The front pockets actually fit my lure boxes, and there's a spot to clip my pliers so they're not rattling around loose. Wore it for six hours straight in the kayak and barely noticed it was on.
Penelope★★★★☆
The front pockets are actually usable for a small tackle box and pliers, which I didn't expect from a fishing vest. Only gripe is the back foam rides a little high when seated in my kayak, but it's fine once I'm paddling.
Nicholas★★★★☆
The flotation is solid and the adjustable shoulder straps cinched down nicely over my rain shell. Only nitpick is the front pockets sit a bit high for me, but they still hold a small tackle box fine.