Hunting Washington Forum
Equipment & Gear => Power Equipment & RV => Topic started by: 87Ford on September 08, 2009, 03:16:38 PM
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Anyone have any experience with this stuff? I'm looking for some waterproof and maybe insulated hunting pants and jacket for my late deer hunt.
The Sitka Coldfront looks good, but it's way expensive.
RW may be too warm and a problem while hiking.
Any comments are appreciated. :)
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I have a set of MT050 raingear, not insulated. They are reasonably light and quiet, but could be better on both of them. They have sort of a micro fleece exterior that does soak up some water so they are heavier when wet. I hunt the coast a lot and they keep me dry and warm. Best thing about them is the Cabela's warranty. I'm actually on my second set now. After about 7 or 8 years my first set started to leak. I took them in to the Lacey store and they said "Those are obviously defective, go pick out another set". I told them how old they were and they didn't care one bit. I almost felt guilty about it. :chuckle: I read here that they are reducing their warranty coverage to reduce the financial hit but I think the Cabela's brand stuff is still good for life.
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I have a set of the MT050 Raingear. Great stuff, i think very quite, packable, and lightweight. I would recommend it for certain.
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I have a set new this year. Took it out during the early archery season deer opener "storm" and stayed nice and dry. A little on the noisy side IMO. Very comfortable tho.
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Thanks for the comments.
We went to Cabela's last night and tried on or looked at everything. Ended up going with the Revolution Fleece Dry Plus bibs. This stuff seemed to be similar to the MT050 and was a bit cheaper. Also bought a Revolution Fleece uninsulated jacket. The parka seemed a little bulky for any hiking.
Guess I'm ready for November.
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I have dry plus gear and MT050. I buy the just the rain gear as I am very hot blooded and sweat a ton. Both types work great :tup:. I can't see finding a better set of rain gear for archery than the MT050 - I haven't come across anything that's quieter - not that this stuff makes any noise. I would add gaiters to help keep your lower legs dryer (helps stop water working its way up from the ground) and they stop the inside of the lower pant legs from rubbing together and making noise. I also have a set of Red Head rain gear that's just as quiet and a little cheaper, but it hasn't proven it's self with years of service yet. I do carry longies with me and usually a fleece vest during late season to throw on under the shell if needed ( not so far)
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I bought a full set of it when it first came out and sent it back because it was so damn noisy. The liner rubbed against the outer and sounded like I was opening a bag of tater chips every time I moved. I had just as bad of luck with their rain suede. I still haven't found any truly quiet rain gear so I wear my fleece and put up with the cold and wet.
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I haven't found any quiet rain gear either. I have a packable mto50. In the rain it is o.k. because the rain covers up some noise.
You just can't beat wool. I hunt wool and even when I am wet, I am warm.
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The dry plus stuff usually goes on sale and can get a set for less then $150. Thats what I have and kept me dry on Saturday. I prefer to layer my cloths rather then be bulky big insulated gear.
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I too have the dry plus and it is great gear, until your in the rain all day. I have found it keeps me dry for about 4-6 hours. I really like how fast it drys though, even hanging in a tent. It's a little heavier then the MTO 50's.
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I have Parka and bibs in the 050 like them, had for about 7-8 years, they do tear kinda easy tho.
Carl
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I have a pair of pants and like them. My Gore-tex shell is leaky so I need a new one. As of yesterday, Cabela's had a big sale on MT050. The Quiet Pack raincoat is $119 (you won't see the price until you choose your size and then check out), which is something like $80 off regular price. Also, there is free shipping over $100 right now.
I personally like the Quiet Pack stuff because there isn't a lot of bulk and if I need cold weather clothes, I just put them on under the rain gear. That way I can layer and not be stuck with a heavy coat when I'm walking around. It also compresses ok (not great) and fits in my pack better.
