Follow - Principle
Blue / XXL
£134.99
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AT A GLANCE
Fit, protection & comfort.
The key things to know before choosing this vest.
VEST TYPE
Men's Wakeboard Impact Vest
FIT
Tapered Performance Fit
BUOYANCY
Impact Vest – Buoyancy Not Stated
CERTIFICATION
Non-CGA Impact Vest
CLOSURE SYSTEM
YKK Locker Front Zip
VEST PROFILE
How this vest performs.
Flexibility
Structured to highly flexible
5/5
Impact Protection
Light to maximum protection
4/5
Freedom of Movement
Supportive to unrestricted
5/5
Comfort
Basic to all-day comfort
5/5
Value for Money
Premium price to standout value
4/5
WAKESHOP VERDICT
Our take.
The Principal gets the fundamentals of a performance impact vest very right. Its firm tapered chest fit keeps it secure while the contour opens towards the waist, so it feels locked in without becoming restrictive. Dual-S neoprene gives it a softer, more premium feel than polyester designs, while Featherweight Foam and the TrueFit liner keep weight and bulk down. A very strong all-round performance vest for riders who prefer a close, athletic fit.
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BEST FOR
Intermediate to advanced wakeboarders, cable and boat riding, riders who prefer a secure tapered fit, and anyone wanting a premium balance of flexibility, comfort and low-bulk protection.
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NOT IDEAL FOR
Riders who require a certified buoyancy aid or life jacket, riders who strongly prefer a relaxed fit, or those specifically looking for Follow's highest-end technical impact vest.
WHY WE STOCK IT
Why it earns a place at WakeShop.
The Principal fills an important gap between relaxed everyday impact vests and the most technical high-end designs. Its Tapered Fit holds securely through the chest while giving more freedom around the waist, and the Dual-S neoprene, Featherweight Foam and TrueFit liner make it light, comfortable and flexible. It's a particularly strong choice for riders who dislike loose-fitting vests but don't want their movement restricted.
WAKESHOP COMPARISON
Which vest is right for you?
Compare this vest with the alternatives we'd consider alongside it.
★ EDITOR'S CHOICE
Best Technical Wake Vest
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£159.99
Overall
9.2/10
9.3/10
9.5/10
9.0/10
Vest type
Men's Wakeboard Impact Vest
Men's 50N Wake Impact Vest
Men's Wakeboard Impact Vest
Men's 50N Wake Impact Vest
Fit
Tapered Performance Fit
Tapered Performance Fit
Short / Tapered Performance Fit
Relaxed Fit
Buoyancy
Impact Vest – Buoyancy Not Stated
50N Buoyancy
Impact Vest – Buoyancy Not Stated
50N Buoyancy
Certification
Non-CGA Impact Vest
CE / EN ISO 12402-5 (50N)
Non-CGA Impact Vest
CE / EN ISO 12402-5 (50N)
Closure
YKK Locker Front Zip
YKK Locker Front Zip
YKK Aquaguard Front Zip
YKK Locker Front Zip
Flexibility
Impact protection
Freedom of movement
Comfort
Value for money
Why we'd choose it
Choose the Principal if you want a premium, close-fitting Follow vest that combines excellent flexibility and freedom of movement with a secure tapered fit, without stepping all the way up to Follow's most technical models.
Choose the Affiliate if you want a premium all-round wake impact vest with a secure tapered fit, extremely soft and stretchy neoprene, and enough versatility to work equally well behind the boat or at the cable.
Choose the Follow RD if you want a premium, technical wake impact vest with a short tapered fit, exceptional stretch and excellent freedom of movement for aggressive cable and boat riding.
Choose the Corp if you want a comfortable, relaxed-fit wake impact vest that delivers Follow's core construction quality at a more accessible price.