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Does anyone on here have a gortex rain suit? My old rain suit has gotten me soaked the last 2 times I have worn it. I am headed to bass pro this weekend and was wondering if it is worth the money to get one of those gortex suits. Just wondering if anyone had one and what their thoughts are on them or had any suggestions.
I have two. A bass pro shop pro qualifier for warmer days and a cabelas extreme guide wear for cold days. I would buy both again and would recommend them.
Roland,
check your PM !!!
I also have enjoyed my Pro Qualifier from Bass Pro. Another good option, and cheaper is at West Marine. Can't think of the name right off, but the reviews are good.
I have the BPS 100 and I would buy it again.
Good rain gear is a must. Bps gear is good. I've got a pair of acadamy brand bibs which have impressed me and they are a third the cost. Not as good as. The bps. I got a huk jacket this year and I like it. My last bibs and jacket were Columbia. I got those in 2000. So a good setup should last a long time. It's worth it to spend the most you can.
My BassPro Pro Qualifier has done well for me, probably 6 years old. Normally I'm working when I wear mine so it's in and out of the truck 20-30 times a day, over the years I'm finding my knees and butt are starting to get wet.
I'm not sure if it's wear and tear or the water being pushed thru the Gortex. Bottom line is I'd get it again
One other thing to remember, especially when fishing is that your sitting down most of the time. You need to make sure your covered completely and coat isn't riding up, pants hanging low. For these reasons I reccomend bibs over pants, and parka over jacket.
FYI: If you want to save a good bit of money, and can wait until spring. Buy the rain suit during Bass Pro spring sale. They knock off 100 dollars on the pair.
West Marine done that on Cyber Monday for their rain gear, and will probably be running more sales before Christmas.
After a few years you have to retreat the water repellent, I've got the arctic Armour suite and a gortex suite, had them for 7 or 8 year now,Just retreated both of them back in the summer, just like new now. Nikwax is good stuff! I think its better than what they put on them new. You got to follow the directions right to get good results.
Cabelas normally has there gortex suits on sale in there bargin cave most of the time. Bought a new set last year and so far have not used them. The reason I haven't used them as I try my darnedest not to fish in the rain. To many good dry days to fish.
I have the H2O Express brand from Academy. I fish in some downpours and they have kept me dry everytime. Plus they was only 200 for the set instead of 5 or 6 hundred. So that's a little more to my liking. But I know a lot of people that have the gortex stuff and they love it so I would say if you have the funds go for it. I just couldn't see spending that much for a rain suit. If a little rain bothers me that bad I just need to stay at home, but I'm a striper fisherman so the worse the weather the more I like it.
frog togg sucks, stay away. I also have the BPS pro qualifier series and no problems. ran about $350. get the reward card when you buy them and you get some spending money for next time.
Thanks for the replies yall, I am gone look around some this weekend go from there, I just wanted some opinions from people that I know have used them in rough conditions.
Roland, I bought a set from Sportsman Guide last year. I really recommend the bib type pants as they protect against water getting between your jacket and pants. I bought their "Gear Guide" brand on sale and I think the whole outfit was around $200. It seems to be a good quality item. If I was going to fish tournaments regardless of weather I might could justify the BPS or Cabelas high dollar items but if it is really bad weather I am not going out. I did want a set that would allow me to be comfortable on the few times I am caught in a deluge. Mine are not insulated, but were made for ice fisherman and they have padded knees which helps keep me dry if I am kneeling on a wet boat carpet. That being said, they are way to warm for anything but winter weather.
Here is a link to a similar model that is insulated. I did not see the ones I have listed.
Guide Gear Guide Dry Men's Hunting Parka, Waterproof, Insulated, Breathable - 642677, Camo Jackets at Sportsman's Guide
take my advice:
I fish in some of the harshest conditions when all others are afraid. downpours, cold rain, offshore fishing with high seas ect ect. Hands down as many recommended here, the Bass Pro qualifier is the way to go. They keep me dry, AND warm. Ive owned a pair for 7-8 years. The bibs have wore out, and all the buttons are corroded from all the saltwater abuse. i have just ordered and waiting for my new HuK bibs to arrive. Cant form an opinion on them, but i have a bunch of friends who are commercial fisherman who have given me good reviews.
I saw Pete launching his boat during Hugo on Norman. He lost the boat but stayed dry as a chip.Quote:
Originally Posted by pete
I think pete was just a"chip" at that time.... wasn't that in 89?Quote:
Originally Posted by brettw
I have the 100 mph from BPS, would buy again Seems expensive but worth it to me.I fish mostly in winter and these do a real good job at blocking the cold wind.
I was still a chippy chap bank fishing during those days in neighborhood ponds still catching more fish then brett with a boat...Quote:
Originally Posted by Countryboy N.C.
MaybeQuote:
Originally Posted by pete
But I was on the Chesapeake and did pretty well depending on what I was trying to catch
Im with you Don. I'm a "fair-weather" fisherman myself but I have been caught out there more than a time or two also. My li9ttle $30 rainset is only a "dash-for-the-ramp" set, and yes....I get soaked before reaching the truck usually. I just cant justify buying high-priced raingear when I know its gonna rain and I wont go fishing.
Did ya need it out in Hawaii?
I didnt. About the most it rained last week on us was maybe 5 minutes at a time, and that was rare.