Stohlquist
The Stohlquist Story
Stohlquist products are the result of a lifetime of hands-on paddling, entrepreneurial spirit, craftsmanship and design experience of the company founder, Jim Stohlquist.
Each model we offer follows the lineage of 40+ years of product innovation and refinement, incorporating the latest in raw material development and manufacturing know-how to provide our customers with the best WaterWare available today.
From the early days, Stohlquist has been a family company. Based in Buena Vista, the company operated in close proximity to the famous “Numbers” section of the Arkansas River. The focus ever since, has been on making the best possible product for comfort and safety on the water. As one of the first companies designing gear for paddlers and one of the few original designers left, Stohlquist continues to lead with innovative products designed for the true water-lover.
The Stohlquist Fit System
WHAT IS THE STOHLQUIST FIT SYSTEM?
Paddlers know that one size of foam doesn’t fit all bodies
That’s why Stohlquist has pioneered slim, sculpted, cinched fits for all forms with our industry leading Fit System.
GRADED SIZING
Tailor-made for each paddler with fine-tuned chassis, straps and seams, providing a custom fitting PFD.
WRAPTURE SHAPED TORSO
Ergonomically designed foam that contours to the natural shape of the body, allowing for a snug, secure and comfortable fit that won’t ride up.
CROSS CHEST CINCH
Innovative strap system that anchors the PFD in place and eliminates ride-up and chafing on your underarms.
WOMEN’S FIT
Ergonomically designed for women with comfortably sculpted interior foam cups.
Graded Sizing for Real People*
Stohlquist PFDs with Graded Sizing are uniquely designed to fit every body from petite to XXL across men, women, kids, and dogs.
Graded Sizing for Optimal Comfort
FEATURES INCLUDE:
- Tailor-made dimensions specifically crafted for every sized paddler
- Each size methodically fine-tunes the chassis (flotation foam), straps and seams to provide the ideal buoyancy and fit
- Engineered for a customized and comfortable fit
The Stohlquist Difference
Various foam body sizes & adjustable straps
Graded Sizing provides the correct chassis dimensions with varying amounts of flotation foam for every size paddler to ensure the most comfortable fit and the right amount of buoyancy.
OTHER BRANDS
Adjustable straps only
Other manufacturer’s simply change the length of their straps without adjusting the dimensions of the flotation foam creating a bulky, uncomfortable fit.