I have MS and when my body temp increases, even slightly, Uhthoff’s phenomenon kicks in and I become wobbly and unstable. I’ve been looking for cooling vests for some time and have tried a few that weren't quite right. I purchased the Ultimo Cooling vest and am very excited to report that I am able to walk farther, work in the garden longer and even washed my dog in the yard without getting wobbly!
The size 0 vest fits well (I am 5’2”, 125 pounds). The velcro is strong and allows me to adjust the tightness of the vest, which is super helpful because I am prone to “MS Hugs,” a misnomer at best. (If you know you know.)
Customer Service is Excellent! Luanne has been more than helpful. She is a delight to work with and super helpful and accommodating!
Thanks for developing a great product. :)
I’m an athlete !
I play tennis, pickle ball. I ride a bike and I walk. I live in Florida where the humidity is so high 95% From May to October !
I bought the ULTIMO
COOL VEST and HEADBAND
I wear them both during my tennis matches or any other sport that I’m doing they keep me cool 1 1/2-2 hours. Makes a huge difference in my recovery you’re not dragging ……you don’t lose your energy !!
It is the BEST investment I’ve ever made And the Vest washes very easily and looks great.
I have extra ice packs if I need them The customer service people are so easy to talk to and they respond quickly. If you have any kind of issue!!
Oro is the best company I have found to work with in the US in a very long time. Thanks for everything LUANNE appreciate it.
Nancy Shuman
Palm Beach gardens, Florida
70 years young
I purchased both the headband and the gloves. The headband works better than expected. It stayed cool on a long run over 60 minutes. The gloves also were a great fit, although if you're planning on holding something in your hand it might feel a bit awkward as the ice packs are somewhat large. The reusable packs are convenient, although you should be careful not to squeeze them because one of them burst after first use. The owner of the company is so kind and sent a replacement pack right away. I highly recommend both products!
Used my best for the first time last weekend and it worked like a charm, keeping me cool in hot weather. It’s so lightweight that I didn’t even know I was wearing anything.
Thank you for taking time to share your experience with your Coolsport Vestino! You hit the nail on the head why this style is our most popular. Enjoy what's left of summer, Camille!
I feel so fortunate to have discovered Oro Sports USA!
I have MS and heat is my nemesis. I’ve used a passive ice pack cooling vest for several decades and while it works well, it’s very heavy and bulky and looks like a flack jacket.
I started with the Coolsport Vestino and love it for its simplicity and that it can be worn under my clothing. The Vestino plus the Cooling Headband is a great combo for being out and about on a warm day, or visiting places that lack A/C.
But as the summer really heats up and I want to be outside for any length of time, the Ultimo Cooling Vest can’t be beat, especially when used with a cooling headband and wrist coolers (would love to have ankle coolers, too).
As long as I add a hat and stay well hydrated, I can work in my garden for hours, can join friends on walks I’d normally never consider in hot weather, and don’t have to worry about suddenly finding myself overheated and a little panicky about whether or not I’ll be able to make it home in time before symptoms kick in, making it difficult to continue walking.
Experiencing this increased level confidence in hot weather is quite remarkable, and I am so thankful.
Also, I love the yellow color. I initially thought it might be too bright, but as friends pointed out, since I always wear bright colors, who’s going to notice?
And finally, the customer service is simply the best I’ve ever experienced. Luanne has been invaluable with her help for each of my orders, and ever so patient, too :) Thank you, Luanne!
Paul, Paul, Paul -- how do we thank thee for your oh-so-thorough feedback! You covered every single reason and way to keep cool (except for some ankle coolers... you never know!), and we love hearing how our customers are implementing their Oro cooling gear. Thanks for the handbook!