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If you cant spend a bunch of cash I recommend the Frog Togs. When we had that all day rain event on the Sat. opener onthe Miss. I wore mine for the first time and was dry and the best thing is I didnt get sweaty inside. It only weighs 14oz total for jacket and bib pants. It cost me 70 bucks at Bass Pro. I can see it being easy to tear if you snagg it on something but alot of thigings would so for the cost they are great.
Helly Hanson,bar none,I worked offshore for many years,arctic and tropical climates,oil drilling,and I owned a fish charter boat in florida,they are everyone's choice for offshore,and standard military and commercial issue,of course they work well on inland lakes.I think I've had 3 sets in 25 years. the set I have now is my good set for fishing,as in not working,and it is 10 years old and excellent. they are pretty much tear proof,and they have survived a few hurricanes. I've seen cheaper sets,more for the avg. weather around here at Marks work warehouse,and they are still good quality. they come in heavy material(which get stiff in cold weather) or softer, easier to fold and store.
Which you ever buy, after you get home put on your new rain suit, and get in the shower, if you get wet take it back.
You can also practice tying a few knots while in there, it keep's the family amused.
Gore-Tex guarantees to keep you dry!
i'd stear clear of the Frogg Toggs.. for a smaller guy, they'd be great.. for a big guy, not so much.. they fit smaller.. first time wearing mine last year, i split the crotch the second i sat down.. replaced it with the suit you're looking at from Marks, and have been happy..
not takin a dump on frogg toggs, just sayin for the bigger guy they dont leave a lot of extra room...
SO I think Frogg Toggs is off the list. Thanks a lot guys for all the info. I really appreciate it. Now my quest for the right size will start at Mark's work. I can't afford to buy online after all the input from you guys about size issues, especially for a tall guy like me.
And actually I like the under-shower testing idea Hmm maybe I will give it a try!
If your budget will allow, try Arcteryk - UNBELIEVABLE !!!! I have the Alpha model wth pants and bar none, nothing touches it for breathability, toughness, and fashion. Paired with a liner jacket, you can be insulated in a variety of conditions with the comfort of being warm and dry. Check out their line up - http://www.arcteryx.ca/Product.aspx?Men ... -SL-Jacket
I have to admit the gortex is unbeatable. I picked up the pants and jacket at Bass Pro and am thoroughly impressed. The rain beads off them and they breath great as well, one shake when your done and their dry! Sould be able to get both under $300.00 (well worth the price)
Just got the Fathers day Bass Pro flyer and they have the HPR Goretex rain parka $129.94, pants $99.94, or bibs $119.94 on sale. All prices in canadian dollars. You are able to order these through the store in Vaughn.
Hmm maybe I will give it a try!
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