Let's talk about rain gear

It dawn on me that I haven't pulled out my rain gear since the move back to GA. , about 15 months now and back in WV I hadn't used it in I don't remember , I keep it a yellow bag so I don't forget it . Well maybe it has something to do with that bag because when I pulled it out I discovered to my Surprise and Shock that they Shrank so there no longer loose so I can put them on over some warm garments , I've never heard of this phenomenon before . As I recall I think I only put them on once and the storm turned away so back in the bag they went . So now I have to replace them as I'm sure there out of warranty now ,
So I look to you good seasoned regulators of the Pier for recommendations for the warmer southern climate , In my younger days the Army would issue us ponchos and we hardly used them we just got wet but that was back in the day and I'm smarter now I hope . So what do you use ??

Frog toggs.....the breathable ones....not the rubber type
I like the goretex too but very pricey.....unless your bride works at Eddie Bauer....:D

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Originally Posted by ironman172

Frog toggs.....the breathable ones....not the rubber type
I like the goretex too but very pricey.....unless your bride works at Eddie Bauer....:D

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My .02 worth. I like Frogg Toggs, but have misplaced mine. I keep a rain suit from Acadamy ($12) in the hatch of the kayak, and carried them with me on the pier last month, worked fine, kept me dry and have saved me many times. My son has a $400 set of Simms, very nice, me?, Nah.

I had a set of BPS 100MPH bibs and parka that saved me many time when I used to fish 100+ days a year - and did not have a choice of when to go and not...but I am now less fortunate with my fishing opportunities and carry a set of Frog Togs that work very well.

Unless you will be driving a boat in a gale...save the money for bait.

I picked up a middle of the line Frog Toggs hooded jacket and pants set at Cabela’s for around $50. They are the breathable material and work great!

Wall's makes some pretty nice rain gear. I had one of their rain suits at one time. I have one of their insulated jump suits now. Nice to have in November when it's cold on the pier

https://www.walls.com/camo-hunting/mens/pants/

It seems that Frogg Toggs are well liked , I looked at them once in a Gander Mountain store as I was wandering I'll have to see if Academy
has them since Gander Mountain is history , Won't spend a cent at Dick's with there anti 2nd. Amendment stance and now they announced that they are doing away with all the Hunting supplies too ,

Thanks to all for your input

I just ordered a pair of Frogg Toggs from Walmart (on line). In fact I'm having them shipped to the Gulf Shores Walmart. I'll pick them up when I get there next week.

FYI.....Gander Mountain has reopened in Pensacola, Florida and maybe elsewhere.

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Originally Posted by jollymon

It seems that Frogg Toggs are well liked , I looked at them once in a Gander Mountain store as I was wandering I'll have to see if Academy
has them since Gander Mountain is history , Won't spend a cent at Dick's with there anti 2nd. Amendment stance and now they announced that they are doing away with all the Hunting supplies too ,

Thanks to all for your input

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Hey guys, we used to do a frogg toggs discount for the pier guys several years ago. I believe David (Pier#er) helped us get it started. Not sure if we sponsored the page and provided the discount link on the main forum page or some other way. Anyway, we appreciate the kind comments and all the support. If you didn't know, frogg toggs is a veteran owned Alabama company located in Arab, Alabama. I know John carries a sampling of our products, but please check out the website, and if I can ever help with anything, I read the forum everyday. Feel free to PM me or give us a call if we can be of service.

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Originally Posted by wmfowler

Hey guys, we used to do a frogg toggs discount for the pier guys several years ago. I believe David (Pier#er) helped us get it started. Not sure if we sponsored the page and provided the discount link on the main forum page or some other way. Anyway, we appreciate the kind comments and all the support. If you didn't know, frogg toggs is a veteran owned Alabama company located in Arab, Alabama. I know John carries a sampling of our products, but please check out the website, and if I can ever help with anything, I read the forum everyday. Feel free to PM me or give us a call if we can be of service.

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Post a link or web site please

I love Frogg Toggs too haven't really found anything comparable.

The ones I had that ...Magically Shrunk" .. Were Frogg Toggs and I have a number of the LtW. sets too .
So I'll seek out a new set , I always liked them too ,
And I'll make a drop a pound or 2,3,10, and use the old set

Raingear is spelled either G-R-U-N-D-E-N-S or H-E-L-L-Y H-A-N-S-O-N....get bibs not pants and tops with neoprene cuffs...the anorak style coat is particularly dry due to no open seam in the front. All others pale in comparison.

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Originally Posted by JayHook

Raingear is spelled either G-R-U-N-D-E-N-S or H-E-L-L-Y H-A-N-S-O-N....get bibs not pants and tops with neoprene cuffs...the anorak style coat is particularly dry due to no open seam in the front. All others pale in comparison.

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And they will rain on the inside in sweat​ ok for offshore on a boat just hose yourself off of all the fish slime
Are you the one that always wore the black ones on the pier this past spring?

Got 2 pair of bibs grundens brand new for sale orange & green size medium that are big

R

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Originally Posted by jollymon

It seems that Frogg Toggs are well liked , I looked at them once in a Gander Mountain store as I was wandering I'll have to see if Academy
has them since Gander Mountain is history , Won't spend a cent at Dick's with there anti 2nd. Amendment stance and now they announced that they are doing away with all the Hunting supplies too ,

Thanks to all for your input

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Academy has them.

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Originally Posted by JayHook

Raingear is spelled either G-R-U-N-D-E-N-S or H-E-L-L-Y H-A-N-S-O-N....get bibs not pants and tops with neoprene cuffs...the anorak style coat is particularly dry due to no open seam in the front. All others pale in comparison.

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Have had both of them in the past and you do sweat in them , they are heavy duty but that's not what I want for Pier fishing in Florida and Alabama. Lite weight and breathable are required, I'll keep the other one for fishing up north in late October, November.

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Originally Posted by Prospector46

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Academy has them.

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Will be stopping by my local store today , Thanks

The packable Huk rain suit works pretty well. Its lightweight and breathable.

I stopped by Academy after hitting a gun show with my youngest son and lunch for his birthday today , just don't see him enough so that was good , I did get some Frogg Touggs a jacket and bibs and a set of their LtW sets to stash in the truck .
Thanks to all again for your in put .

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Originally Posted by ironman172

Post a link or web site please

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http://www.froggtoggs.com

or email will@froggtoggs.com if I can be of assistance in any way. Be glad to discuss features and benefits of our different fabrics and styles.

Again, the last time I was in JohnG's store, he had the Ultralight pack suit in stock. That was in July, so no idea what the stock levels are now, but they stock them.

Didn't realize you were the manufacturer of them, thought a supplier in a retail store.....I have seen you logged on this forum in the past.....thanks for the link though

I've ordered off that website, as I was searching for my lost 'Toggs rain suit I found a set of Hellbender breathable waders I use in the winter on my kayak. They're nice quality also. Good stuff, I'll have to buy a new rain suit.

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Originally Posted by ironman172

Didn't realize you were the manufacturer of them, thought a supplier in a retail store.....I have seen you logged on this forum in the past.....thanks for the link though

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No problem. Grew up on the pier in the late 70's - early 80's. Dad developed some real estate down there and would drop me off at the pier in the mornings and pick me up in the afternoon when he got done. If they were biting, he would stay and fish. Don't get down as much anymore, but always try to get by when I am there. Usually don't fish, just walk to the octi and back again reminiscing. Anything I can do to help the guys that fish, I try to do. The pier rats back in the day sure took care of me.

Thanks Will!

I still have mine I bought 10 years ago...
https://scontent-dfw5-1.xx.fbcdn.net...45&oe=5C807B93

I got the frogg toggs and have been happy with them

I have used frogg toggs for many years on a boat and on a motorcycle and been very happy. Most rain gear won't hold up to long rides at highway speed on a bike. Theirs do. Couple this with a price point of about 30 clams for a suit and they literally mop the floor with all other competitors. Their is no comparable rain gear at that price point that I am aware of.

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Thanks Will!

I still have mine I bought 10 years ago...
https://scontent-dfw5-1.xx.fbcdn.net...45&oe=5C807B93

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Thanks, David. Let me know when you get ready for a new one. Got some cool stuff you might want to try.