the occasional stray hook snag.The very thick flotation material has a rating of 18 pounds of dead weigh capacity. This in itself will float anyone that can fit in it. Most PFDs in large/XL sizes are only 17 to 17.5 pound float max. Speaking of the thickness of the foam, this is like body armor insulation. You will find it insulates your body core to prevent heat loss whether above the water or in the water if properly snugged. Leave it a bit looser if you need ventilation to stay cool in summer. I'm buying a second one for my second kayak.That brings up my last point. The multiple adjustment straps on this Trekker model are NO marketing gimmick. Its the real deal. The way the angles of tension from each strap pull to fit against your body or underlying layers of clothing and jackets truly does create an exceptional fit no matter your body shape or bulky clothes. I wish they would put this feature on more of their models. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Comfortable Paddling Vest *by A***R on Reviewed in the United States on October 2, 2017* Very comfortable paddling vest. The back of the vest stays clear of my seat and the arms allow ample movement for any stroke I need.It gives plenty of buoyancy, but support in the water is only marginal -- if you get knocked senseless you are liable to end up face down. This is a great vest as long as you are conscious to work with it -- good for use on open water, but I might look for something else on activities where a helmet is warranted.I do have one minor gripe -- the pockets are too small for my electronic gizmos. When I am in my touring yak the pockets on my vest are about the only pockets I can access without popping my cover -- it would be convenient if I could fit my GPS (5" screen) into one of those for easy access, but it just doesn't fit. Not a big deal to work around -- like I said, just a minor gripe. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This is a great life jacket *by L***V on Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2014* I purchased a cheap, one size fits all life jacket from a sporting goods store and it felt okay in the store. But for kayaking, it is terrible. It has no sizing on the shoulder straps, like this one does, and that makes a huge difference. (Notice the buckles on top of the shoulder straps). The cheap one comes up to the bottom of my ears when seating in the kayak. Of course, I took it off and stored it under the tie down straps on my kayak. When I turned over in my kayak, I had to hear a lecture from my wife about not having it on. So I purchased this one from Amazon. Received it in two days as a Prime customer. I've used it several times and I can customize the fit so many different ways it's amazing. This is by far the most comfortable life jacket I have ever owned. If you still want a cheap life jacket, at least put it on then try sitting down with it on. If it comes up to your ears, you don't want it. Then come back to Amazon and buy this one :) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/36145992-stohlquist-mens-trekker-life-jacket-personal-floatation-device](https://www.desertcart.us/products/36145992-stohlquist-mens-trekker-life-jacket-personal-floatation-device) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-05-16*