Kayak fishing demands more from a PFD than almost any other paddling discipline, and the Kokatat Leviathan was built around that reality.

Developed in collaboration with top kayak fishing professionals, the Leviathan packs 14 pockets into a high-back life vest without sacrificing comfort or fit. Eight zippered pockets, four mesh pockets, and two fleece-lined handwarmer pockets give you organised, accessible storage for lures, tools, and tackle whether you're running a tournament or a long day on an Ontario bass lake. Multiple attachment points let you customise your gear placement, and compatibility with the Tributary Hydration system keeps you topped up on longer outings without reaching for a separate pack.

Body-mapped Gaia PVC-free foam panels are contoured and articulated to wrap the torso in a secure, relaxed fit that moves naturally through a full casting motion. The high-back design with quick-drying Ariaprene mesh at the lower back and shoulders is built to work with the tall seat backs found in most fishing kayaks, keeping you comfortable over a full day on the water. The 210D high-tenacity ripstop nylon shell is durable enough to handle the hooks, lines, and hardware that come with regular kayak angling use. Currently available in XS/SM only.

• Shell: 210D high-tenacity ripstop nylon
• Foam: Body-mapped Gaia PVC-free, articulated panels
• Back: Quick-drying Ariaprene mesh for high seat back compatibility
• Pockets: 14 total (8 zippered, 4 mesh, 2 fleece-lined handwarmers)
• Attachment points: Multiple, for fishing gear and accessories
• Hydration: Compatible with Tributary Hydration system
• Adjustment: Multiple side adjustments
• Buoyancy: XS/S 16.5 lbs, M/L 17.5 lbs, XL/XXL 18 lbs
• Certification: UL/USA, ULC/Canada, CE/Europe
• Available sizes: XS/SM only

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