TRC Recreation, LP Life Vests

TRC Recreation Life Vests: A Legacy of Flotation Innovation

When it comes to personal flotation devices with real historical weight behind them, few names carry more credibility than TRC Recreation, LP. Founded in 1957 by Robert S. Scheurer, TRC Recreation is a pioneer of personal flotation products in the vinyl coating industry. The company's journey in water safety is not just long — it's filled with genuine firsts. The first product ever made by the company was the SKI-MASTER Vinyl-Coated Ski Belt, the very first vinyl-coated foam flotation product ever created. That spirit of innovation carried forward: in 1967, TRC Recreation developed and introduced the world's first Coast Guard Approved wrap-around Water Ski Vest made of vinyl-covered closed-cell foam, followed by the invention of the present external strap Ski Vest, which was Coast Guard Approved the very first year that TYPE III Coast Guard Approvals were allowed.

The Super Soft® Difference

At the heart of TRC Recreation's life vest lineup is their flagship Super Soft® brand. Registered in the early 1960s, the Super Soft brand name is now recognized worldwide as a leader in vinyl-coated products. What makes Super Soft vests stand out from conventional nylon alternatives? Unlike nylon life jackets that remain wet and constricting, Super Soft Life Vests dry quickly, are lightweight, and are comfortable for hours of continuous wear. The secret lies in their construction: the vests feature high-quality vinyl-coated closed-cell foam construction and Kwik-Snap buckles. The vinyl coating helps the life vest dry quickly for added convenience.

The Super Soft Life Vests are the same life vests used by major water theme parks — a testament to their durability and trusted performance in high-demand environments. TRC's Super Soft® brand is recognized globally as the standard for quality vinyl-coated, closed-cell foam water recreation products proudly made in the U.S.A.

Options for the Whole Family

TRC Recreation's life vest range covers swimmers of all ages and activity levels. Adult vests are engineered for an ergonomic, secure fit — featuring automatic slot-back size adjustment and Kwik-Snap buckles to dial in a personalized, reliable hold. For Type III activities like boating, kayaking, water skiing, and fishing, USCG-approved Type III personal flotation devices from TRC are suited for boating, gliding on water skis, fishing on a canoe, kayaking, swimming, and more.

Younger water adventurers are equally well served. Super Soft® youth and child swim vests are noted for their ability to quickly dry, which keeps the child safely in the vests around water. Kids' vests are made of soft, vinyl-coated foam and come in bright colors, so it's easy to spot your child in the water.

Made in the USA, Built to Last

With two manufacturing facilities located in Wichita Falls and Graham, Texas, TRC can provide optimum production, reliable service, and timely delivery. TRC Recreation holds many patents and has numerous registered trademarks, underscoring a brand that takes both innovation and quality seriously. Whether you're gearing up for a weekend on the lake or outfitting an entire family for the season, TRC Recreation life vests offer the kind of proven, American-made protection that water enthusiasts have trusted for over six decades.