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Suggestions for a good pair of rain pants
TJ Root, Photographer, Student/Intern
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Towson | MD | United States | Posted: 3:15 PM on 09.08.11 |
| ->> After the downpour during the UMD vs Miami game last Monday, it has become clear to me that my current rain pants are not quite cutting it, I am on my second pair of the budget oriented Helly Hanson rain pants, and much like the first pair I owned this second pair is starting to wear(be less than waterproof), especially around the knees. I was looking to hear what others were using and having hold up, I would rather not break the bank but I am all about buying the right item once. |
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Kevin Krows, Photographer
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Forsyth | IL | USA | Posted: 3:48 PM on 09.08.11 |
->> TJ- I went to a golf store this summer and purchased a really nice rain suit that kept me very dry and confortable during a downpour a few weeks ago. Not only did I stay dry but the suit is well vented so I didn't get hot. It comes in it's own little pouch and can be stowed in my camera bag. Cost was about $75.00.
I know that's pretty expensive but I wanted something durable, small package, light, and that worked. The guy who sold it to me said I could return it if I wasn't happy. I'm happy so I'm keeping it.
I would go to a local golf store or pro shop and check them out rather than go on-line. Most golf pros can advise you on which one suit is better than others. Mine is a private label brand with a Golfsmith tag in it. |
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Eric Canha, Photographer
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Brockton | MA | United States | Posted: 4:44 PM on 09.08.11 |
| ->> TJ if you have a West Marine or similar boating/sailing store around you I'd check them out. The season is coming to a close and often they'll start blowing out excess inventory. |
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Max Waugh, Photographer
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Bothell | WA | USA | Posted: 4:56 PM on 09.08.11 |
| ->> I like the pair I got from REI a while back. As Kevin says, they're not cheap, but these are 100% nylon, so they're much lighter and don't get as hot as the rubber "slickers" one can buy. |
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Joel Kowsky, Photographer, Assistant
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Jim Pierce, Photographer
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Waltham | MA | USA | Posted: 5:37 PM on 09.08.11 |
->> You probably have enough options but just another...go to a motorcycle dealer in your area. i bought a set, pants and Jacketthat have kept me bone dry in hard rains during a football game, did even better last week-end during Hurricane Iren in Vermont.
All zippers are covered with a velcro flap, the jacket is extra long. these are made for touring at 65+MPH.
Jim |
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Bill Danielewski, Photographer
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Boston | MA | USA | Posted: 7:11 PM on 09.08.11 |
| ->> Root - you've gotten some good advice here. I'd try West Marine first - best quality but you are going to pay for it. 2nd alternative is golf gear. It'll be a bit less expensive and still do a good job. I've got the combo - golf rain paints with a good a good boating weather jacket from West Marine. |
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Kevin Novak, Photographer, Assistant
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Bel Air (Baltimore) | MD | USA | Posted: 7:14 PM on 09.08.11 |
->> TJ,
I have these and really like them.
http://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/68419?feat=504716-GN2
They're not Gore-Tex, but they are waterproof and much more breathable than the plastic slicker type you can get for cheap. |
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Jody Gomez, Photographer
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Murrieta | CA | USA | Posted: 7:41 PM on 09.08.11 |
| ->> I get mine at the local Army/Navy store. They work great and are exepensive. :~) |
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Scott Morgan, Photographer
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Rockford | IL | United States | Posted: 8:44 PM on 09.08.11 |
->> I've had a pair of North Face HyVent pants for years that I've knelt through countless wet football games in with no problems at all. They've actually redesigned them to be more like the Marmot rain pants that I would get at this point (my wife and father have them and have had good luck). They now have a full zip side on them (which still keeps you dry) and lets you get them over waterproof boots without taking them off.
Either the North Face or Marmots are about $90, and are well worth it. I love Arc'Teryx and Patagonia stuff too, but have no personal experience with those. |
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Scott A. Schneider, Photographer
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Minneapolis | MN | USA | Posted: 10:25 PM on 09.08.11 |
| ->> Another vote for the North Face HyVent. |
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Chuck Liddy, Photographer
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Durham | NC | USA | Posted: 10:50 PM on 09.08.11 |
| ->> I just bought a pair of Marmot's for $90 at REI. Irene ripped one of the legs off my old pair.... |
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Brian Blanco, Photographer
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Tampa / Sarasota | FL | USA | Posted: 11:48 PM on 09.08.11 |
| ->> You know Chuck, a few more stories like that and you may very well be qualified as a "travel strategist". Maybe start your own blog? Get a Twitter account? ;-) |
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Tim Snow, Photographer
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Montreal | Qc | Canada | Posted: 12:38 AM on 09.09.11 |
->> +1 for the Arc'Teryx stuff. I have the Beta AR Pro-Shell Gore-Tex jacket and it is just insanely good...I am saving to get the matching pants.
http://www.arcteryx.com/Product.aspx?EN/Mens/Pants-Shorts/Beta-AR-Pant#
They aren't cheap, but if you keep your eyes open you can find discounts every once in a while. They are Pro-Shell's, built to last and good to go for any weather you meet.
One thing to look for in ANY rain pant is a good waterproof zipper running up the leg from the ankle opening. It will let you quickly put the pants on or take them off over your shoes or boots! |
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Tom Ewart, Photographer
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Bentonville | AR | USA | Posted: 8:33 AM on 09.09.11 |
| ->> I'm a huge fan of Northface gear, I use a Mt Light Paint version which is a little heavy when it's warm out (but with all the vent zips, it can be ok), but can not be beat when it's cold out. They are so warm that I've been known to wear shorts under them when it's snowing out and never getting cold during a football game. Fairly pricey but worth every penny. |
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Keith Crowley, Photographer
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Hudson | WI | USA | Posted: 8:35 AM on 09.09.11 |
| ->> Marmot Precips, or whatever they are currently calling them. They are packable (I just stuff the pants and jacket in a lens cubby in my bag,) incredibly lightweight, and after five years, still waterproof. The full length zipper alone makes them most useful. |
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