Rick_W
Member
Looking to get some info on good, WATERPROOF, foul weather gear.
Specifically parka and bibs, but I won't discount overpants and waist-length jackets.
And speaking from experience on Naval vessels, very few things are worse than being cold & wet with no way to dry off and get warm for several more hours.
The only stores that I have relatively close are Bass Pro Shops, West Marine, Dick's, Academy, and Field & Stream.
I want good, quality gear. Cost is always a factor, but I believe in "buy once - cry once".
Gore-tex may be the gold standard but I'm sure there is other material that breathes while being waterproof.
Right now I have some Frogg Toggs and they are ok for light duty - but the waterproof inner liner can rip fairly easily.
Specifically parka and bibs, but I won't discount overpants and waist-length jackets.
And speaking from experience on Naval vessels, very few things are worse than being cold & wet with no way to dry off and get warm for several more hours.
The only stores that I have relatively close are Bass Pro Shops, West Marine, Dick's, Academy, and Field & Stream.
I want good, quality gear. Cost is always a factor, but I believe in "buy once - cry once".
Gore-tex may be the gold standard but I'm sure there is other material that breathes while being waterproof.
Right now I have some Frogg Toggs and they are ok for light duty - but the waterproof inner liner can rip fairly easily.