Rated 2 out of 5 by Festivus from Too hard to zip It is too hard to zip this life jacket closed due to the placement of the zipper. I had to loosen the straps very much to be able to zip it, but I wouldn't want to loosen all the straps just to be able to zip it up each time. Returned.

Rated 5 out of 5 by Heidi from Nice vest I like the way the vest fits. It is comfortable and easy to maneuver in the kayak

Rated 1 out of 5 by ASH1 from Poor quality I wanted to update my old version of this vest. However, there is not elastic to ensure the zipper does not fall down. (I ordered my son this style in mens and without the elastic the zipper easlity falls down). Also, it no longer has the buckle strap at the bottom so as a result, it is not as secure expecially since the zipper can easlity fall down. Very dissappointed in the decrease in quality.

Rated 1 out of 5 by Bzway from Bulky I bought 2, one for my husband and one for me. These are built very bulky. The front panels are very thick. Returned both.

Rated 1 out of 5 by Nancy from Super Bulky Yikes.... this is going back! It is difficult to zip and it is extremely bulky and weird. It felt like I had 2 on at the same time.

Rated 5 out of 5 by LLBeanShopper from Good for kayaking This is a great life vest for kayaking. The arm holes are large enough so that your arms do not rub on the vest. Also, not to bulky.

Rated 2 out of 5 by PamL520 from Too Bulky I purchased an LL Bean Comfort Back life vest a few years ago and have loved it. After gaining some weight, I decided to order the vest in a larger size. I am so disappointed with the new vest. It fits okay, but is much bulkier in the front and feels stiff compared to my other vest. I can't imagine kayaking with this vest on. The zipper is also difficult to zip up. LL Bean changed the design, and it's wasn't for the better. Sadly, I'm returning it.

Rated 5 out of 5 by Bert from Comfortable and great fit The vest is very comfortable and is adjustable in many ways to get the perfect fit. The color is great. I was so pleased to find so many pockets available on the vest as well. Worth every penny!