More air when it counts.
The Patagonia PSI Vest 2.0 is the next generation of Patagonia’s Personal Surf Inflation vest. It’s worn under a wetsuit and can be inflated multiple times in one session after heavy wipeouts and long hold-downs. Feedback from Patagonia’s big-wave ambassadors led to an expanded, gender-inclusive size range, a slimmer bladder with the same air volume, and CO2 canisters moved to the back. It’s built to work with Patagonia’s new Impact wetsuits.
Patagonia will roll out the vest at the Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational ceremony at Waimea Bay in December 2026, after its Out the Back tour stops at the North Shore store Dec. 3–6. Vests go on sale in early 2027, and buyers must first complete Big Wave Risk Assessment Group (BWRAG) safety training.
Paige Alms at Pe‘ahi (Jaws), Maui. Photo: Fred Pompermayer / Patagonia
Features
- Multiple inflations per session
- Worn under a wetsuit; pairs with Patagonia Impact wetsuits
- Expanded, gender-inclusive sizing
- CO2 canisters relocated to the back
- BWRAG training required to purchase
Price: TBA (on sale early 2027)
