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Rain jackets
Well with fall coming up, and these tropical storms and hurricanes, I'm looking into a rain jacket that can be a fishing rain jacket. I found 2 that I can readily get. And being a college student, this is my price range.:rolleyes:
This one cause its on sale and has pockets I can stick my boxes in
http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/st...T&cmid=PP_P1_2
And this because its still in my range, and the reviews say its good
http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/st...T&cmid=PP_P0_1
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If it does not breath, and have neophrene cuffs , DON'T BUY IT!!
You are better off saving up a little longer to buy quality.
Went fishing with a buddy today in ther pouring rain, he was soaked to the elbows, while I was bone dry; it is even a bigger differnce when fishing in colder weather.
Lets break it down simply; it is the difference betwen a good fishing trip, and not!
Good shopping,
chris
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Pan, keep your eyes open and look in places like Cabela's Bargain Bin, and Sierra Trading Post.
I always wanted a good fishing jacket, but balked at the $150 minimum for a gore-tex wading jacket. I used an old Remington gore-tex coat, then my uniform rain jacket, and finally last fall, on the way to the Idaho fish-in, I discovered a rack of Browning waterproof breathable 4-in-1 duck hunting coats on sale for $60. I grabbed one, and should have grabbed a couple, because I will never see another price like that.
Now if just wasn't parka length and trails in the water when I wade deep... On the other hand, it's camouflage, and I can use it hunting as well.
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The first one looks like a rebranded Columbia Frazier. I have one of those. Had it about 7 years actually. Hardly used the last 5-6 years as it's just too hot for most of my fishing. But it is a good raincoat.
Like the guys said; save up the bucks and keep your eye on the sales. I had a Cabela's $149 jacket that I had to return. Two trips in heavy rain and soaked to the skin. I got an Orvis on sale and so far it has kept me dry! And comfortable. Plus they have a great warranty.
Good luck w/your decision.
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I have a 6+ year old Gander Mountain Guide Series Gore-Tex in which I was out yesterday in a rain storm for a half hour walk...dry as the proverbial bone. Superb. I have worn it every winter for the last five years..my everyday jacket..I love to layer in the winter...hate to be too warm...has not been babied in other words...still works. I wish I had bought two of them. Been back to Gander and could not find it recently (2 months ago or so)...don't need it yet but no harm in planning, eh?
Buy good-feel good-stay dry-good luckon your search.
mcsteff
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"[quote=chris from canada;249400]If it does not breath, and have neophrene cuffs , DON'T BUY IT!!
Do I ever agree with that!
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Couldn't agree more with the breathability. Also, not all breathables breath the same amount. Gortex is still the standard but there are others that perform well.
Someone let me know why the neoprene cuffs. Is it to keep rain from running down your arm while casting?
Panfisha - I have Gortex, dry plus, hyvent and others but my Frog Toggs are just as waterproof and a lot cheaper. I use the original Frog Toggs. They aren't very visually appealing, it's a baggy fit and they don't have all those nice little pockets for all your gizmos. However, they're only about $40 for the jacket and pants, they breath exceptionally well and are very packable. They do feel flismy (like paper) to the touch but they've proven to be as tough as my other lightweight jackets. I use them for fishing, hunting & cycling. The pricier jackets have a lot of nice features but you can't spend all your beer (or should I say book) money on gear.
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The neoprene cuffs are a plus!
They keep your arms dry when both casting, and when tailing or relasing fish.
There is an enormous difference in the two type of cuffs.
It was a learning experience for me shopping for a fishing rain jacket; first I went the non breathable and, non neoprene cuffs route, I bought a very nice jacket, but it did not do very well in fishing conditions.
So I found out the hard way ( waisting money for nothing ), that it is worth it to shop arround and buy a good jacket designed for fishing.
After you school partys, you can always cash in the bottles, and cans , think of it as a fishing slush fund!
Heck, I started picking up all the cans and bottles left by other people, and cashed them in for almost 26 bucks!
Take care,
chris
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Breathables are the only way to go. Spend the money and you won't regret it. Use the product "Revivex" to renew the "breathability" to get some additional wear after you've had the jacket for a number of years
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http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/st...008000_175-8-3
I have this one and absolutely love it. Looked at both the ones you listed in the store and the above was what I came home with. In fact it works so well, my wife has swiped it a few times.