It will keep you f***ing warm.
We built the Vest of Power from the ground up. The first reason we did this is that vests are a near perfect layer — more than a t-shirt but less than a big jacket, and with all the zippered pockets, they’re perfect for traveling. The second reason is that at some point power vests became a statement of environmental bona fides and politics. As for environmentalism — USA built stuff that never fails and won’t end up in a landfill is about as environmentally conscious as it gets.
As for politics, in our Vest of Power you’ll find the American Flag — red, white, and blue — there’s our politics for you.
The GORUCK brand stands for Building Better Americans, the Special Forces way of life, and a life or death approach to building the world’s toughest gear.
Overall rating: 4.716981 / 5 from 106 reviews.
The Men's Vest of Power by GORUCK is praised for its excellent quality, great fit, and ample pockets, making it a practical and comfortable choice for various activities. The vest is highly breathable and flexible, ensuring ease of movement. While opinions on the material are mixed, the vest's durability and environmental consciousness are highlighted.
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"Basically went with the xl, fit so well and looks so good I turned right around and ordered a 2xl to wear over layers, this vest is super comfortable and extremely high build quality as is the rest of Goruck gear. Definitely happy with the both of them. Triple the 5 stars if possible, 5 stars doesn’t do it justice."
"Fits well! Heavier than I expected! I am looking forward to trying it out in the fall, winter of 2026."
"Fantastic vest. The outer shell has a great texture and feel, and the interior is incredibly soft—especially around the neck, where it’s almost moleskin-level comfortable. It’s built like a tank but still flexible and easy to wear. This has become my go-to layer for work and social events, and I get compliments on it constantly. Even the subtle front logo gets a lot of appreciative nods"
"BLUF: This vest fits great and is very warm. I love the toughness of GR clothing, accessories, and rucks / bags. I have actually been replacing some of my other long-term bags and clothes to reduce down to GR, which has been enjoyable and necessary."
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"I've got SO much GORUCK gear, so when the search started for a low-pro vest, I looked elsewhere (with no luck). Ordered this and can testify it fits nice and close, is warm, and looks good. I'm in the upper Midwest and it is a great layer ---we are currently being Vortexed--and this thing is doing the trick every day."
"Overall great quality construction from Goruck as usual and best part is made in USA. Consider sizing up because it runs slim. . I’m 6’ 178 and Large fits much better than Medium when zipped up."
"Extremely warm considering how light it is."
"Another outstanding item from GORUCK! The outer layer feels durable and the inner layer of fleece is very substantial, thick. I haven't worn it in extreme conditions yet but I think it will keep me very warm. I intend to wear while traveling and rucking. It fits perfectly under the Indestructible Challenge Windbreaker I own for a nice layering system. The only nitpick I have is the lack of a hanging loop (same omission on the ICW). I'm 5'11", 160#, athletic build and the medium fits like a glove. Love that it's made in the US!"
"My wardrobe is full of Goruck products. All I wear is Goruck. A great company and great craftsmanship. It's winter in Japan now and the vest of power suits the climate! All their clothing is not only fashionably subdued but fun to wear too."
