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Old 10-28-2017, 09:49 PM
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Looking to upgrade my rain gear. Wondering what everyone is using and how it holds up?

On a budget want to spend under $250 for pants and a jacket but need it to be comfortable and last as well as easily packable and not weigh much. I plan on using it while guiding for caribou as well as elk and moose hunting.

I've seen the Cabelas space suit ones and wondering how they hold up and if they are waterproof enough for a down pour for the entire day?

what's your go to?

forgot to mention I am looking for it to fit over top of the gear I am already wearing.

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Old 10-28-2017, 10:18 PM
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I have cabela's goretex as well as sitka. Big difference in price....no difference in quality imo.
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I have Sitka, it's good stuff, relatively quiet and very well made, but way over your budget.

here's your answer: goretex or any kind of "breathable" fabric will not hold up to an all-day downpour or long hike through wet bush. It'll soak through eventually. I'm speaking from a lot of experience, more than I would like to have especially this year. It's great for an unexpected shower or light drizzle, but hard driving rain for hours requires a rubberized shell. And yes, you will get wet inside from sweat if you walk in it, and it'll be noisy. Wear wool base layers.

Ultra light packable rain gear is basically survival equipment. It will not last long with regular use, be comfortable for long hikes, or get you through all day rain. It's made to keep you dry for a couple hours, to wait out a storm or get back to camp. A lot of outfitters specifically state their guests should not bring goretex

Helly Hanson impertec is the standard guide wear in Alaska I'm told. HH should fit in your budget as well.
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Depends what your looking for but my vote goes for Helly Hansen. If it’s wet enough that I want rain gear then that’s what I wear.


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Old 10-29-2017, 07:12 AM
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Another vote for HH. Bib coveralls and jacket cost me right around the $250 mark.
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Old 10-29-2017, 08:35 AM
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Base layers are also a big contributing factor!
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Old 10-29-2017, 11:22 AM
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Depends what your looking for but my vote goes for Helly Hansen. If it’s wet enough that I want rain gear then that’s what I wear.


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X2 for the HH. Not high tech, super fancy but it works. Also affordable and easily packable.
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Old 10-29-2017, 11:42 AM
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Check out arcteryx leaf line it is pricy but high quality and will last many years and you can expect top of line quality. Don’t cheap out on good gear.buy it once and have it for years.rather then struggle with cheap gear replacing it every year
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Old 10-29-2017, 11:43 AM
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X3 on HH best bang for your buck , and if you happen to rip it Tack Tape + shoe goo makes a easy quick repair
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Old 10-29-2017, 11:51 AM
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I bought the Viking brand from:http://www.onoworkandsafety.com/Rain-Wear_c_118.html

I have used it for 4 seasons when its raining and its held up (fishing and hunting). I have only had to wear it for a few days at a time when its wet. I am not sure what it would be like for days and days.

It's a lot cheaper in price then the name you pay for with HH
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Old 10-29-2017, 02:44 PM
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Depends what your looking for but my vote goes for Helly Hansen. If it’s wet enough that I want rain gear then that’s what I wear.


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Another vote for HH. Bib coveralls and jacket cost me right around the $250 mark.
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X3 on HH best bang for your buck , and if you happen to rip it Tack Tape + shoe goo makes a easy quick repair
What they said. For fishing in the wet blowing rain of Haida Gwaii, it kept us dry. A pair of Lacrosse boots to keep the feet dry and warm, and life is good.
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Old 10-29-2017, 02:58 PM
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Check out arcteryx leaf line it is pricy but high quality and will last many years and you can expect top of line quality. Don’t cheap out on good gear.buy it once and have it for years.rather then struggle with cheap gear replacing it every year
Arcteryx costs 10x more than it should. Its quality is no better than any other polyester nylon
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Old 10-29-2017, 03:02 PM
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Helly Hansen for sure.
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Old 10-29-2017, 03:26 PM
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I have Sitka, it's good stuff, relatively quiet and very well made, but way over your budget.

here's your answer: goretex or any kind of "breathable" fabric will not hold up to an all-day downpour or long hike through wet bush. It'll soak through eventually. I'm speaking from a lot of experience, more than I would like to have especially this year. It's great for an unexpected shower or light drizzle, but hard driving rain for hours requires a rubberized shell. And yes, you will get wet inside from sweat if you walk in it, and it'll be noisy. Wear wool base layers.

Ultra light packable rain gear is basically survival equipment. It will not last long with regular use, be comfortable for long hikes, or get you through all day rain. It's made to keep you dry for a couple hours, to wait out a storm or get back to camp. A lot of outfitters specifically state their guests should not bring goretex

Helly Hanson impertec is the standard guide wear in Alaska I'm told. HH should fit in your budget as well.
I dont agree entirely.

I refuse to wear a rubber suit when moderate-intense activity is required. A rubber suit while fishing on a boat for a rainy day isnt a problem. However, sweat is the enemy of warmth while hunting.
Most quality Gortex gear will withstand a day of rain, when in new condition. The key, in my experience, is to maintain the DWR. If your DWR allows water to soak through after several hours of rain then it's time for a maintence coating. I do this at the start of every season and the water literally bounces off. This is easily 95% as effective as a rubber suit and remains breatheable.
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Old 10-29-2017, 07:00 PM
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I have Helly Hansen and Sitka gear and there is no comparison as to which is superior, Sitka hands down. It's way more money, but you get what you pay for. You just have to look at it as an investment.
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Old 10-30-2017, 08:14 PM
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I had looked at Helly Hansen previously and plan to check it out quite close again. Most likely the direction I will go but will check my options out completely.

Thanks for the responses
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Old 10-30-2017, 08:33 PM
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I have some Kryptek raingear. Was not terribly pricey, is not goretex, and is comfortable and lightweight. I believe it is Kryptek Poseidon.
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Old 10-30-2017, 08:43 PM
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Wet skins at Costco.
Under $100 for pants and jacket.

Then wear what you want underneath.
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Old 10-30-2017, 09:04 PM
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When it calls for rain I bring a towel. When the rain stops I towel off and put on my clothes.
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