Tough and durable but completely comfortable without the shoulder pads. It's very stable and even after a 1/2 hour on the treadmill it is still comfortable. The only downside are the pads which are basically useless.

It's possible they just sewed the flap on the wrong side and then sewed it to the flap for the weight compartment. The velcro is also too loose/little, so part of the weight goes off my body when i get close to the ground, because the vest comes kind ...  Read More

It pains me to have to request a refund for something like this. Currently waiting on a response for my refund request. But to warn future buyers, certain things lead me to believe this vest won't last long term.

The sad realization is that eventually all the bags will be in the same condition - worn out and leaking sand, just from the expected use that would come from the purchase of this type of equipment. The nylon material (almost the thickness / texture o...  Read More

The powder seems to go everywhere. It smells horrible and ias the powder goes everywhere, i pray there is no lead or mercury in it. The issue i have is that it you can’t throw it in the washer.