Originally Posted by
alra195
I've just recently came back to using a vest after years of chest packs. I've got nothing against packs, I liked them a lot and still have and will use a JW Mini II. It's just that time, age and gravity have conspired against my anotomy and I missed seeing my feet! A vest has allowed me to once again regain contact with them while fishing (hi feet! It's nice to see you again!)
When I made the switch back to a vest I did go with a mesh with the idea that the extra ventilation was a plus in the hot weather that could be easily compensated for in cold weather by adding another layer (wind proof fleece is another wonderful invention, isn't it?). So far I'm pretty happy with a mesh vest. They've come a long way. The real test for me will be this summer when things heat up.