Man I hate to think about it, but looks like this spring may be a wet one.
So, what are your recomendations for quality, quiet, camo rain gear. I would prefer bibs for the bottoms vs pants.
Thanks!!
How much you wanting to spend and how light you want it? I have the space rain wear from cabelas. It's super thin, packs up light a baseball, and hasn't leaked even in my 30 minute shower test :toothy12: . With that said, it probably isn't the most durable cause its so thin but so far I've had no problems.
My buddy has the mt050. It's more $$, better built, still packs up small, a little heavier but not bad at all. He hasn't tested it yet but I believe its going to be good stuff. It's also quieter than mine tho once mine gets wet its not bad at all.
I've had frog togs. Junk. Loud, leaked, and ripped easy
This is going to sound goofy but I'm a big duck hunter and I figured out that "breathable" waders are some of the best ways to go when it's going to be a wet day in the turkey woods. They are built for warmer weather and are more comfortable than a lot of the rain gear available.
The shirts and jackets that are cool but water tight are a little harder to find.
I agree about frogg togs ......
Good ideal about the waders.
I hate to spend $200+ on good rain wear , but looks like thats what it takes for dry and durable.
I've got cabelas MT050.
It does what it's supposed to do and is extremely durable.
Quote from: VaTuRkStOmPeR on March 02, 2012, 11:50:17 PM
I've got cabelas MT050.
It does what it's supposed to do and is extremely durable.
Best rain gear made IMO.
I have used Cabelas revolution with dry plus for two seasons out here in webfoot land and no issues or leaks.
I bought a set from Cabelas 15 years ago they pack up nicely and fit in the back of my vest
Never had a problem with them yet
New MT050 is very GTG....
I like using those cheap $5 camo raingear sets from wallyworld. I only get one or two uses out of them because they tend to tear, but their cheap enough that its no big deal to replace them. Since I probably only use a raincoat two or three times a year over time it costs me less than to buy a $200 dollar rain suit.
Quote from: YoungJake on March 03, 2012, 02:30:45 PM
I like using those cheap $5 camo raingear sets from wallyworld. I only get one or two uses out of them because they tend to tear, but their cheap enough that its no big deal to replace them. Since I probably only use a raincoat two or three times a year over time it costs me less than to buy a $200 dollar rain suit.
OK..I hear ya..the problem is that the cheap stuff invariably fails we ya need it the most
I've got a set of Squall Tex by Red Head I believe and it's over 7 yrs old and still watertight.
Nothing beats a good Goretex set. I have a set for about 13yrs and not 1 drop gets through.
Now they even make better and more important quieter stuff thats my only complaint with mine is I wish it was quieter. Spend the money worth every dime.
I've used cabelas hunting for years with great success. I would recommend getting it in gore tex..
Thanks for all the replies!!
sorry to hj your thread but has any one tried the cabela's ago suit?
Quote from: Gamblinman on March 03, 2012, 02:58:55 PM
Quote from: YoungJake on March 03, 2012, 02:30:45 PM
I like using those cheap $5 camo raingear sets from wallyworld. I only get one or two uses out of them because they tend to tear, but their cheap enough that its no big deal to replace them. Since I probably only use a raincoat two or three times a year over time it costs me less than to buy a $200 dollar rain suit.
OK..I hear ya..the problem is that the cheap stuff invariably fails we ya need it the most
This gentleman knows what he's talking about.
Personally, my best rain gear is a heavy foliaged tree, or a ground blind. :anim_25:
I've got a set of Cabela's MT050 Gore-Tex. Both the jacket and pants roll up and store in themselves. If it's raining in the morning, I empty out some of the non-essentials out of my vest (and non-waterproof) to lighten the load and the jacket fits over top. I opted for the pants (versus the bibs) so that I can put them on with my boots (the legs unzip high) without having to strip down from the waist up.
If there's a chance of rain in the forecast, then they get stored in the game pouch of my vest and I have a little extra cushion for my back.
I've never had even the slightest damp feeling get through, even in a downpour. The reason that I opted for the MT050 line was that they are offered in tall sizes. Nothing worse then wearing a jacket or pants that are an inch too short when there's water running down you!
While it's not the lightest, I use a military surplus poncho. It covers me and my vest and keeps me drier that raingear that will make you sweat a lot. Set up, I can even get my red dot under it to keep it out of the elements.
It carries well in the game bag of my vest.
Quote from: Tail Feathers on March 10, 2012, 10:09:21 AM
While it's not the lightest, I use a military surplus poncho. It covers me and my vest and keeps me drier that raingear that will make you sweat a lot. Set up, I can even get my red dot under it to keep it out of the elements.
It carries well in the game bag of my vest.
X2 and don't overlook the Walmart camo poncho when you can find em. It's light,quite and packs up good enough. Just the ticket to throw on during spring showers and to take right back off when the showers stop. :icon_thumright: