Anybody use Artic Armor gear?

When I quit snow goose guiding, I realized most of my all-weather gear was in terrible shape. There have been some replies on a thread on the KY Forum about how much they like the Artic Armor gear. Anybody use it? How do you like it? How do the sizes run?

I've seen a couple of posts on other forums that the sizing actually runs large. In my experience not many outdoor gear items run larger than advertised.

Hopefully Santa leaves some $$ so I can buy some insulated gear that isn't snow camo and worn out.

Yea baby. Three years now. Fits much better than my bps 100 suit. The layout is un real for as pockets and storage. If you don't have it yet you are behind the game.

I have some thanks to Lee and I love it

Comparable to “Thinsulate” Thermal Insulator CS-100.

.	Insultex	Thinsulate
Thickness:	0.5 mm	7.0 mm
Weight:	0.42 oz/sq. yard	3.1 oz/sq. yard
Warmth:	One layer = -13 degrees F (2.0 CLO value)	Unavailable (1.3 CLO value)
Moisture Vapor Permeability:	Waterproof	Moisture Resistant
Permeability:	Impermeable	Permeable
Body Reaction:	Hypo-Allergenic	Hypo-Allergenic
Flammability:	Passed Class 1 16 CFR part 161/0 Federal Flammable Fabric Act	Passed Class 1 16 CFR part 161/0 Federal Flammable Fabric Act
Handling:	Easy to work with and sew	OK
Lamination:	Easily Laminated to any fabric	Requires special procedure due to chemical properties
Buoyancy Factor:	YES – “One of a kind”	No

I bought a set five years ago and I was quite disappointed in the cold weather performance. If you look at the chart above it looks like a miracle product.
I found out the hard way: If it is to good to be true it is too good to be true!!
Twice while sitting on a deer stand with temps in the teens I felt cold around my shoulders and had to change to my thinsulate coat. When blowing snow the inside of the coat was wet and not passing moisture. The material is supposed to float you but is not considered a PFD by the coast guard.
The suit does a good job as rain gear and sheds water well.
If you need gear to handle temps above the teens the suit may work well for you. If you are looking for cold weather gear I suggest some other choices.

I got a set of the Ice Armour before the Artic Armour was availabe and have liked them. Some of my friends later purchased some Artic Armour and are satisfied with them. The material on the Ice Armour is much more durable than the Artic Armour. The Ice Armour is very heavy and I would sink like a rock if I fell in. My thoughts on falling into 35 deg water is that my heart would stop beating whether I'm floating or sinking. :yikes :biggrin

Now if I had to get another set I'm not sure which one I would get.:dono

They have sizes up to 5 x I was looking at them online at dicks sporting. I ended up with cabelas guidewear and love it. It's very warm but a little heavy. And you will sink like a rock if you fall in trust me I know my son was trying it out and fell in. If it wasn't for his friend it would have been a lot worse but god was watching over him. It's a great suit but very expensive. On sale they run around $550.00

If u are talking about artic shield I deer hunted in canada using it at 9 degrees below zero and stayed warm but don't know if it is the same as artic armor

I do Doug 3x bibs and jacket with free gloves. I haven't been cold yet. Was out last Saturday at 19 degrees going down the lake at 35 mph with a save face mask and my Arctic armor.
When I bought mine I called them to get the right size. No complaints. Look like Santa.

Don

I know you asked about Arctic Armor but check out Striker Ice. It is top notch gear....bibs run large....parka is true to size....cheaper than Arctic Armor....or was when I bought last year. The Hard Water line up will keep you warm no matter what....maybe too warm.


Regards

Bought black bibs and jacket, size XL. I'm 6'0" / 215. Great fit, they have adjustable cords in several places. The xl allows me room for a coat underneath if needed. My AA suit is very warm, lotst of pockets and the design seems to be well thought out.

That's some pricey gear. I've never been cold in my Carhart.

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True but when it's tax deductible it doesn't hurt nearly as bad.

Ice Armour Extreme is what we use up here in Michigan. Padded knees, padded seat area, waterproof, wind proof, floats.

You may also want to look into the Frabil suits as well. With the Ice Armour Extreme, sizes run as normal. IE, if you are a Large, order a Large.

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Ice Armour Extreme is what we use up here in Michigan. Padded knees, padded seat area, waterproof, wind proof, floats.

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I sure wished the floats was true but I don't see any mention of these Ice Armours floating. ICEARMOR Ice Fishing Clothing & Apparel

Read the reviews at Dicks Sporting Goods.

I have 2 sets of it. Bought a XL set 5 or so years ago. Picked up a set for my wife a few weeks ago. It was her Christmas Gift. Its been used 3 trips so far.:cheers2 Not going to say its better than the others. But know of a few people that used other brands. But after trying out Artic-Armor they swapped to AA. My XL set weights in less then most jackets do. The Large set I got my wife ( I can fit into them if need be:biggrin) weights in at 7 lbs with the box. So to start out there lite weight. Will float you and still handle 2 guys to keep all three of you safe. Its warm and does the job. Last week highs were 30 degrees. 10 to 12 MPH winds and drizzling rain. I had on bluejeans, Lone sleeve Carheart Tee Shirt. Lite weight jacket and the Artic-Armor. And had the jacket unzipped most of the day. Let a guy wear my set the next trip. I sneaked my wife's set out and used them. When we were loading the boat up. This guy told me it was unreal. First time ever fishing in cold temps. That he could move easy, did not have on way to much. But also had to unzip the jacket some.
Again there may be better. But see if will keep you Dry, Warm and Also float you.
Pete

This is what I have. I love it. Never been cold.

https://www.idigear.com/idi-photos-video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bfANTqDDQlc

I have the artic armor special edition blue suit.I dont think it is a magic bullet.The ability to stop the wind is excellent.60 mph in 30+ degrees is amazing.Have never tested the ability to float.The waterproofness is imho lacking.Some adds say water repellant,some say waterproof.I have not found this suit to be waterproof.A friend has the same suit and takes blood thinners and to him it is not warmer than other clothes he has tried .For me it keeps me warm and I like it.Mine is 4 or 5 years old.Fished 4 hours saturday @ 23 degrees no problems.

My Artic Armor is the camo version....and it is warm....wind proof....and water proof. Best gear I ever had.

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[QUOTE=Alphahawk;3326963]I know you asked about Arctic Armor but check out Striker Ice. It is top notch gear....bibs run large....parka is true to size....cheaper than Arctic Armor....or was when I bought last year. The Hard Water line up will keep you warm no matter what....maybe too warm.

Any downside you see with your Stiker, I'm looking to get some kind of suit and everything I've read about striker was good? Thanks.
Regard

I have the Stryker Ice Duck Blind suit and pleased with them.They are supposed to keep you afloat for 30 minutes. They have so many pockets I loose track of where I put things LOL.

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I know you asked about Arctic Armor but check out Striker Ice. It is top notch gear....bibs run large....parka is true to size....cheaper than Arctic Armor....or was when I bought last year. The Hard Water line up will keep you warm no matter what....maybe too warm.

Any downside you see with your Stiker, I'm looking to get some kind of suit and everything I've read about striker was good? Thanks.
Regard

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Originally Posted by Alphahawk

I know you asked about Arctic Armor but check out Striker Ice. It is top notch gear....bibs run large....parka is true to size....cheaper than Arctic Armor....or was when I bought last year. The Hard Water line up will keep you warm no matter what....maybe too warm.

Any downside you see with your Stiker, I'm looking to get some kind of suit and everything I've read about striker was good? Thanks.
Regard

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It is quality gear. I don't know about it floating but keeps you warm and dry. My son is using for his annual winter camping trip.


Regards

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It is quality gear. I don't know about it floating but keeps you warm and dry. My son is using for his annual winter camping trip.


Regards

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Do you recall off hand which style you have, Gaurdian, Predator, Hardwater, Climate, etc. I'm just curious about warmth. There are no dealers in my area to compare. Thanks.

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Do you recall off hand which style you have, Gaurdian, Predator, Hardwater, Climate, etc. I'm just curious about warmth. There are no dealers in my area to compare. Thanks.

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The Predator.....I don't think you will get cold in it...LOL. Really it is very warm. I can't imagine anyone getting cold in it even in extreme cold.


Regards

I just purchased the striker ice set based on what I read on ice fishing websites. Bought mine from gander mountian with 15% off and free shipping. Ran 340.00 for predator bibs and coat. I'm 6ft 180 lbs. I bought large bibs and ex large coat. Fit is perfect and length of bibs can be adjusted. Haven't been out in them but with -11 last night and high 3 today I think I will be on the ice this week and will give a review.

I also just purchased Striker ice climate suit, parka and bibs. I fish all winter and like the idea of taking out the inner layer for not so cold fishing.

I got my set over 6 years ago. Keeps me plenty warm. Ice fished sunrise to sunset with no shelter and was plenty warm. 14 degrees, 30mph winds with blowing snow and sleet. I even took a nap laying in my sled. The only problem I had was taking it off since my zippers were frozen.

Good information. Thanks!

Ordered the Artic Armour Pro suit today, from Pro Fishing Supply. Look forward to trying it out the next couple of months👍

Fished in my new artic armor in rain for first time today. Coat did very well.bibs not so good.not a pouring domn rain just a steady rain 4 hours soaking wet from crotch to knee. Needless to say artic armor will get an ear full monday. Not happy with this product to say the least.:banghead

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Fished in my new artic armor in rain for first time today. Coat did very well.bibs not so good.not a pouring domn rain just a steady rain 4 hours soaking wet from crotch to knee. Needless to say artic armor will get an ear full monday. Not happy with this product to say the least.:banghead

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Sorry to hear that.....got to be frustrating.

Regards


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Got email back on rain suit. They said I probably had on to many clothes suit could not wick properly.I guess that is a cheap way to say sorry. There will be no more artic armor for me.I guess they think I have never fished before.:banghead

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I've had a Columbia quad parka and Omni bibs for over 30 years.
Replaced the parka once ( leak) bibs are on their way back for the 3rd time, zipper problem
No hassle replacement

I have 2 Artic Armour suits, both work very well for me. I actually put them to float test. It was summer & I stayed in water 30 + minutes. I'm 250 and had no problem staying afloat. I also have the Striker Hardwater suit. It will also float you, actually prefer it over AA. Has more pockets, liner can be removed for different seasons.