Mystic Brand Front-Zip Wake/Wing Impact Vest

The Mystic Brand Front-Zip Wake/Wing Impact Vest is an entry-point impact vest from Mystic Kiteboarding, built for wakeboarding, cable riding, and wing foiling. It sits in Mystic's wake-oriented impact vest category, offering torso protection without the bulk that can restrict upper-body movement on the water. The vest uses a front-zip design with a YKK zipper for straightforward on-and-off access, paired with Mystic's Zipper Lock feature that keeps the closure secure during sessions. It is available in Flash Yellow, Global Blue, and Black, spanning sizes from X-Small through X-Large.

Like all impact vests in Mystic's lineup, the Brand model is not a flotation device or buoyancy aid. Its purpose is impact absorption — cushioning falls and collisions rather than keeping the wearer afloat.

• Foam: Clash foam
• Outer material: MX2 Neoprene
• Closure: YKK front zip with Zipper Lock
• Waist grip: Silicone non-slip print for harness compatibility
• Available sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL
• Available colors: Flash Yellow, Global Blue, Black
• Weight: 2.0 kg (approximate, may vary by size)
• Flotation: Not a flotation device

The Mystic Brand Impact Vest targets beginner to intermediate riders who want reliable torso protection at a moderate price point. It suits wakeboarders at cable parks, recreational wing foilers, and riders who are progressing through their first seasons and want impact padding without investing in a higher-tier vest. The silicone waist print makes it practical for riders who wear a harness over the vest during wing foiling sessions, giving the harness hook area extra grip against the vest surface.

Because it prioritizes straightforward protection over premium materials and advanced thermal lining, the Brand vest works well in warm-water and mild conditions where insulation is a secondary concern. Riders looking for cold-water warmth or spine-specific protection panels will want to step up in Mystic's range.

The Brand sits at the entry level of Mystic's front-zip wake impact vest range. Above it, the Mystic Star Impact Vest adds upgraded construction and fit refinements at a higher price, while the Mystic VOLTT Impact Vest represents a further step up with Clash foam plates, dedicated NBR foam spine protection, M-Flex 2.0 neoprene, and Fox Fleece interior lining. The Brand shares the same core Clash foam and YKK front-zip platform as its more expensive siblings but strips back the extras, making it the most accessible option in the men's wake/wing lineup.

For riders who need kite-specific impact protection with an unpadded harness zone, Mystic offers the Block Impact Vest as an alternative. The Brand's silicone grip approach takes a different route, keeping padding across the waist while adding surface friction for harness stability.