Kent Sporting Goods Life Vests
Kent Sporting Goods 103000-500-002-12 Onyx Youth Life Jacket Blue 50-90 lbs Type III PFD
Kent Sporting Goods 142200-505-000-25 Full Throttle Infant Rapid-Dry Flex-Back Life Jacket Aqua
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Kent Sporting Goods 104300-500-001-25 Full Throttle Water Buddies Shark Child Life Vest Type III
Kent Sporting Goods 104300-105-001-25 Full Throttle Water Buddies Octopus Child Life Vest Type III
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Kent Sporting Goods 103000-880-005-24 Onyx Realtree Max-5 Camo Adult Universal Sport Life Vest Oversize
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Kent Sporting Goods 103000-880-004-24 Onyx Realtree Max-5 Camo Adult Universal Sports Vest
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Kent Sporting Goods 102000-880-004-24 Type II Adult Life Jacket Camouflage
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Kent Sporting Goods 117200-100-002-15 Youth Select Life Jacket Type III PFD
Kent Sporting Goods 150400-200-050-25 Search and Rescue Commercial Vest X-Large
Kent Sporting Goods 150400-200-040-25 Search and Rescue Commercial Vest Large
Kent Sporting Goods 150800-200-020-12 Mesh Deluxe Commercial Vest Small
Kent Sporting Goods 150800-200-030-12 Mesh Deluxe Commercial Life Vest Medium
Kent Sporting Goods 102000-200-001-12 Child Type II Life Jacket USCG Approved
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Kent Sporting Goods 157200-400-010-19 Type III Adult Life Jacket PFD Blue
Kent Sporting Goods 104300-100-001-19 Water Buddies Ladybug Child Life Jacket
Kent Sporting Goods 157200-400-050-19 Neoprene Pet Life Jacket X-Large Green
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Kent Sporting Goods 142500-100-070-26 Rapid-Dry Flex-Back Life Vest 3XL Red
Kent Sporting Goods 142500-100-060-26 Rapid-Dry Flex-Back Life Jacket 2XL Red
Kent Sporting Goods 142500-100-050-26 Men's Rapid-Dry Flex-Back Life Jacket XL Red/Black
Kent Sporting Goods 142500-100-040-26 Men's Rapid-Dry Flex-Back Life Jacket Large Red/Black
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Kent Sporting Goods 142500-100-030-26 Rapid Dry Type III PFD Life Vest Medium Red
Kent Sporting Goods 142500-100-020-26 Men's Rapid-Dry Flex-Back Life Jacket Small Red/Black
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Kent Sporting Goods 142100-505-000-26 Rapid Dry Infant Life Jacket Vest Aqua
Kent Sporting Goods 142100-200-001-26 Rapid Dry Child Life Vest Orange
Kent Sporting Goods 142100-100-002-26 Youth Rapid-Dry Flex-Back Life Jacket Red
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Kent Sporting Goods 112200-300-001-26 Child Foam Life Vest PFD Yellow
Kent Sporting Goods 112200-105-001-26 Full Throttle Nylon Child Life Jacket PFD Pink
A Legacy of Water Safety: Kent Sporting Goods Life Vests
When it comes to keeping people safe on the water, few names carry the weight of Kent Sporting Goods. Founded as a subsidiary of Eagle Rubber Company — a manufacturer with deep roots in military-grade inflatable safety equipment — Kent has been developing trusted marine safety products since 1957. That heritage of precision and reliability flows directly into every life vest the brand produces today.
Kent's approach to personal flotation devices (PFDs) is built on one core principle: every boater, paddler, and water worker deserves a life jacket that works when it counts. The brand has grown to become one of the largest USCG-approved life jacket manufacturers in the commercial and recreational marine market, earning certifications from both the United States Coast Guard and Transport Canada.
A Life Vest for Every Situation on the Water
What sets Kent's life vest lineup apart is its breadth. Whether you're a casual lake-day boater, an avid kayaker, or a maritime professional, Kent offers a PFD engineered for your specific needs.
- Type II Foam Vests: Kent's classic adult Type II foam life jackets are designed to turn an unconscious wearer face-up in calm inland waters. Practical and affordable, these are often available in convenient multi-packs — making them a go-to choice for families and charter operations that need to outfit multiple passengers efficiently.
- Type III Performance Vests: For active boaters and professionals who need greater freedom of movement, Kent offers Type III vests including specialized options like the First Responder PFD and Search & Rescue Commercial Vest, with purpose-built features like mobility-friendly cuts and storage pockets.
- All Clear® Inflatable PFDs: The A/M-33 All Clear automatic/manual inflatable delivers a slim, low-profile design that stays out of the way until needed. It features a soft neoprene neckline for all-day comfort, a quick-release inflation handle, and is convertible between automatic and manual inflation modes. USCG approved as a Type V with Type II performance in automatic mode.
Built on Decades of Marine Safety Expertise
Kent's deep involvement in the PFD space traces back to the early 1980s, when the brand became a major force in both the Type I commercial vest and Type II recreational markets. Since then, the company has continuously refined its product designs, maintaining quality controls and staying current with evolving USCG standards and boating regulations. Products across the lineup feature reflective materials for visibility, durable construction suited to harsh marine environments, and clear compliance labeling so boaters always know exactly what they're wearing.
For anyone spending time on the water — whether on a fishing boat, a kayak, or a commercial vessel — Kent Sporting Goods life vests represent a reliable intersection of safety heritage, regulatory compliance, and practical design. Browse the full selection of life vests or explore everything Kent Sporting Goods has to offer.