The vest is solidly made and a pleasure to use. Quality zipper. Clean seams. Fabric is sturdy. Pocket access is good. Pockets are amply sized and easy to shake out after training. Whoever designed this vest was thinking of folks who train in street clothes; not sweats because it fits over pants, belts, and the things you keep there. I am a small person. Most training vests that fit over my pants hang halfway down my thighs and make me look like a clown. Not this one. Also, if the weather is cold, it's big enough around to wear over a coat. Great vest!!!