Wet Weather Jackets and Pants/Bibs

I've started looking around to see what's available and thought the forum would be a good place to ask. I've worn out a couple of sets of Frogg Toggs and I see they have something called Toad Skinz, but not sure what the difference is...better or worse. I know there are suits out there that cost several hundred dollars, and honestly I probably would never buy something like that without a great reason. But what else is out there that some of you have tried and like/dislike? I guess they would have to be something breathable....the old days of vinyl rain suits are long gone(thankfully).

Cabelas goretex stuff is on sale for up to 50% off...I have a cabelas goretex camo jacket that I wear fishing in the rain - works great but not as free flowing as frog togs

I have a pair of the Toad Skins bibs. They are made of tuffer material than the original. Jacket on my list.

I've sold a lot of Frogg Toggs called "Firebelly Toadz" You can get Jacket and Pants or Bibs for about $110. They're a 2 layer system with frog toggs on the inside and a breathable outer shell. I bought a set for myself but sold it before I got a chance to wear it.
I got a BPS 100mph suit best money i've ever spent, but its a little hot for summer pop up showers.

I have had Toggs for a few years now with no problems.

Academy H2O Express Bibs and jacket. They are warm and keep you dry! Much less than Arctic Armor.
If you go with a rainsuit, make sure it is tough enough to last a long time. It seems to me the Frogg Toggs are kinda flimsy when it comes to staying dry over a few seasons.

I would suggest waiting until you can catch some top notch all weather gear on sale. I would also consider buying either the jacket or the bibs and then buy the other piece when you find another sale. Cabelas bargain bin and ebay often have some good prices. I have the uninsulated Cabelas Guide Wear bibs and the Bass Pro, Pro Qualifier jacket and bought both of them on sale one at a time. Both items can be layered up for winter use and used by themselves for summer use. Very versatile and dry.

All good ideas and info.....thanks!

I've also been researching wet weather gear. I've talked to several people about the BP 100 mph suit and they said it leaked as well as the Cabelas gor- tex. Before I spend that kind of money on rain gear. I would check out a company called Gill. They make rain suits for sailboat racers and fisherman. You can do a Google search of the comparisons between Gill and the BP 100mph suit. And also check out Simms. I'm getting ready to buy some and I've really done some research on the subject. I bought a set of Coleman. It was 90$ for the set. It works in light rain. But here recently I was fishing a tournament. It almost rained everyday. And a couple of times there were torrential downpour's. And needless to say my 90$ rain suit will eventually be replaced here real soon.

I bought the BP pro qualifier parka and bibs 2-3 yrs ago. Very warm in early spring but cool in the summer, I ve tried every brand of the less expensive brands they never seem to last. That might be due to rough use abuse ? These are holding up well. I got them on sale and used BP points or bucks. Pricey but worth it. I ve had no leaking issues as of yet. No matter the brand get the best you can or you'll be like me and waste a lot more money on sub par equipment then buy quality

my BP 100mph suit is the best I've ever had , cost a lot but mine don't leak a drop, I sat in the rain last Friday and Saturday, we had over 3.5 inches of rain and I stayed dry as a bone

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my BP 100mph suit is the best I've ever had , cost a lot but mine don't leak a drop, I sat in the rain last Friday and Saturday, we had over 3.5 inches of rain and I stayed dry as a bone

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How old is your BPS 100mph suit?

I agree with the ones that has the 100 mph suit from BP. I also have the inner jacket with mind,for warmth on the cold days. Best investment I've make on buying rain & warmth protection.
LittleJohn

You're luckier than me, I guess. I've had a suit of Frogg Togs for a couple years now. They're easier to wear than vinyl, but the seams still leak in a steady rain. Fortunately, where I do the majority of my fishing, in a public pond, from the bank, the Frogg Togs will keep me dry long enough to make it to shelter where I can wait out the rain.

Brian this is my third year with the BP 100MPH suit

I will second the Gill suits. I have the OS2 series and cant complain a bit. It is pricy but you get what you pay for. Much better than being soaking wet. Last year we got caught in a freak storm event that set my auto bilge pump off several times. The suit kept me dry that day. I could not ask for a better suit.

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I will second the Gill suits. I have the OS2 series and cant complain a bit. It is pricy but you get what you pay for. Much better than being soaking wet. Last year we got caught in a freak storm event that set my auto bilge pump off several times. The suit kept me dry that day. I could not ask for a better suit.

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That's the one I want is the OS 2. How heavy is the suit? Could it be worn in summer?

The bibs could be used in summer if you go light under them. The coat is probably too much. I tuck mine away after spring. I am looking into a inshore and/or coastal jacket to use during the warmer months; however, I usually dont fish in the rain so it has not been a priority. I purchased my suit to combat the cold weather.

Huk has a new set out. Called and talked to them about it. Sounds like a good set. Somebody needs to buy a set and test it out.

I have several "rain suits". Conditions dictate what I use.
In the winter/freezing snow/sleet/ice I wear Carhartt Duck bibs and jacket, both artic lined.
Spring and fall depends on temps- milder temps I wear layers (synthetics) with Frogg Toggs.
Summer- Poncho, shorts, and sandals.

Spring, fall and summer I always wear a wide brimmed hat, not a ball cap. I want the brim to go all the way around, keeps the rain from running down my back.
Winter I wear a ski mask, generally the uglier the better. I camp year round, regardless of weather conditions. Yes, I have camped in tornado's and Gail force winds, torrential downpours, sleet/ice storms, hail, and snow storms. In fact last Illinois Crappie.com camp we got the torrential rain and hail. I was told the group congregated under my dinning fly, wouldn't know I was in my dingy on the lake fishing. :biggrin

I've owned the best in the past and now I use a $49 set of camo Frogg Toggs. Was in a six inch rain two weeks ago at Rayburn and they kept me dry as the expensive stuff ever did. What I liked most is that they breath as well as Gore, and may actually breathe better as they do not have to have an outer layer of protective material as the expensive stuff does...which absolutely does not breathe as well as the poly-spun material that the Frogg Toggs are made of. I wear a Seattle Sombrero (it is Gore equipped) over the Frogg Togg hood. That hat is made specifically for heavy rain, and keeps the drips out of the hood. I have the pants. (If you get the pants I recommend buying a set of suspenders to keep them up.) Only complaint is that when you bend over the back of the jacket rises above the pants and drips in the back of your shirt. If I had to do it again I'd buy the Frogg Toggs bibs. Matter of fact, I'll do that right now. I'm outa' here.

P.S. Frogg Togg seam leaks can be easily fixed by using the seam sealer that is available to seal the seams of tents. Apply inside and out for a few inches both sides of the leak. Probably works on the other rainsuit leaks too.

I was able to pick up a set of Frog Togs (jacket and pants) for $39 at my local Dick's Sporting Goods. At that kind of price, I don't need to get too many seasons from them, especially when compared to some of the pricier alternatives.