What brand of rain gear

[Jimmy24]

....do you have? I started this thread as I didn't want to take away from ElevenBravos Frog Togg thread....

My gear is pretty dated and yellow too boot. Now I actually have some "late model" stuff. It is the bright green DOT approved stuff. I do keep it for roadside problems to stay visible.

I think the Frog Toggs are probably pretty good, but here in the deep south, I'm thinking they will be too hot for summer time use. Sooooooo.....

I'm thinking a nice set of Gore Tex duds....

What ya'll got....?

Jimmy

[Taz Baby]

Just plain ole waders and jacket, the ones that the boots are built in. Cant remember where we got them from but they are green rubberized.

[bacpacker]

My most recent gore tex came from cabelas. Gander mtn dicks and bass pro carry them as do most all backpacking stores

[ElevenBravo]

I think GT is probably the measuring stick that anything would be... er, measured. Short of that, I have a set of Red Ledge that I love. It does breath pretty well, and deff. keeps me DRY IN A DOUNPOUR!


This is the jacket I got, they dont show it but the store has the pants too, I got the set. IMHO its foolish to only get a jacket, a full set offers premium protection.

http://www.sportsmanswarehouse.com/sportsmans/Red-Ledge-Camouflage-Thunderlight-Jacket/productDetail/Mens-Camo-Rain-Jackets/prod9999002291/cat110403#reviews


HTH,
EB

[Evolver]

I just bought a set of ACU US Military Issue Gortex Jacket and Pants and like them alot!!!

Thanks again Izzy.

[LUNCHBOX]

Evolver, I don't think we are allowed to say ACU here....LOL I have a pair of the Frog Toggs, Gor Tex and a Columbia jacket.

[Jimmy24]

I just bought a set of ACU US Military Issue Gortex Jacket and Pants and like them alot!!!

Thanks again Izzy.

Where at?

Jimmy

[realist]

Military issue Goretex you cant go wrong. I also have a couple of other sets from work 5.11 Tactical. When it is raining it is what I live in.

[Evolver]

Where at?

Jimmy

I bought them from Izzy. I think he still has a nice set of rain gear (non Gore-Tex) that he's selling though.

[Evolver]

Here is a set selling for 169.00.

http://store.glennsarmysurplus.com/acu-gen-ii-gore-tex-parka--trouser-gen--usgi-new-p229.aspx

[ElevenBravo]

ACU
Yuch Yuch Yuch! Worst woods cammo ever, as... it was never meant to be used in the woods, only in the rubble of Afaganastan.

EB

[Evolver]

ACU IMO is more diverse than any other pattern and I'm not plaining on buying three or four sets different patterns just to blend into the surroundings that I might be in at any one given time to stay dry.


Lunchbox... Evolver, I don't think we are allowed to say ACU here....LOL

Ooooops... your correct Lunchbox.:)

[Jimmy24]

Here is a set selling for 169.00.

http://store.glennsarmysurplus.com/acu-gen-ii-gore-tex-parka--trouser-gen--usgi-new-p229.aspx

Thanks, I'll take a look.

Not to cut my current stuff short, cuz I lived in it pretty much for 30 years at my job...but that color is gonna not hide well...:p

I'd like to find some with the long coat, instead of just a jacket. Only time I ever used just my jacket and pants was climbing. Used pants (actually they were bib overalls) and the long coat 75% of the time. You will stay dry, even in a hurricane....trust me, been there done it..:p The long coat does have some added "Tailage", but worth it to me.

Thanks so much for all the replies. Backpacker, looking in Gandermtn next time I'm in there...

Jimmy

[bacpacker]

I always get a Parka style instead of a jacket. I'm long waisted and a jacket style just don't give me good coverage. I also get a Tall model, otherwise the sleeves are too short as well.

I've never purchased a coat from Gander before, just saw some on site. My latest purchase was from Cabelas and I have been well pleased.

[David Armstrong]

I like the old military poncho. Simple, effective, and versatile.

[Stormfeather]

Hefty Trash Bag. . . Hole ripped out for sleeves and head.

[ElevenBravo]

Hefty Trash Bag. . . Hole ripped out for sleeves and head.

Ghetto rain gear... Ive seen it used. It dont breath, but it worked for the trooper in a pinch. Wasnt sure if I should laugh or cry, but it did work...

EB

[bacpacker]

I carry 1 contractor bag and 1 hefty bag in my GHB. It'll make a get by shelter if I need it to.

[Stormfeather]

Yup, if it stupid but works, Its not stupid.

Make the best with what you have, its the out of the box thinking that wins the day.

Remember folks. . .Conventionalism will always lose in guerilla warfare!

[rentprop1]

for you bigger guys who hate those one size fits all plastic poncho things they sell for $ 99 cents, here is the big boy alternative...Breathable, durable, 100% polypropylene
http://www.basspro.com/Bass-Pro-Shops-Rain-Ponchos-for-Men/product/10204971/?cm_ven=bazaarvoice&cm_cat=RLP&cm_pla=10204971&cm_ite=image_link

[Jimmy24]

Yup, if it stupid but works, Its not stupid.

Make the best with what you have, its the out of the box thinking that wins the day.

Remember folks. . .Conventionalism will always lose in guerilla warfare!

Heck I thought everyone knew that....I have several stuck in all my bags and vechicles....but I want a nice set for when I want to go out on a date in the rain.....I would never wear Sunday-go-to-meeting stuff to an IED party....

Jimmy

[bourneshooter]

Mixture of Sierra Designs from REI and Arc'Teryx LEAF stuff.

[izzyscout21]

As much as I like the Arc'Teryx LEAF line, there is no way on God's green earth I can justify the cost.

[bourneshooter]

It's worth the penny, if you have the hundreds of pennies to buy it.

There are 2 items in the LEAF line that are a must own:
Atom LT jacket
Kneepads

The rain jacket - Alpha LT. I don't live in Portland/Seattle, so I can't justify it.

[mitunnelrat]

Would those knee pads be the Military Knee Caps? I've been reading good things about those.

[bourneshooter]

Would those knee pads be the Military Knee Caps? I've been reading good things about those.

Yes. Absolute best Knee Pads/Caps around unless your going with the Crye Combat Pants with internal Caps.

I run the Dirty Bird caps for any time I need knee protection.

On Rain Gear topic, The Dirty Bird Sphynx is a hybrid Hard Shell/Soft Shell for wet weather protection for wear with body armor. It works very well, at a high price though.

[mitunnelrat]

I just realized I haven't said anything on topic here.

I've got an emergency poncho in a cargo pocket, a goretex jacket (still need pants, I keep forgetting about this) for winter, and just picked up a Frogg Toggs Ultralite2 suit.

[mitunnelrat]

Replied to mtr

Thanks.