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Old 06-12-2005, 08:30 PM
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I'm looking for good rain wear. Something that I can stay out all day in the rain. I was looking at Bass pro's redhead xpr Gore-tex or Cabela's Gore-tex Mt050 Guidwear. Has anyone had experience with any of these products, or any other recommendations would surely be helpful.
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Old 06-12-2005, 10:03 PM
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Redhead Squaltex from Bass Pro runs at $70 for pants and $70 for a jacket. It works really well. I bought some and it it is very breathable and lightweight.
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Old 06-13-2005, 08:56 AM
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I have had relatively good experiences with Cabelas Revolution Fleece garments. They utilize Cabelas' Dry Plus membrane (basically goretex). They are comfortable to wear, block rain/snow and wind and are very color fast. Definitely worth the cost but not packable.
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Old 06-13-2005, 05:22 PM
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I looked at the squaltex before and I may go with it, Thanks
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Old 06-13-2005, 05:29 PM
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It wont let you down I promise that.
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Old 06-14-2005, 05:27 PM
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Pa bowhunter has the right idea. if it,s not fleece it,s noisy.
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Old 06-18-2005, 08:41 AM
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I have an old poncho I got from Patagonia. It's excellent protection from rain.
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Old 06-18-2005, 06:42 PM
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Actually, their Rain Suede is also pretty nice. The Dry Plus membrane does make a slightly "swish" sound just like Gore-tex but I would have a hard time believing that anyone but the hunter can hear it.
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Old 06-19-2005, 08:31 PM
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I'll be going to both Basspro and Cabela's next week to check out ya'll suggestions. I'll let you know what I decide. Thanks for the input
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Old 06-20-2005, 12:17 PM
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I have the Cabela's packable light rain jacket. It folds up into itself. I can't remember the exact name of it, but it is really light & fits over my regular scent blocker coat. It is very quiet and comfortable and packs up real small to stuff in your pak.
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