Waterproofs--recommendations??

[Rupe]

Its a bit like the thread about cool max t shirts. I think if you want good outdoor gear then go for a brand thats been doing it for years. I buy stihl saws but would buy a stihl clothing. Gore tex is good and ex army is cheap. I would pay for expensive goretex becasue the work we do gets it all dirty which ruins the breathability.

 

I have some North Face gear made of Hyvent material. Cheaper than gore tex but more importantly it can go in the was and be reproofed easily. Works well, and fits well too as it is designed for climbing in etc.

[treeratclimber]

i've got the stein waterproofs and there brilliant! there breathable light wait and 100% waterproof! ( seen a lad get jetwashed i them and he was dry underneath!)

all so as a bonus you can still climb in them! a good all round waterproof for on the floor or up in tree

[john@arbtech]

I know an old forester (70yrs) who still works, and rekons his theory has helped.......never work in the rain! and he started with an axe and cross cut saw!!

[Clark Forest]

+1 on the 'invest in good stuff & i'll see you right for years' opinion.

 

Cheapo waterproof kit is almost always a false economy, it'll always let you down at some point!

 

It's bad enough for me having leaky kit on a snowboard or motorbike, and that's only ever for a few hours at a time - being out in it day in, day out, like you boys deserves better kit!

[Rowan the Bruce]

I have a Paramo velez smock from ebay for £70 new they are 140ish and its the best thing i ever bought it rains a lot in the South west and a bit of nik wax wash every now and again keeps it totally waterproof, light weight,wicks the sweat away and although a bit hot in midsummer its surprisingly tough.Páramo

[Sevsafe]

 

having been through all the stihl and husky waterproofs, that dont actually seem to be watertight, can any1 give me any ideas on good waterproofs that work and are good to work in and arent silly money?

 

thanks.

These go well for us Waterproof workwear in breathable FOX Microtex

also

Tranemo First Grade Modern Stylish Work Clothes.

tho' please note not all in this range is waterproof

We'll have some at the ATF and also Royal Show

[western]

hiya mate, got a pair of dare 2b water proofs from tx-max for £25, rrp £55.

haven't had any problems with them yet, they are fully water proof and breathable. hope this helps.

[Billy]

Army gear, i got some army stuff can be out in it all day and stay completelyu dry no leaky seams or zips, spot on.

[log supplier]

I find the best way to keep dry on wet days............. is to stay in the house!!

 

or jump back into the van:001_tongue:

[log supplier]

If this is for ground work, go down your local Army Surplus and get a BA Goretex jacket for £20!