kingshredd Posted September 10, 2018 Share Posted September 10, 2018 Love my LiquidForce, its like a second skin that keeps my head above water. But, after 3 years of solid use it is starting to wear down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shane Posted September 10, 2018 Share Posted September 10, 2018 @ski6jones which model do you have? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ Wish Posted September 10, 2018 Baller_ Share Posted September 10, 2018 @A_B careful. I rebuilt the side panels on mine and almost made it to small. Actually like it even better now as just zipping it makes it tight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ski6jones Posted September 10, 2018 Baller Share Posted September 10, 2018 @Shane EVO2. I thought EVO2 arm holes had more room than the Nitro. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller mbabiash Posted September 10, 2018 Baller Share Posted September 10, 2018 I loved the stokes vests too but the arm holes on both models are too small. I wear it when I’m in a suit or heater top, otherwise it’s uncomfortable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Chef23 Posted September 10, 2018 Baller Share Posted September 10, 2018 I like my Camaro vest but it gets very heavy when wet. My Eagle doesn't get nearly as heavy but it has less flotation and protection. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller mbabiash Posted September 19, 2018 Baller Share Posted September 19, 2018 Unfortunately I am selling the Aide vest that I ordered. It’s too small for me. The quality looks so good. Cut is very close to eagle but seems to be better construction. It’s brand new and has never seen the water. Tags are still on it. Too expensive to mail back so my loss is your gain. It is a large but I’d say it’s between a Medium and a Large in eagle sizing. I paid 160 plus 35 shipping. I’d take 150$. Thanks Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tkl127 Posted September 20, 2018 Share Posted September 20, 2018 Oneill slasher - light weight, comfortable, allows free movement, reasonably priced. Shoot me a pm if interest in buying new Oneill vests. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimOfTheNorth Posted September 20, 2018 Share Posted September 20, 2018 Eagle for the win. I have a short body and the shoulders of all vests off the rack ride up around my ears. Eagle took my measurements and made one that fits me to a T for no additional cost. Can't say enough about the vest and the company. Was also able to order it with no graphics for the clean look. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller foxriverat Posted September 23, 2018 Baller Share Posted September 23, 2018 Just broke the zipper this morning on my 4 year old radar impact. Was going to order a stokes evo but no larges till November. How is the sizing on the Oneill Slasher? 5.7 160lbs 41 chest 33 waist. I am thinking large from some of the reviews I have read. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller dvskier Posted September 23, 2018 Baller Share Posted September 23, 2018 @foxriverat I am 5'9" 175 41" chest and the medium Slasher fits great. Had it 3 or 4 years now and it's loosened up to be very comfy now. Initially it was pretty tight but that went away after a couple of sets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller foxriverat Posted September 23, 2018 Baller Share Posted September 23, 2018 @dvskier thanks. My medium radar never stretched out. That's how the zipper finally broke. Ripped the tab off it was so tight zipping up. But it was time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller dvskier Posted September 24, 2018 Baller Share Posted September 24, 2018 I spoke with Performance and that's what they recommended for me. I think you'd be happy with one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller kc Posted September 24, 2018 Baller Share Posted September 24, 2018 @foxriverat What @dvskier said. You would be a medium in the Slasher. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller foxriverat Posted September 24, 2018 Baller Share Posted September 24, 2018 @dvskier @kc Thanks guys just ordered a medium. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller foxriverat Posted September 26, 2018 Baller Share Posted September 26, 2018 Thanks for the advise on the medium slasher. Fits perfect. $80.92 shipped Amazon new return. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller dvskier Posted September 26, 2018 Baller Share Posted September 26, 2018 That's a smoking deal! I paid $120 at Performance but has been very durable so no complaints from me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geppetto Posted January 17, 2019 Share Posted January 17, 2019 Stokes EVO 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller skiinxs Posted January 18, 2019 Baller Share Posted January 18, 2019 I received one of the new ultra light weight MasterLine vests as a Christmas gift. This is the closest I have seen to the super light weight Straight Line vests that aren't made any more. Maybe even lighter. If it doesn't absorb water when wet as advertised, they have a home run on their hands! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ Wish Posted January 18, 2019 Baller_ Share Posted January 18, 2019 @skinxs I have not seen that. Anyone have a link? Looking for a SL vest replacement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller skiinxs Posted January 18, 2019 Baller Share Posted January 18, 2019 @Wish LINK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MDB1056 Posted January 18, 2019 Baller Share Posted January 18, 2019 no easy answer. I have Eagle and Oneil. Both are great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MDB1056 Posted January 18, 2019 Baller Share Posted January 18, 2019 @slow - have to agree - love the old checkmate vest. Pickup up a like new one last summer for $22 - shipped! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ballsohard Posted May 21, 2019 Author Baller Share Posted May 21, 2019 What size Stokes Evo2 would I be, I'm 5" 11 170 pounds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted May 21, 2019 Administrators Share Posted May 21, 2019 @Thomasasher Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes ★ Baller Video Coaching System Drop a dime in the can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller 34mph Posted May 22, 2019 Baller Share Posted May 22, 2019 ballsohard I would say med . I'm 185 5 9 and have a large that is borderline to big for liking. Its my vest I wear when wearing a top or stokes wetsuit under. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Thomasasher Posted May 22, 2019 Baller Share Posted May 22, 2019 Hey @ballsohard, Your weight is suggesting your fairly lean, but without knowing your chest and waist size its hard to give a good recommendation. If your chest is over 38" or your waist is more than 31" I would go large. If your under then a medium. I'm 5'10" 180lbs 41" chest and 33" waist and in a large, i'm also thicker in in the body, not so lean. If you need more details or want to give us your chest and waist size you can message here or at info@stokesskis.com. We are more than happy to answer any questions and want to make sure you make the right call on sizing. Hope that helps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller chris55 Posted May 22, 2019 Baller Share Posted May 22, 2019 @ballsohard I am 6'2'' and 170lbs, 41 chest and I did ordered a medium Evo2 vest. It was too small. I could zip it but couldn't breath....and with a wetsuit...no good. I have a large slasher but it is getting loose after 3 seasons and waiting for my large Evo2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller PatM Posted May 22, 2019 Baller Share Posted May 22, 2019 I'm 5'11" 175-180 depending on the day. 42" chest and I wear a large EVO2 vest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller 2Valve Posted May 23, 2019 Baller Share Posted May 23, 2019 In the minority here, but the Goode Power Vest let's me ski twice as long, with zero lower back issues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ Wish Posted May 23, 2019 Baller_ Share Posted May 23, 2019 Bring back the Straightline style ski vest with zipper and 2 buckles. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ballsohard Posted May 23, 2019 Author Baller Share Posted May 23, 2019 I'm far too youthful and far too poor for the goode powervest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Ed_Johnson Posted May 30, 2019 Baller Share Posted May 30, 2019 Have a brand new Camaro Impact Pro Vest for Sale XXL. Reversible Red Or Black with built in Support Belt. Super comfortable, but to big for me. $149 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller powbmps Posted May 30, 2019 Baller Share Posted May 30, 2019 @Ed_Johnson am I allowed to ask your height and weight? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Ed_Johnson Posted May 31, 2019 Baller Share Posted May 31, 2019 @powbmps... Sure, my Wife gave me the vest for Christmas, I was 6'4"@ 235. I had a knee injury in Oct. and wasn't skiing. It would be April before I had a knee operation and May before I would start skiing again. During that time I lost well over 20 lbs. I put the vest on to go ski last week, got in the water, and it came up around my ears. I got back in the boat and put on an old vest from 15 years a go. Will be going to Performance Monday to get a smaller one. Just listed it on Ski-it-Again today. http://www.ski-it-again.com/php/skiitagain.php?endless=summer&topic=Search&category=Ski_Vest&postid=51311 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller pcmcon729 Posted May 31, 2019 Baller Share Posted May 31, 2019 The MASTERCRAFT vest is the best! It never has fuel gauge issues, tracks really well, plenty of power, and has a flat wake;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Chris Rossi Posted May 31, 2019 Baller Share Posted May 31, 2019 Guys, the Radar Drifter vest is as good as it gets. Ultra light, floatation where it should be, 4 way stretch for the ultimate freedom while skiing, fleece lined for superior comfort, cut is not too short like others that make your belly button show, and dries almost instantly. By far the best vest I have ever skied in... https://radarskis.com/products/drifter-impact-vest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller skialex Posted June 5, 2023 Baller Share Posted June 5, 2023 Found this in my stuff today… thinking of giving it a try after like 15 years of being in storage… Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller thager Posted June 6, 2023 Baller Share Posted June 6, 2023 I still like that style of vest! Doesn't hold as much water. I still wear a Jet Pilot A-10 in my rotation of vests. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller dvskier Posted June 6, 2023 Baller Share Posted June 6, 2023 I agree, I’ve got two but one is almost unusable after dozens of crashes. Unbelievable resilience to soaking up water and light as a feather. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Hockdog Posted June 6, 2023 Baller Share Posted June 6, 2023 They don’t make them like that anymore…… Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Bufootin Posted June 9, 2023 Baller Share Posted June 9, 2023 Eagle - Bird of Prey. Love it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ Wish Posted June 9, 2023 Baller_ Share Posted June 9, 2023 @skialex best vest ever made. OBrien made one just like it. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller OKSkier Posted June 9, 2023 Baller Share Posted June 9, 2023 Camaro Core - beautiful, streamlined - best looking vest by far Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller RAWSki Posted June 12, 2023 Baller Share Posted June 12, 2023 @Wish that O'Brien was my favorite vest ever, and not just because Andy wore one for years, I believe they called it "Body Armor" Sadly one spring I found the vest had shrunk more than ever before and it had to be retired / donated. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ The_MS Posted June 13, 2023 Baller_ Share Posted June 13, 2023 If anyone comes across a Med Liquid Force Cardigan (pull over) let me know. I can’t believe they dont make a pullover any more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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