2010Steadi-Newbies forum
Replacing loose straps on Pilot vest with clip-based fastening systems
16 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- The Pilot vest can be upgraded with a kit that replaces straps with plastic clips and new velcro fastening
- The Flyer vest is compatible with Pilot rigs and offers an alternative to the standard Pilot vest
- The Flyer vest features more robust construction than the Pilot vest because it was engineered to support twice the weight
- Replacing worn straps with new straps is a temporary solution since the fastening will loosen again over time
- The Flyer vest and Pilot vest are fundamentally different designs, not merely different strap systems
Depends on
- The Flyer vest upgrade is significantly more expensive than strap replacement or clip upgrade kits
- Whether the Flyer vest provides noticeably better stability compared to an upgraded Pilot vest with clips remains a matter of personal preference
- The specific part numbers mentioned may be outdated since this discussion is from 2010