Anyone who knows me knows I have an affection for pockets – some even tell me its a problem.  The day I discovered the SCOTTeVEST I was intrigued and decided to try one out for daily outings and one for hiking.  There are several versions of the vest and each has 30-40 pockets!  Now you see my initial attraction.

These vests tend to be on the pricey side but I must admit it is well worth it.  My first SCOTTeVEST has been with me for two years.  It has seen an incredible amount of wear and it has always held up.  All the zippers, pockets, stitching and fabric have many years left in them.

One of the first things I noticed when I started using my SCOTTeVEST was how well designed it is.  The positioning of the pockets allow for the ideal distribution of weight.  I am able to carry everyday items plus different pieces of hiking gear all within the vest with little bulk.  There are specialized pockets for phones, sunglasses, larger pockets for guidebooks and more.  I can wear this on long hikes with no issues.  In fact, I find it difficult to hike without it.  It keeps gear organized and readily available.

All-in-all I am very satisfied with the functionality and versatility of the SCOTTeVEST and have no issues recommending it as the ultimate hiking vest.