I bought a Fox Aqos tri layer 3/4 length jacket with 15k HH and it's terrible in the rain. Decent wind proof but utterly rubbish in the rain.
I need a new jacket that is truly waterproof but isn't too expensive. Any recommendations for the Korda DryKore stuff or is it as rubbish as the above?
I need a new jacket that is truly waterproof but isn't too expensive. Any recommendations for the Korda DryKore stuff or is it as rubbish as the above?
In reply to Post #1
I like the Drykore and have had the mk1 since release . . .like all waterproofs they need regular washing / reproofing to keep the DWR in place / water beading up etc
I like the Drykore and have had the mk1 since release . . .like all waterproofs they need regular washing / reproofing to keep the DWR in place / water beading up etc
Buy an Arktis military grade waterproof jacket, you will never need another one again.
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Depends what too expensive is. You could try ex military, I use German Flecktarn Goretex as Gerry on here recommended it.
I also use Deerhunter which I can highly recommend.
If you're prepared to buy none fishing have a nosey at New Forrest Clothing, link below.
They have some lovely stuff and their budget range reviews speak for themselves. Quite a few reviews are from people who work in all weathers outdoors.
LINKY POO™ https://www.newforestclothing.co.uk/collections/mens-jackets
Depends what too expensive is. You could try ex military, I use German Flecktarn Goretex as Gerry on here recommended it.
I also use Deerhunter which I can highly recommend.
If you're prepared to buy none fishing have a nosey at New Forrest Clothing, link below.
They have some lovely stuff and their budget range reviews speak for themselves. Quite a few reviews are from people who work in all weathers outdoors.
LINKY POO™ https://www.newforestclothing.co.uk/collections/mens-jackets
Just get an outdoor brand like Rab, Montane etc
In reply to Post #1
Just have a go at reapplying the DWR first.
Else another year on you'll have two jackets which are no longer waterproof…
Just have a go at reapplying the DWR first.
Else another year on you'll have two jackets which are no longer waterproof…
In reply to Post #1
Take a trip to GoOutdoors as they usually have some bargains on good quality Goretex jackets from Rab etc.
They'll last way longer than anything available in the fishing industry.
Take a trip to GoOutdoors as they usually have some bargains on good quality Goretex jackets from Rab etc.
They'll last way longer than anything available in the fishing industry.
In reply to Post #1
I really rate the ridgemonkey thermapro shell waterproofs. The material is incredibly comfortable and soft. Used in extreme downpours and kept completely dry.
being ex forces myself I've used and have plenty of military goretex... does the job / robust... but just no where near as comfortable as the ridgemonkey set.
I really rate the ridgemonkey thermapro shell waterproofs. The material is incredibly comfortable and soft. Used in extreme downpours and kept completely dry.
being ex forces myself I've used and have plenty of military goretex... does the job / robust... but just no where near as comfortable as the ridgemonkey set.
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EBay, army gortex, get over size then you can put it over whatever you want
No point having fancy jackets when they are covered in fish slime, washing them knackers them up and takes out the DWR coating. For what the army gortex cost you can replace it every couple of years or just wash it now and again and lather it in Fabsil, or that's what I do
EBay, army gortex, get over size then you can put it over whatever you want
No point having fancy jackets when they are covered in fish slime, washing them knackers them up and takes out the DWR coating. For what the army gortex cost you can replace it every couple of years or just wash it now and again and lather it in Fabsil, or that's what I do
Go Outdoors got 70% sale on. Some decent offers on waterproofs and winter jackets
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Too true, I use the Austrian army goretex stuff. It's really decent for fishing, personally I prefer the green colour to the camouflage patterns. Although, the German Flectern is decent gear as well.
Too true, I use the Austrian army goretex stuff. It's really decent for fishing, personally I prefer the green colour to the camouflage patterns. Although, the German Flectern is decent gear as well.
Scozza sums it up ,we go fishing ,outside in rough nasty, damp weather all seasons
All I use is grade one DPM ,army jackets from the likes of Go Army, Miltary first or the Bunker army surplus shop ....
I don't mind the odd fishing branded T shirt but I don't or won't use angling clothing in general, when you fish the places i used to fish or spend time outside you'll soon see some of the fishing coats etc don't cut the mustard . .they ok for down the pub or a fishing show so you fit in....
All I use is grade one DPM ,army jackets from the likes of Go Army, Miltary first or the Bunker army surplus shop ....
I don't mind the odd fishing branded T shirt but I don't or won't use angling clothing in general, when you fish the places i used to fish or spend time outside you'll soon see some of the fishing coats etc don't cut the mustard . .they ok for down the pub or a fishing show so you fit in....
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ironically believe it or not, people in other disciplines look to fishing gear because it's made specifically for it and is deemed fit for purpose.
We look outside our discipline to find that perfect gear and to avoid carp tax. yet people from other disciplines look to fishing clothing because it's specialist. Like shooting, camping etc.
Controversial I know, but personally I don't rate military gear. ( I used it in anger for 15 years)Yes it's robust and designed to be dragged through a bush and crawl through mud. however where it excels in durability it lacks in comfort. I always found it was like wearing a noisy stiff crisp packet, not to mention a neck line that felt it was made from a plastic bucket. its heavy and breathability was non existent.
ironically believe it or not, people in other disciplines look to fishing gear because it's made specifically for it and is deemed fit for purpose.
We look outside our discipline to find that perfect gear and to avoid carp tax. yet people from other disciplines look to fishing clothing because it's specialist. Like shooting, camping etc.
Controversial I know, but personally I don't rate military gear. ( I used it in anger for 15 years)Yes it's robust and designed to be dragged through a bush and crawl through mud. however where it excels in durability it lacks in comfort. I always found it was like wearing a noisy stiff crisp packet, not to mention a neck line that felt it was made from a plastic bucket. its heavy and breathability was non existent.
I think with fishing jackets they don't need to be as breathable as some of the mountaineering jackets so in that respect the vass one is probably best for out an out waterproofing.
I've got a few jack wolfskin jackets and they're great but they all ware off after a while in regards to the WP. Even my schoffel smock let's rain through after a while.
I've got a few jack wolfskin jackets and they're great but they all ware off after a while in regards to the WP. Even my schoffel smock let's rain through after a while.