Waterproofs

[harpo]

Hello
Can anyone recommend a waterproof gear I.e floatation / chest waders or over suits ?
Thinking I rather spend once than trying several different types before I get the right gear . The coin is key any advise would be appreciated
Regards
Chris

[Poly]

there is no perfect single option:

- flotation suit: too hot in summer, still get wet with rain/spray; all in ones better for heat/water proofing but less flexible than two piece.
- dry suit: expensive, hot in summer, awkward to get on/off, go for a piss* etc.
- water proofs: Good ones are expensive and still not going to keep you 100% warm/dry.
- waders: good for launching etc - but if water gets over the top you're stuffed


As with most topics been discussed to death previously so worth a search.



* relief zip available for men, but adds further cost

[m chappelow]

Bear in mind to check whatever clothing your going to wear if your lifejacket/ bouyancy aid will still support you proper in the water ,
Eg ,,,,, a 150 n lifejacket may be fine wearing Light clothing & trainers but put on a pair of wellys , waders & heavy duty Offshore foulweather jacket & trousers it may not float you as good as you hoped .

[Chris Caton]

is this question as a result of the recent tropical weather enjoyed around Caernarfon over the bank holiday weekend by any chance Chris, the suns shining this morning

[harpo]

Lol , how do you know were we are ?

[Chris Caton]

Originally Posted by harpo

Lol , how do you know were we are ?

just a educated guess, we're on the same site, in the statics, av'ing breakfast

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[harpo]

Hello .
Cracking campsite . We are hopefully last trip out today . It's quite choppy at the minute . Going to check the forecast . Enjoy your stay

[stray]

Have a look at what Kayakers wear.
As I launch from a beach I got a pair of waterproof Kayak trousers with socks attached. Combined with a pair of wetsuit boots and a Cag, they are lightweight, keep me warm and dry and offer a degree of protection should I fall in. Not as good protection as a Drysuit but far more comfortable.

[Chris Caton]

Originally Posted by harpo

Hello .
Cracking campsite . We are hopefully last trip out today . It's quite choppy at the minute . Going to check the forecast . Enjoy your stay

yeh, nice site, great for The Menai jobs to do on the caravan today so no boating n home this afternoon

we've gone thru the waterproofs saga like most have on here, we use waterproofs to keep the chill of and great for a light shower, but for crap weather we've found drysuits are the best option, keep you warm n dry

MES Marine just off the Queesferry bypass has a good selection of drysuits, kayak gear and often has end of line bargains too, worth looking in on the way past, also does a good range of boating bits at a good price

[GordyP]

Whatever option you go for don't buy cheap stuff, its a totally false economy especially with this type of kit. Unfortunately good makes are really expensive these days, however if you keep an eye on the likes of the Sportspursuit website you'll find they'll be selling last years colours with good discounts.

[alexg]

Musto MPX high fits and jacket in the lesser weather
Or my drysuit depending on the activities The MPX's NEVER LET ME DOWN in the worst weather even out on the commercial boats!!

[philpot]

I am a kayak angler as well as a SIB user and we have a whole array of waterproof clothing available for the sport. You are looking at surface drysuits from £299-600 but I use for most of the year a pair of Kokatat high waist paddle pants which are light and easy to take off for a pee.
Kokatat Hydrus 3L Tempest Pant | Escape Watersports

A cag top which has seals on neck and sleeves
Palm Velocity cag 2013 | Escape Watersports

The good thing with these types of gear is they are very light and stop the wind and rain but don't restrict your movement. For cold weather I simply add a micro fleece two piece under suit with tracky bottoms and a t-shirt and fish in dec / jan conditions so I know they work. Should the worse happen and you go in the water, you are protected, okay not a full drysuit but nevertheless for the most part you stay dry with perhaps a damp belly where the two garments overlap.
Because these items or similar are light weight and roll up tight, you can store them on board in a bag taking little space when not in use.

Hope that helps

Phil

[harpo]

Thanks Phil
I have not brought anything yet . I will check those links out .
Regards chris

[Sunstreaker]

Some boat jumbles are full of good used gear, but there is a lot of rubbish out there to.