Waterproof jacket?

[Old Mill Tree Care]

Has anyone got one of these and if so:

 

How long have you had it?

Are you a climber?

Is it still waterproof?

Is it tough enough?

 

Thanks.

 

Ventura Rain Jacket - Jackets - Clothing

[Rich Rule]

I think MattyF and John Shutler both have that jacket.

[skc101fc]

I think MattyF and John Shutler both have that jacket.

 

Must make for a fun time when it rains - I'll get my camera

[Mark Bolam]

Must make for a fun time when it rains - I'll get my camera

 

 

Hahahaha!

The mental picture I have just formed is great!

[Old Mill Tree Care]

I guess no body has one.

 

I find it humorous that British people will spend £250 on a coat to go for a stroll on Bodmin moor but resent paying more than £40 on a coat to climb trees in all day. (Then complain bitterly when the cheap one leaks!).

 

I've never seen any of these Pfanner jackets, that's why I'm asking here.

Thanks.

[Hodge]

Cut and climb for me.

[jeanesy]

I totally agree. I havnt got a problem with spending the money on something that's going to work. I spend more time at work than not and I want to keep dry. I have a cut and climb, to be honest I'm not that keen. I've ripped the arm on mine and won't be getting another. I'll be interested if anyone has any recommendations. There's a few web sites that have some good coats on sale. I have a haglofs for out and about and I may get another for work.

[simsimo]

I remember reading about using a canoeing/kyaking jacket with sealed neck and sleeves. Anyone tried these for climbing?

I like the idea of sealed sleeves for that final decent when you're prussic wrings out all wetness from your rope and it all goes down your arm!

[Peter]

Yes, they keep the rain out but they also keep the sweat in. Fine in cold weather but not much fun any other time.

[Joe Newton]

To be honest unless it's really cold I'll just get wet. Keep a spare t shirt and hoody in the van. If rather be wet and cool than clammy and hot.

 

If it's cold though, the cut and climb is great with just a t shirt underneath.

Mine ain't so waterproof anymore after two years, but it's tough and keeps the worst out. I'd still call it good value for money.