The Stohlquist Fit Youth Life Jacket is a Coast Guard approved personal flotation device (PFD) designed specifically for children. It offers high mobility and is suitable for various water activities such as paddling, general boating, and personal watercraft use.

This PFD features sculpted front and back foam panels that provide a better fit for paddle sports while still allowing it to be used in other boating activities. The non-restrictive cut and thinner back panel ensure maximum mobility and eliminate interference with high seat backs.

In terms of innovation, the Fit Youth Life Jacket stands out. Its foam corners are rounded and sculpted, setting it apart from many other 3-buckle PFDs. Additionally, the box-stitched webbing used in its construction enhances durability compared to the bar-tac stitching used in other economy PFDs.

This life jacket meets Coast Guard approval standards, ensuring the safety of open water explorers. Whether you're paddling, boating, or using a personal watercraft, this PFD will provide the necessary safety and peace of mind.

Putting on and taking off the Fit Youth Life Jacket is a breeze thanks to its simple three-buckle front entry design. Furthermore, it weighs only 1.6 pounds, making it lightweight and comfortable to wear. The jacket comes in an easily adjustable universal unisex size, catering to a wide range of children's sizes.

Stohlquist products, including the Fit Youth Life Jacket, are the result of founder Jim Stohlquist's lifetime of hands-on paddling experience and entrepreneurial spirit. With over 40 years of product innovation and refinement, Stohlquist ensures that their customers have access to the best waterwear available.

Now let's address some frequently asked questions:

Q: Can this life jacket be used for beach swimming?

A: Yes, both my daughter and son use this life jacket while kayaking and swimming in a lake. It fits them well and allows them to move their arms freely without causing any discomfort.

Q: What child's weight is this life jacket suitable for?

A: My daughter is 4'5" and 100 pounds, and it fits her fine. However, it does tend to ride up on her neck a bit.

Q: Can a croch strap be added to this life jacket? Does it have a D-ring?

A: There is no D-ring on this life jacket. While it may be possible to add a strap yourself, I am unsure of how helpful it would be.

Q: Would this jacket fit a 14-year-old weighing 105 pounds?

A: It may. We bought it for our 7-year-old daughter, and it fit her perfectly. The weight limit for this jacket goes up to 125 pounds, so you could give it a try. However, please note that this answer may not directly address your question.