Top 5 Fishing Vests Under $50

Fishing vests have a number of uses, including protection, management of tools, and increased fishing ability. Here is a consumer's guide to the top 5 fishing vests under $50. Included is a short review of each vest, where to buy it, and also any applicable websites.

1. Winning Edge Combo Neo-Nylon Fishing Vest Fishing Vests. At only $29.99, this fishing vest includes a mesh upper layer w/ nylon body & soft neoprene collar. There is a front zipper as well as two mesh pockets with velcro-seal. This fishing vest is USCG (U.S. Coast Guard) approved. This is a fishing vest engineered for the comfort and safety of the avid fisherman.

2. MTI Fisher Fishing Vests. Made by MTI Adventurewear, this fishing vest is $67.99. With a shell fabric containing 200 Denier Polyester, PE foam, and a #10 Center zip, this vest also includes 4-Adjustable side straps, and is a USCG Type III fishing vest. The MTI Fisher Fishing Vest has a buoyancy of 15 pounds and 10 ounces. It is available in the color of green in the sizes of XS-XXL. There are 8 pockets in various sizes for tackle, and pin-on retractor.

3. Winning Edge Deluxe Fishing Vest Fishing Vests. Priced at $49.99, this 200 denier nylon outer shell, with detachable neoprene collar, also includes a chambered back w/beveled edges. There is a beveled soft PVC foam in front, with front zipper. With a total of 11 pockets, there are 10 pockets in front, and one in the back. This fishing vest is closed sided, and is also USCG approved.

4. Clearwater® Vest. This vest is priced at $49.99 and is available in sizes XS-XXL. With a rugged 55% cotton and 45% poly poplin, this fly fishing vest includes twelve pockets, including a cargo pocket in the rear for extra gear, rain jacket, or lunch. This fishing vest is available in tan, and olive.

5. Crystal River Deluxe Fishing Vest. Regularly priced at $49.99, the price, currently, is $37.30. This deluxe fishing vest features neoprene padded neck and shoulders, with gusseted pockets, accessory pull cords, built-in hemostat sheath, 100% cotton shell, rod holder, two zippered pockets, and a total of 14 pockets, including special tool pockets.

Sources:

1. http://www.safelifejackets.com/product/Winning-Edge-Combo-Neo_Nylon-Fishing-Vest.html.
2. http://www.orvis.com/store/productchoice.aspx?pf_id=44HX&dir_id=758&group_id=14573&cat_id=14575&subcat_id=14578&adv=1102&cm_mmc=Yahoo-_-Prod_feeds-_-Prod_feeds-_-1102.
3. http://www.troutlet.com/Crystal-River-Deluxe-Fishing-Vest-P136.aspx.