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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 ;)

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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.

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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.

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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 :thumbsup_anim: 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

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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...

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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)

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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.

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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.:o

 

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.

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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?

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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 :thumbsup_anim: 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!

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me :thumbsup_anim: 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...

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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..

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