Allen CompanyUltra-Light Gallatin Strap Pack Fishing Vest, Fits up to 4 Tackle/Fly Boxes, 14 Accessory Pockets

This is one of the best purchases I've made for fishing ever! Before I was lugging around a massive heavy tackle box with all my stuff. That's fine for fishing somewhere stationary like a dock or pier, but it became a huge pain when salmon fishing along a river where I need to be very mobile and keep a close eye on my stuff. It looks great and fits well. It holds a surprising amount of stuff for its size without bulging or becoming bulky. The quality throughout is outstanding. No cheap Chinese knockoff here, like much of the stuff on Amazon these days. I strongly recommend getting some small plastic lure boxes to keep all your hooks and lures together and keep in the big front pockets. The perfect size is about 6-7 inches by 4-5 inches and an inch or less deep. I can fit two boxes in one pocket easily and it's a great way to keep all the small and sharp stuff organized and accessible. I'm one very happier fisherman since I got this! Highly recommended!

The lightweight vest has plenty of pockets/storage and accommodated all the gear I need. I've yet to fish in it but I don't see a downside. A 'D' or two on the front of the vest might help with attaching accessories but I've managed with my attachments as is. I'll update after I get in the water!

This is the perfect light cool vest for having what you need. The open design is much cooler in hot weather, allows better freedom of movement with minimal interference. It lays closer to your body (not protruding out in front, I can see my feet. LOL) I was pleasantly surprised to find how much gear could be comfortably stored in this vest. I gave it 4 stars due to the lack of external straps / rings to hang your tools. I'm not a big fan of pin on zingers, having lost a few negotiating brush, rocks, etc. straps or rings allow you to use carabiners / snap-hooks. I also bought the Allen co. Boulder Creek chest pack, I couldn't make up my mind and as the price of both is less than some single vests I decided to compare both first hand. The chest pack held a huge amount of gear, but made me feel like I was on a Nasa space walk. It protruded so far in front I had difficulty maneuvering. Everything That was in the Boulder Creek Pack fit in the Gallatin. Both are constructed very well and have held up well (one summer of fishing; three days/ week or so). I hope this helps you. I think the Allen co. products are very well constructed, durable and reasonably well thought out.

I ordered this vest as an alternative to the over-the-shoulder bag I've been using for wading flats fishing in Florida. So far, I think it's better. Rides higher so waves don't affect my gear when I'm waist deep, plenty of right-sized pockets for my artificials, hooks, pliers, hook remover, thermometer, etc. The larger front pockets will handle one 4.5"x7.4"x1.8" box in each pocket. I like it for all that plus weight is distributed over both shoulders versus one shoulder strap for the bag. It is light-weight as vests go, and for cooler days it adds a little windbreak and warmth. For warmer days I'm not sure yet, but there's always a breeze and I think it will work out for all seasons.

Hands down the best fly fishing vest for the money. I have tried a lot of sling packs that hurt your back... I have tried a lot of fly fishing vest with mesh get so hot. To the gentleman that said it hurts his neck I have not had any of that issue. I have a wider frame in wider neck it doesn't hurt at all. The stitching is perfect haven't had any problems. Love the fact that it has little loops above the pockets to add zingers. I have four zingers one for clippers one for floatant and one for pliers. The pockets are perfect size for tip it spools and anything you need for fly fishing. Honestly if I was rich I would buy this vest still. Absolutely no need to spend more money.

I wish that I had found this product $250 ago. That is about what I have spent on hip packs, backpacks, and sling packs trying to find the right combination for my fly fishing. Since trying out this Gallatin Vest, I have put all of the other gear into a storage box. The vest meets all of my needs, has plenty of gear pockets in different sizes, and adjusts to where it is comfortable to wear all day long without any pulling on the neck.....which I just can't stand.

They vest is to be expected for the price. It feels like plastic and cheap. It does a good job holding your fishing equipment and keeping your back cool, but I'm going to spend the money and upgrade.

Fly fishing

De verdad este es un excelente producto, lo utilizo para salidas de campo y esuy práctico. Mantiene todo en su lugar y es de material muy resistente. No genera mucho calor, aun estando bajo el sol.

Exactly what I was looking for, no cumbersome and big thick material. Disassembles and reassembles easily. Lots of useful pockets. Cool air flow design to keep cool in the outdoors. Happy with purchase.

Love it

Los materiales resistentes buenas costuras, cuenta con 8 bolsillos de cierre 2 de velcro y 4 de malla, el chaleco se ajusta alas medidas de tu cuerpo, el color es igual al de la publicación,

Amplio y muy suave