Because we know your faithful retriever hunts just as hard as you do, we reengineered our
neoprene vests to provide a custom fit and added durability. The Neoprene Flotation Vest with
Armor-flex™ Chest Protector gives your dog the added benefit of extra buoyancy to stay
afloat during those long-water retrieves. Chest Protector, crafted of Amor-flex™ material
used to reinforce highwear areas in hunting waders, runs the entire length of the neck, chest, and
belly. The seams have been enhanced with extra bartacks for making custom cuts, plus the
Velcro® closure has been widened for increased adjustment in fit. Two side pockets with
5mm closed-cell flotation foam helps your dog stay afloat in ice-cold waters. Dogs come in all shapes
and sizes. Not all of them fall perfectly within the guidelines of our sizing chart. When ordering, choose
the size that coincides with the largest sizing bracket reached by any one of your dog's three
measurements. Camo patterns: Mossy Oak®
Break-Up®,
Advantage Wetlands
Camo®,
Advantage MAX-4
HD®,
Mossy
Oak® Duck Blind™.
Cabela's 5mm Neoprene Flotation Vest with Armor-Flex™ Chest Protector
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Because we know your faithful retriever hunts just as hard as you do, we reengineered our neoprene vests to provide a custom fit and added durability. The Neoprene Flotation Vest with Armor-flex? Chest Protector gives your dog the added benefit of extra buoyancy to stay afloat during those long-water retrieves. Chest Protector, crafted of Amor-flex? material used to reinforce highwear areas in hunting waders, runs the entire length of the neck, chest, and belly. The seams have been enhanced with extra bartacks for making custom cuts, plus the Velcro? closure has been widened for increased adjustment in fit. Two side pockets with 5mm closed-cell flotation foam helps your dog stay afloat in ice-cold waters. Dogs come in all shapes and sizes. Not all of them fall perfectly within the guidelines of our sizing chart. When ordering, choose the size that coincides with the largest sizing bracket reached by any one of your dog's three measurements. Camo patterns: Mossy Oak? Break-Up?, Advantage Wetlands Camo?,Advantage MAX-4 HD?, Mossy Oak? Duck Blind?.
Average Customer Rating:
4.2 out of 5
128 of 139 (92%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Cabela's 5mm Neoprene Flotation Vest with Armor-Flex™ Chest Protector
Overall Rating:
2
out of 5
Flotation vest,October 19, 2009
By Hintze
"My dog and I hunt very harsh conditions and this product worked well for about a week. Then the material which claimed to be armor flex ripped reasonable easy and the velcro wore out and would not hold. It did help my dog stay afloat however the loose fit, even though it was properly measured, was hurting more than helping the situation. The material did not stay tight and even stretched out over time from being wet and getting pulled on in the brush. Would reccomend more so for someone who only hunts there dog lightly. It just wasnt as tough as i had hoped."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? No
Review 2 for Cabela's 5mm Neoprene Flotation Vest with Armor-Flex™ Chest Protector
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
Good vest,October 12, 2009
By Pickemuptruck16from Corvallis, Or
"All in all its a good vest, seems to keep my dog pretty warm and pretty dry. I really like that it has extra stitching around the head and leg holes so you can expand it if you want. What I don't like is what they call the "Armor-Flex™ Chest Protector", all it consists of is a bit tougher material that looks tear resistant but does nothing to protect from impacts. Another thing I wish this one had that I've seen on others is a handle so you can reach down and pick up your dog, but maybe thats just me."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 3 for Cabela's 5mm Neoprene Flotation Vest with Armor-Flex™ Chest Protector
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
5mm Neoprene Flotation Vest with Armor-Flex,September 12, 2009
By Anonymousfrom New Brunswick, Canada
"Great product my dog was a little nervous at first but he got used to it. He loves it now it keeps him warm in cold water"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 4 for Cabela's 5mm Neoprene Flotation Vest with Armor-Flex™ Chest Protector
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Dog Floatation Vest,September 11, 2009
By xLuckyfrom Seattle Wa
"This vest was relatively easy to taylor ot fit a rather small dog with my wife's sewing machine with a braod zig zag stitch. We are very pleased with the resulting fit and so is the dog."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 5 for Cabela's 5mm Neoprene Flotation Vest with Armor-Flex™ Chest Protector
Overall Rating:
2
out of 5
Neoprene Dog Vest,September 11, 2009
By GrizzlyPawfrom Upstate NY
"Does the job - Fit not as good as others - have had the zipper ones before - would go back over the velcro model"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? No
Review 6 for Cabela's 5mm Neoprene Flotation Vest with Armor-Flex™ Chest Protector
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Armor-flex vest,August 29, 2009
By dhchambfrom Louisiana
"I bought this vest for my 65lb CLF, and it works great. I tried some of the other vests out there with zippers and the velcro closure is the way to go. It allows for that little bit extra customization. My lab is barrel chested so I had to get a size up from what I had originally ordered. This caused the vest to be a little loose behind her ribs, but I was able to cinch up the velcro to get a proper fit. The armor flex is some pretty tough stuff. She has definitely put this vest through the ringer, running through briars and brush and under fences."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 7 for Cabela's 5mm Neoprene Flotation Vest with Armor-Flex™ Chest Protector
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
neoprene flotation vest,August 24, 2009
By tomflh96from Newport Rhode Island
"I purchased this vest for my english setter whom lacked buoyancy. This item has not only removed all of my worries of her getting into trouble in the water but I was also able to incoorporate swimming into her training regimend keeping her body core temprature down on hot days and therefore extending our exercise periods. Great product!!!"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 8 for Cabela's 5mm Neoprene Flotation Vest with Armor-Flex™ Chest Protector
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
5mm flotation vest,August 17, 2009
By hippi
"I HAVE A 45LB PLOTHOUND AND IT FIT HER WITHOUT INY CUTTING.AFTER A FEW TIMES WITH IT ON SHE WAS HAPPY TO PUT IT ON BECAUSE SHE NEW WHAT WAS COMMING."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 9 for Cabela's 5mm Neoprene Flotation Vest with Armor-Flex™ Chest Protector
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Cabelas Neoprene Dog Vest,May 10, 2009
By JQUESTfrom Duck Hunter Wilson NC
"I have owned many dog vest... this is clearly the best one. With a 108 pound lab its hard to find one that let's my dog move freely. All vest need to be cut to fit,this one was no exception. The problem with others after the cutting they fall apart. This one is in its second season,we hunt everyday of season in salt water on the outer banks of North Carolina...you need a good dog vest,here you go."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 10 for Cabela's 5mm Neoprene Flotation Vest with Armor-Flex™ Chest Protector
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Cabela's 5mm neoprene flotation vest with Armor-fl,February 4, 2009
By luckyshotjackfrom Yakima, Wa.
"I had to trim the Armor-flex chest protector to fit. I have a 13 month old female Pointing Black Lab. She is big 83 lbs. On the first trip out it was cold 15 degrees and the Yakima River was just receeding from flood stage. As we were approaching the river Jet went on point, a covey of about 15 quail flushed. Jet broke and jumped over the sage brush and disappeared. I went over and to my suprise the river cut into the river bank. It was about a 10 drop into the river. She was going down the river and eventually got out. I really believe the vest saved her life. Also it was cold enough that water froze to the vest. She didn't shiver and wasn't cold all day. Great product. Thanks!"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 11 for Cabela's 5mm Neoprene Flotation Vest with Armor-Flex™ Chest Protector
Overall Rating:
3
out of 5
Hodgeman Storm waders,February 3, 2009
By Tavg
"I am on my 3rd pair.When they work they are awesome. My first pair had some material separate on the inside of one of the legs and was not able to be repaired.Cabelas sent a new pair to me. After 1 season the teeth on the zipper broke. Cabelas sent me another pair. I like the idea of having a zipper for obvious reasons.Hope this pair holds up"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 12 for Cabela's 5mm Neoprene Flotation Vest with Armor-Flex™ Chest Protector
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
So far so good,February 3, 2009
By scgamecockfrom sc
"We hunted about a dozen times with the vest and had no problems after the dog got used to it. It stood up to 3 days in bayou meto in 15 degree temps and another day in a rice field. I know my dog appreciated it!"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 13 for Cabela's 5mm Neoprene Flotation Vest with Armor-Flex™ Chest Protector
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
armor flex flotation vest,January 27, 2009
By TX13435from HAWLEY, TEXAS
"this is a good product....it does need a little tweaking in some areas, but overall it is a good product"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 14 for Cabela's 5mm Neoprene Flotation Vest with Armor-Flex™ Chest Protector
Overall Rating:
3
out of 5
5Cabela's 5mm Neoprene Flotation Vest with Armor-F,January 24, 2009
By Dave500from NJ
"it seems to be holding up well and is performing the basic job it's made for which is keeping my dog warmer and xtra protection for his hide. I do how ever fail to see any xtra protect in the chest area which I wanted due to having submered sticks and trees in my hunting area. I also think there should be more adjustment in the chest."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 15 for Cabela's 5mm Neoprene Flotation Vest with Armor-Flex™ Chest Protector
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
Good product,January 8, 2009
By roivyfrom Bremerton, WA
"However, they run small. I used the chart as directed and they still fit very tight. I own 4 now. So buy a size up and you will be OK. Another thing to consider is they hold heat well and your dog may get hot in mild weather of 40-50 deg. My lab works hard hunting pheasants and I have had to remove it several times because she was getting hot. When its raining in the duck blind, this unit helps her stay warm and the floatation works well."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 16 for Cabela's 5mm Neoprene Flotation Vest with Armor-Flex™ Chest Protector
Overall Rating:
3
out of 5
Better Than Most,January 6, 2009
By Newbfrom Va.
"I have had the old style Cabela's dog vest which has held up extremely well. The new vest seems to be thicker and the armor flex adds extra protection against the little rips and tears that happen.
The vest does a remarkedly good job of keeping the dog dry underneath and the extra floation is a plus with an older dog.
When I ordered the vest I went by the size chart and had to reorder one size smaller. The velcro works ok but I liked the old zippered version better.
All in all I would reccomend this vest due to the Armorflex and added floatation."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 17 for Cabela's 5mm Neoprene Flotation Vest with Armor-Flex™ Chest Protector
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
Great Quality - runs small,January 6, 2009
By AndreaJfrom Northern California
"Very happy with the quality of the vest - my 1 year old golden retriever though hasn't been able to go hunting in it yet - it is too small. I purchased a LARGE and it is too small around her chest. She was the runt of her litter, so I'm thinking this product runs small?"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 18 for Cabela's 5mm Neoprene Flotation Vest with Armor-Flex™ Chest Protector
Overall Rating:
3
out of 5
Poor fit for American breed shaped Labrador,December 31, 2008
By TheSquidfrom central valley, Calif.
"I bought the vest for my 15 month old yellow Lab. and sized it based on the chart provided. Because she has a deep chest but is long legged and rangy in her other dimensions, I had to get the x-large to fit her chest. The vest allows trimming to take place up to bar tacks they sew on the seams to prevent unraveling. When we put it on her the first time, it fit her chest depth but had puckers and excess material that made it very loose from her rib cage back to the front of her hind legs. After trimming to give her room for her legs to prevent chafing, I found that there were not enough bar tacks to give the best fit. I also trimmed enough off the front openings that she has gotten her front leg out of the vest one time. Puckers remain above her front shoulder and the velcro is barely attached from the ribs back leaving the vest flopping and open for cold water to flow all along her stomach. If you have a blocky English Labrador, Chesapeake, or Golden, the vest will fit much better. It doesn't fit the rangier American breed Labrador very well."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? No
Review 19 for Cabela's 5mm Neoprene Flotation Vest with Armor-Flex™ Chest Protector
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
Dog vest,December 30, 2008
By ski403from South GA
"We purchased this neoprene flotation vest for our springer spaniel, Timber. It took her a little while to get use to the velcro sound but other than that the vest has been a big hit! It seems to give her much more confidence when making long retrieves. Although you can tell that this vest is made more for a lab after we trimmed it up a little it fit her alot better. Overall I have to say while this vest is more expensive than some of the others it seems to be worth the money so far."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 20 for Cabela's 5mm Neoprene Flotation Vest with Armor-Flex™ Chest Protector
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
cabelas dog chest protector,December 30, 2008
By profishafrom california
"I highly recommend this item, I feel that the sizing is off for my dog, big chest, but smaller everything else. I trimmed to the best of my ability and it works ok, I might try to have sewn tighter a few areas, but it has not ripped or been torn at all, even after I trimmed. It definitly keeps the dog dryer and warmer. I like the velcro backing so you can tighten up specific areas by just over lapping the velcro more!!"
