Forward WIP

Forward Wip Impact Vest 50 N

Regular price £154.99
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Pickup available at The SUP Co x Lymington

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  • Hard Boards & Large Items: Specialist fragile shipping ensures your composite board arrives safely (rates calculated at checkout).

As for returns; we will happily refund an item purchased from The SUP Company if returned to us within 30 days; excluding gift vouchers and customised products, except when faulty. Returned goods must be unused and supplied in their original packaging, unless the goods are faulty.

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For full details about our shipping options, rates and the countries we deliver to please visit our Delivery page.

As for returns; we will happily refund an item purchased from The SUP Company if returned to us within 30 days; excluding gift vouchers and customised products, except when faulty. Returned goods must be unused and supplied in their original packaging, unless the goods are faulty.

More information on The SUP Company return policy

Description

The Forward WIP Impact Vest 50 N is a more protective, more utility-led vest for riders who want proper body coverage and recognised buoyancy without moving all the way into a bulky traditional buoyancy aid. It suits watersports where crashes can be harder, gear can be sharper and carrying a few essentials on the body is genuinely useful. This is the sort of vest that makes sense for riders who want more than a soft, minimal layer. The side protection, thermoformed foam and multiple pocket layout give it a more serious feel, while the low-profile cut still keeps it usable on the water.

Where It Sits in the Forward WIP Range

Compared with the cleaner, lower-bulk Forward WIP Light Vest N50 and Forward WIP Flow Neo Vest, the Impact Vest 50 N is the more substantial option. It offers more padding, more storage and more reassurance for riders who want extra coverage. If you specifically want an integrated wing hook, look instead at the Forward WIP Wing Impact Vest 50 N or Forward WIP Wing Impact Evo Vest. This vest is the better choice when your priority is all-round protection and flotation rather than hook-in wing use.

Why Choose the Forward WIP Impact Vest 50 N?

  • Thermoformed foam and side padding help take the sting out of heavier falls.
  • Low-profile shaping still preserves mobility better than many bulky flotation vests.
  • The pocket layout is genuinely useful for longer sessions, coaching or utility use.
  • 50N buoyancy adds reassurance without the feel of a full lifejacket.
  • A sensible option for riders who want a more protective vest rather than the slimmest possible one.

Specifications

Product Forward WIP Impact Vest 50 N
Type Protective buoyancy / impact-style vest
Buoyancy class 50N class (size-dependent details listed by Forward WIP)
Construction High-density thermoformed foam with protective side pads
Fit features Low-profile cut with wide openings
Storage 5 easy-access pockets including front, shoulder and safety-tool positions
Available sizes S, M, L, XL, XXL

What's Included

1 x Forward WIP Impact Vest 50 N. Safety cutter, helmet and leashes are not included unless otherwise stated.

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FAQs

Who should choose this vest?

Riders who want more coverage, more pocket space and a more substantial protective feel than the slimmest vests in the range.

Is this suitable for wing foiling?

Yes, but it is more of an all-round protective vest than a wing-specific hook vest. If you want integrated hook-in functionality, the wing-specific models are the better fit.

Is it a lifejacket?

No. It is a 50N watersports buoyancy vest, designed for active use rather than as a traditional lifejacket.

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