the best water proof arborist jacket to date

[timbernut]

Have arbortec one, it’s been good a stayed waterproof after wash and treating except for the underarm bits which leak a bit in heavy rain (I’ve never opened breathers)and now all the zips are knackered which means constant snagging on front pocket

[hesslemount]

Seems there’s no one size fits all which is obvious. IF I opt for waterproof’s it’s nearly always to stay warmer and wet rather than cold and wet. I’m a warm person. The wind proof properties offer me warmth when wet. Dry clothes for driving home in. If you’re stood about it’s a totally different kettle of fish. However rain and heavy work always equals wet inside so I wear shell waterproofs to keep me warm. My Stein raincoat has been brilliant but I am keen on the Arbortec Smock but as I say I don’t expect anything to keep me dry. I’m looking for comfort, movability and wind proof with obviously some degree of breathability so I don’t cook!