{"product_id":"forward-wip-impact-vest-50n","title":"Forward WIP Impact Vest 50N","description":"\u003ch2\u003eUltimate High-Speed and Big Shock Protection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Forward WIP Impact Vest 50N is the buoyancy and impact vest of choice for wingfoilers, kiters, and sailors who need serious protection at speed. Refined over 10 years and worn by professional teams and pro riders worldwide, it combines EN ISO 12402-5 certified 50N buoyancy with high-density thermoformed foam — protecting your torso and ribcage when it matters most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShock absorption where you need it most\u003c\/strong\u003e — High-density thermoformed foam across the vest, plus dedicated side pads that shield the ribcage, giving you real impact protection at the points that take the biggest hits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoves with you, works with your harness\u003c\/strong\u003e — A slim profile with wide openings and a harness-ready cut keeps the vest out of your way on a wing handle, kite bar, or boom. Adjustable shoulder straps let you dial in the perfect fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFive smart pockets for on-the-water essentials\u003c\/strong\u003e — A large zipped pocket, a back pocket, two shoulder pad pockets, and a dedicated knife and safety cutter pocket so your essential safety tools are always within reach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're wingfoiling, kiting, or sailing, the Forward WIP Impact Vest 50N has been the world-reference impact vest for over a decade. Available in Small, Medium, Large, and X Large — chat to the Board-Worx team or grab yours online today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Specs \u0026amp; Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForward WIP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuoyancy rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50N\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCertification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEN ISO 12402-5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTesting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImpact tested\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoam type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-density thermoformed foam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExtra protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSide pads for ribcage protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfile \u0026amp; fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlim profile, wide openings, harness-ready\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjustable shoulder straps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePockets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 total: 1 large zipped, 1 back pocket, 2 shoulder pad pockets, 1 knife \u0026amp; safety cutter pocket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePersonalisation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear Velcro panel for name or sponsor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWingfoiling, kitesurfing, sailing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall, Medium, Large, X Large\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e£159.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat certification does the Forward WIP Impact Vest 50N have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Forward WIP Impact Vest 50N is certified to EN ISO 12402-5 — the international standard for Level 50 buoyancy aids. It is also impact tested, providing both flotation and shock absorption protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Forward WIP Impact Vest 50N compatible with a harness?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The vest is designed with a slim profile and wide openings to work with a harness, and is specifically described as harness-ready. This makes it well suited to wing handles, kite bars, and sailing booms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat pockets does the Forward WIP Impact Vest 50N have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vest has 5 pockets: a large zipped pocket, a back pocket, two shoulder pad pockets, and a dedicated knife and safety cutter pocket for essential safety tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat sports is the Forward WIP Impact Vest 50N designed for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vest is designed for wingfoiling, kitesurfing, and sailing, and is used by professional teams and pro riders across all three disciplines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I personalise the Forward WIP Impact Vest 50N?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The vest has a rear Velcro panel designed to hold your name or a sponsor logo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long has the Forward WIP Impact Vest 50N been developed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForward WIP describes this vest as the result of 10 years of continuous improvements, making it the world-reference impact vest trusted by the best teams and pro riders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Forward WIP Impact Vest with harness hook\" href=\"https:\/\/www.board-worx.com\/products\/wip-wing-impact-vest-50n\"\u003eWe still have a few of the Forward WIP impact vests with the harness hook\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.forward-wip.com\/\" title=\"Forward WIP impact vests and watersports gear\"\u003eForward WIP products\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/1DnMhM0Tudc?si=RihLoPANyIm-ZxLN\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Forward WIP","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":57178478805372,"sku":null,"price":159.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":57178478838140,"sku":"3700919800063","price":159.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":57178478870908,"sku":"3700919800070","price":159.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"X Large","offer_id":57178478903676,"sku":null,"price":159.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0554\/1458\/7572\/files\/A72F04CF-1561-484C-A247-618D020D6C71_1080x_913ea5ae-14c3-4d18-951e-dfaebfdd6cf3.webp?v=1784204185","url":"https:\/\/www.board-worx.com\/products\/forward-wip-impact-vest-50n","provider":"Boardworx","version":"1.0","type":"link"}