Your ribs and back take the first hit when a landing goes wrong, which is why a wakeboard vest belongs in your kit from the very first session. Wakefactory stocks 60 models in this category, all of them from FOLLOW, a wake brand we trust for its fit and finish. You will find protective vests for men and women, life jackets for kids and a 50N vest for calmer days on the SUP.

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Follow P1 Traction Mens Wake Impact Vest Emerald6
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Follow Principal Mens Wake Impact Vest Blue
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Follow P1 Traction Womens Wake Impact Vest Emerald 5
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Follow Memphis Womens Wake Impact Vest Pink4
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FOLLOW Grommy CGA Life Jacket Infant Boys – Black / Teal

Original price was: CHF 91.90.Current price is: CHF 79.90.

FOLLOW Grommy CGA Life Jacket Child Boys – Black / Teal

Original price was: CHF 91.90.Current price is: CHF 79.90.

FOLLOW Grommy CGA Life Jacket Youth Girls – Pink

Original price was: CHF 91.90.Current price is: CHF 79.90.

FOLLOW Grommy CGA Life Jacket Child Girls – Pink

Original price was: CHF 91.90.Current price is: CHF 79.90.

FOLLOW Grommy CGA Life Jacket Infant Girls – Pink

Original price was: CHF 91.90.Current price is: CHF 79.90.
Follow Finesse Womens Wake Impact Vest Maroon1
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Follow Cleo Womens Wake Impact Vest Coral3
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Follow Gratis Mens Wake Impact Vest Rust1
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Follow Gratis Mens Wake Impact Vest Black4
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Follow P1 Traction Womens Wake Impact Vest Black1
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Follow P1 Traction Mens Wake Impact Vest Black7
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Follow Total Mens Wake Impact Vest Blue
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Follow Affiliate Mens Wake Impact Vest Olive1
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Follow Global Mens Wake Impact Vest Black4
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Follow Corp Womens Wake Impact Vest Black3
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FOLLOW Corp Womens Wake Impact Vest – Black

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FOLLOW Order Mens Iso N50 SUP Vest

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CHF 149.00 CHF 74.90
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FOLLOW Order Womens Iso N50 SUP Vest

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CHF 149.00 CHF 74.90
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Wakeboard Vests for Reliable Water Sports Protection

Finding the perfect wakeboard life jacket requires understanding your specific riding style and protection needs. Our curated selection features foam padding that distributes impact forces evenly across your torso while maintaining the flexibility needed for dynamic movements. Featherweight Foam in models such as the Principal keeps the weight down, so you barely notice the vest after a few runs.

The construction of modern wakeboard vests relies on lightweight foam that doesn't restrict your natural range of motion. Shaped along your body's contours, the ergonomic design ensures a secure fit without creating pressure points. Whether you ride in a thin wetsuit or just boardshorts, the vest should sit close to your body in every water condition.

Premium Wakeboard Life Jacket Collection

Safety and personal protection come together in our wakeboard life jacket range. Not every model carries the same rating, though. Our kids' models are Coast Guard approved and built to keep a child afloat, while the adult vests focus on protection during falls. Thanks to strategically placed flotation panels, your body stays stable in the water. Arms and torso remain free to move.

A wakeboard vest spends long summer days in the sun and gets soaked and dried again after every set behind the boat, so durable materials matter. The P1 Traction, made for wakeboarding and wakesurfing alike, uses recycled materials without losing the soft, flexible feel riders expect. If you ride mostly on a surf-style board, pick a wakesurf vest from our dedicated category.

Top Quality Wakeboard Impact Vest Selection

Performance-oriented riders recognize the importance of wakeboard impact vest protection during aggressive riding sessions. Our selection emphasizes spine and rib cage protection through strategically positioned padding zones. Segmented foam construction allows natural body flexion while absorbing impacts from falls or equipment contact.

Inner liners such as the TrueFit liner in the Principal keep you comfortable during long sessions. A low-profile wakeboard life vest design sits neatly over a wetsuit or works on its own on warmer days. The Principal also carries CE approval for impact protection, which makes it an impact jacket wakeboard riders can rely on season after season.

Which Wake Vest Suits Your Riding?

The right wake vest depends on where you ride and what you expect from it. For park laps, big air and anyone who spends more time falling than cruising, a vest for wakeboarding built around impact protection is the usual choice. It absorbs hard landings, yet it is not a certified personal flotation device.

If you need proven buoyancy, for example as a weaker swimmer or far from shore, a certified life jacket is the safer pick. Keep that difference in mind before you buy, because an impact vest and a life jacket solve two different problems. For stand up paddling and relaxed tours we also carry the Order Iso, a vest rated at 50N that works as a buoyancy aid without much bulk.

Wakeboard Comp Vest for Park and Boat

A wakeboard comp vest sits close to the body, lets your arms swing freely and gives you the freedom of movement needed for spins and grabs. Most models in our range follow this cut, from the Tapered Fit of the Principal to the more relaxed shape of the P1 Traction.

In the cable park, you hit kickers and rails many times per session. A slim comp vest protects you there without slowing down your rotations. Many wakeboarders use the same vest behind the boat as well, since the cut works for both.

CGA Life Jacket for Young Riders

Unlike our adult wakeboard vests, the Grommy line puts buoyancy before style. It comes in infant, child and youth sizes. Riders from 14 to 23 kg fit the child version. Every Grommy CGA life jacket combines lightweight segmented foam with an adjustable fit system, so it grows with your kid over a few summers.

Kids should wear a certified life vest whenever they are close to the water, not only while they ride.

Womens Wakeboard Vest Designs with a Tailored Fit

Female riders deserve protection that acknowledges their unique body geometry and style preferences. Our womens wakeboard vest collection features tailored cuts that provide proper fit across the bust and waist areas. Colours range from coral and pink to maroon and black, with models such as the Memphis, Cleo, Finesse and Corp.

Different cuts suit different body types while keeping the structure needed for effective impact protection. Try any womens wakeboard vest on over the swimwear or wetsuit you actually ride in. Contoured shapes follow feminine body lines without sacrificing safety features. When the air gets cooler in autumn, versatile wakeboard jackets add extra coverage.

Professional Mens Wakeboard Vest for Serious Riders

Dedicated male athletes require mens wakeboard vest options that can withstand intensive training and competition. Across the chest, back and sides, this professional-grade selection adds reinforced impact zones. A masculine cut leaves room for broader shoulders while maintaining a secure, performance-oriented fit.

Each mens wakeboard vest in our range comes in multiple sizes, covering everyone from lean competitive riders to more muscular recreational enthusiasts. Extended torso coverage protects against board edges during technical maneuvers. Models such as the Total and Gratis come in more than one colour, so your next wakeboard vest can match your board and wetsuit.

Choose the Right Size: Why a Snug Fit Matters

Many riders buy their wakeboard vest one size too big and come back for a smaller one after a single season. The reason is simple: neoprene gives a little with use, so a vest that already feels loose in the shop sits even looser by late summer. Between two sizes, go for the snug one. A quick test helps too. Pull the vest up at the shoulders. If it slides towards your chin, it is too large.

Start with the chest measurement in the FOLLOW size chart, then check your weight against it. For the kids' life jackets, sizes follow kilogram ranges, so weight matters most there. A thick wetsuit underneath adds volume and shifts the right size as well.

Complete your setup with wakeboard helmets for head protection and wakeboard wetsuits for colder water. Starting from scratch? Our wakeboard packages combine board and bindings, and the wakeboard vest is the last piece you need. Shipping inside Switzerland costs nothing once your order reaches CHF 100. Still torn between two sizes? Just ask, since our team rides these wakeboard vests too and will gladly help you choose.