Zhik Kollition X Impact PFD

The Zhik Kollition™ X Impact PFD combines impact protection, certified buoyancy and freedom of movement for demanding high-speed watersports. Part of Zhik’s Kollition™ range, the X model features integrated impact plates to protect the chest and spine, alongside strategically layered foam and an ergonomic neoprene shell. Contoured panelling creates a close, flexible fit, while the streamlined, high-cut profile accommodates harnesses used in kiteboarding, wingfoiling, windsurfing and trapeze sailing. Side zip entry and a compact chest pocket with drainage holes complete this performance-focused design.

Key Features

• Integrated impact protection: Built-in plates provide impact protection for the chest and spine.
• 50N certified buoyancy: Certified to ISO 12402-5.
• Ergonomic neoprene shell: Contoured panelling designed for a close, comfortable fit.
• Layered foam construction: Variable-thickness foam supports comfort and impact protection.
• Low-profile design: Streamlined construction supports freedom of movement.
• High-cut profile: Designed to provide waist clearance for compatible watersports and trapeze harnesses.
• Side zip entry: Allows convenient donning and removal.
• Chest pocket: Compact storage pocket with drainage holes.
• Kollition™ X specification: Part of Zhik’s Kollition™ range, with the X designation identifying the range’s highest specification.

Ideal For

• Kiteboarding and kitesurfing
• Wingfoiling
• Windsurfing
• High-speed sailing
• Trapeze sailing
• Watersports requiring impact protection, mobility and certified buoyancy

Technical Specifications

• Construction: Neoprene shell with variable-thickness foam and integrated impact plates
• Impact protection: Chest and spine
• Entry: Side zip
• Storage: Chest pocket with drainage holes
• Materials: 43% polyvinyl chloride, 29% nylon, 28% neoprene

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Zhik Kollition X different from a standard impact vest?
It combines integrated chest and spine impact plates with 50N buoyancy certification to ISO 12402-5.

Does the Kollition X provide buoyancy as well as impact protection?
Yes. It is a certified 50N PFD designed to combine buoyancy with impact protection.

Can I wear it with a watersports harness?
Its high-cut profile is designed to accommodate harnesses used in sports such as kiteboarding, wingfoiling, windsurfing and trapeze sailing. Check compatibility with your particular harness before use.

How does the PFD fit?
The ergonomic neoprene shell, contoured panelling and layered foam are designed to create a close-fitting profile while allowing movement.

Does it have a pocket?
Yes. It features a compact chest pocket with drainage holes for small essentials.

What certification does it have?
The Kollition X Impact PFD is certified to ISO 12402-5

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