AK
| SKU:
PB-022608126
AK IMPACT VEST CONTACT 2026
AK IMPACT VEST CONTACT 2026 - XS is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Highly flexible foam shock panels protect the upper back and rib area, while the reduced padding at the waist allows for a clean fit under any hip trapezoid. The side zipper (Side-Entry) reduces bulk in the chest area for greater freedom of movement and a close-fitting fit. The full neoprene inner lining ensures high wearing comfort, with or without a wetsuit.
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Product properties
Product properties
- Year of construction: 2026
- Driving skills: Beginner to Advanced
- Type: Impact Vest / Protective Vest
- Area of application: Kiting, windsurfing, wing foiling
- Material: Neoprene (Full Neoprene Interior Lining), Foam Shock Panels
Manufacturer information
Manufacturer information
Manufacturer
AK IMPACT VEST CONTACT 2026
Description
Description
The AK Impact Vest Contact 2026 is your slim-fit protective vest for kiting, windsurfing, and wing foiling – designed to protect the upper back and rib area without restricting your movement. The highly flexible foam shock panels are arranged in an ergonomic panel layout that adapts to your body, while the deliberately reduced padding at the waist ensures that your waist belt sits cleanly and without pressure points.
Why this product is right for you
- Provides targeted protection for the upper back and rib area – exactly where it really counts during falls and board contact.
- Reduced padding in the waist area: compatible with any waist belt, without pressure points or slipping.
- Side-entry with zipper reduces bulk in the chest area for greater flexibility and a close-fitting fit.
- Full Neoprene Interior Lining: comfortable feel directly on the skin or over a wetsuit.
- Ergonomic panel layout for a cleaner, sporty fit and high comfort.
- Highly flexible package – protection without unnecessary bulk.
- Important note: an impact vest, not a swimming or flotation vest.
Suitable for
- Kitesurfers, windsurfers, and wing foilers who use a waist belt.
- Beginners to advanced riders who want additional protection without sacrificing comfort.
- Riders looking for a slim, waist-belt-compatible vest instead of a flotation vest.
- Anyone who wants to wear a vest directly over a wetsuit or on the skin.
Details and specifications
The Contact combines flexible foam shock panels with a slim, sporty cut. The side zipper keeps the chest panel free and ensures a close, flexible fit that combines well with a waist belt.
- Product type: Impact Vest / Protective vest
- Entry: Side-Entry with zipper
- Protection area: upper back and rib area
- Inner lining: Full Neoprene Interior Lining
- Compatibility: with any waist belt
- Sizes: XS to XXL
- Model year: 2026
Specifications
Specifications
The AK Impact Vest Contact is an impact protection vest and not a swimming or flotation vest. It features foam shock panels for additional protection in the upper back and rib area.
Size Chart
| Size | EU Size | Chest Circumference (cm) | Chest Circumference (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 46 | 85 - 88 | 33 - 35 |
| S | 48 | 89 - 93 | 35 - 37 |
| M | 50 | 94 - 99 | 37 - 39 |
| L | 52 | 100 - 104 | 39 - 41 |
| XL | 54 | 105 - 110 | 41 - 43.5 |
Additional Specifications
- Product Type: Impact Vest / Impact Protection Vest
- Protection Area: Upper Back and Rib Area
- Entry: Side-Entry with Zipper
- Inner Lining: Full Neoprene Interior Lining
- Compatible with Hip Trapezoid (Reduced Padding in the Waist Area)
- Note: Not a Swimming or Flotation Vest
FAQ
FAQ
FAQ
Is the AK Impact Vest Contact a life jacket or buoyancy aid?
No. The Contact is an impact vest and is expressly not a life jacket or buoyancy aid. It is designed for protection and mobility, not as a flotation device.
Which areas does the AK Impact Vest Contact protect?
The flexible foam shock panels protect the upper back and rib area – the typical impact zones in falls and board contact.
Can I wear the vest with a harness?
Yes. Thanks to the reduced padding in the waist area, the Contact is perfectly compatible with any harness, without pressure points or slipping.
For which sports is the impact vest suitable?
It is made for kiting, windsurfing, and wing foiling – anywhere you are out on a harness and want additional protection for your upper body and ribs.
How do I put on the vest?
The side-entry zipper keeps the chest panel free, reduces bulk in the chest area, and ensures a close-fitting, flexible fit.
Can I wear the vest directly on my skin?
Yes. The full neoprene interior lining ensures a comfortable feel – both directly on the skin and over a wetsuit.
What sizes are available?
The AK Impact Vest Contact 2026 is available in sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, and XXL.
How do I care for my impact vest?
Rinse the vest with clean fresh water after use, air dry it, and do not store it in direct sunlight. This will keep the neoprene and foam panels in good condition for a long time.
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