Best rain suit ?

[Lunker777]

I have decided I am going to spend the money and invest in a quality suit for the future. I have been using a "make it work" suit for the last two years and its not 100% effective. I want to stay dry while fishing going forward haha

 

I'm just starting my hunt so I was just looking for some opinions on some of the suits available.

I'm looking at possibly Shimano, BPS, Cabelas, or Frabill... Gortex is a must and I want to add a liner for fall if possible.

 

Is there anything in particular I should be looking for ??

 

TIA

[fish_fishburn]

I would look at the Arcteryx line which I am using now and am very pleased with. Also Helly Hansen makes good gear, that is specifically designed for sailing and boating.

[carll2]

i really like my simms pro dry gore tex

[mbac31]

Simms, Frabill and Gill. Gill being the best out there so far now hands down.

[whiskywizard]

Mountain Equipment Coop (MEC) is another place to look, if you want really high-performance stuff, much like the Arc'teryx gear mentioned previously. But like Arc'teryx, MEC gear is pricey. You can easily be >$500 for jacket and pant.

 

I think one of the best bang-for-your-buck suits is the Bass Pro Shops Pro Qualifier suit. And it's on sale right now.

[moose]

Mountain Equipment Coop (MEC) is another place to look, The best if you want really high-performance stuff, much like the Arc'teryx gear mentioned previously. But like Arc'teryx, MEC gear is pricey. You can easily be >$500 for jacket and pant.

 

 

 

The best that I have worn is the bps qualifier 100mph with goretex

Great in all weather and will keep you warm

 

I think one of the best bang-for-your-buck suits is the Bass Pro Shops Pro Qualifier suit. And it's on sale right now.

[hirk]

Pro quaifier has a zip in liner for cold weather too as a add on

[4x4bassin]

With out a doubt spend the money and get a good goretex suit , you won't regret it ! I was able to get in on the great cabela's guidewear deal

from last fall thanks to a few guys on this board and I used it once with no problems.I didn't get the liner for it instead opting for a bigger size and wearing a light/heavy fleece under it to match conditions !

For a good suit you will probably be looking at minimum $450-$500 bucks but keep your eyes open for some deals , they do come around once and awhile !

Good luck

[tonyb]

I love my Cabelas Goretex Guidewear suit, and it appears they've redesigned them recently after listening to input from anglers.

 

http://www.cabelas.com/product/Clothing/Mens-Casual-Clothing/Mens-Fishing-Clothing/Mens-Fishing-Clothing-Outerwear%7C/pc/104797080/c/104746680/sc/104329080/i/104170680/Cabelas-GORE-TEX-Guidewear-Parka-150-Regular/1316554.uts?destination=%2Fcatalog%2Fbrowse%2Fclothing-mens-casual-clothing-mens-fishing-clothing-mens-fishing-clothing-outerwear%2F_%2FN-1102594%2FNs-CATEGORY_SEQ_104170680%3FWTz_l%3DSBC%253BMMcat104793480%253Bcat104329080&WTz_l=SBC%3BMMcat104793480%3Bcat104329080%3Bcat104170680

[mike rousseau]

I love my cabelas guidewear....

I've been out In some of the nastiest weather fishable and was bone dry(except my face...the only exposed skin...)

 

I does not have a "removable" liner option.... But I layer up underneath the the suit and do just fine...

 

I have non insulated and wore it most of the winter ice fishing....as well as some winter days in the boat...you just need good layers underneath...

[NANUK]

Another vote for Cabela's Guidewear gore tex rain suite.

[troutologist]

The Simms Pro Dry is an amazing suit.

 

I have the old Cabelas Guidewear and the only complaint is the leak at the bottom of the zipper when sitting.

 

Arc'teryx and MEC both have some really nice stuff that I wear for work. But I like the increased pockets/storage of the fishing dedicated suits.

 

 

Don't worry about a zip in liner or insulation. Get a bigger shell and pick up good layers (MEC)

[Tybo]

Carhartt pvc .50mm C64 coat and R39 bibs.Been uses them at work.Best suit out there.

diesel,hydraulic,tranny and engine oil.It`s been covered in them all and keeps going.

[adempsey]

Salus Marine is another company you can check out.

 

I also purchased the Cabelas Guidewear last winter since it was such a great price, but haven't used it yet so cannot comment - you'll will find a ton of great reviews though. I think any of the aforementioned brands make good rain gear and wouldn't hesitate to buy any of them. If it were me, the main factors would be price and warranty - not the specific brand. For example, BPS typically has an excellent warranty on their products, but I couldn't find the info on the rain suit.

[Cosmos]

Another vote for Cabela's Guidewear gore tex rain suite.

 

 

Best suit I ever had.

[kickingfrog]

Carhartt pvc .50mm C64 coat and R39 bibs.Been uses them at work.Best suit out there.

diesel,hydraulic,tranny and engine oil.It`s been covered in them all and keeps going.

Note to self: don't lend tybo my rain suit.

 

I really like the cabelas guide suit. They were on sale last fall. Quite a few of us here took advantage. I think I saved about $150, got a free tackle bag $60 value, and then when the price dropped and I asked, they sent me a $50 (maybe $75) credit.

[Guest ThisPlaceSucks]

i like anything made from goretex and prefer cabelas price over the ridiculous money charged by companies like simms... i mean, who needs a 600 dollar rain coat?

[carll2]

i like anything made from goretex and prefer cabelas price over the ridiculous money charged by companies like simms... i mean, who needs a 600 dollar rain coat?

 

 

me when you can pick up bibs/jacket for half price its well worth it.. this year i am trying cabelas as my back up suit, cant wait to see if this sitting zipper leaking issue has been solved?? i spend 70% of my day sitting trolling on ol bear!

[mike rousseau]

me when you can pick up bibs/jacket for half price its well worth it.. this year i am trying cabelas as my back up suit, cant wait to see if this sitting zipper leaking issue has been solved?? i spend 70% of my day sitting trolling on ol bear!

 

 

Where is your zipper leaking?

 

I'm a sit down troller and haven't had this problem with my cabelas guidewear I bought last year...

[troutologist]

Where is your zipper leaking?

 

I'm a sit down troller and haven't had this problem with my cabelas guidewear I bought last year...

 

 

The bibs traditionally leaked at the bottom about right to make you look like you had bladder issues when back on shore.

[Harrison]

Frogg toggs. Under rated rain gear, check them out, may be pleasently suprised for the moola.

Edited April 12, 2012 by Harrison

[uglyfish]

I have the BPS pro qualifier! Best money I've ever spent. Comfortable to wear, keeps u dry. And the liner u can buy is also great for cooler or windier days.

[carll2]

Where is your zipper leaking?

 

I'm a sit down troller and haven't had this problem with my cabelas guidewear I bought last year...

 

 

its not my suit but a buddie that has his that i guide with, hes not sure where its leaking from but he would finish his rainy fishing days with his crotch all wet..

[kickingfrog]

its not my suit but a buddie that has his that i guide with, hes not sure where its leaking from but he would finish his rainy fishing days with his crotch all wet..

 

Can we get a rim shot?

[carll2]

Can we get a rim shot?

 

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