How to choose a waterproof suit for fishing?

Experienced fishermen understand the importance of good waterproof clothing, as bad weather can ruin a good catch. Now this problem has been solved once and for all, because many manufacturers offer a wide range of suits and their modifications.

In addition, when choosing a suit, there is a flexible pricing policy, so every customer will be satisfied.

Types of costumes

For different conditions, a certain type of suit is needed, it can be a semi-overall, which consists of pants to the waist with straps, or a full-length jumpsuit that covers the chest. The composition of such equipment also includes a jacket or parka, liner-insulation, protective nets, windproof strips.

Each type of suit has its advantages and disadvantages, so the choice of this type of equipment is especially important.

summer

A special plus of the summer suit is the special tailoring of the membrane fabric, which allows you to keep moisture out during the bad weather season and feel comfortable during the heat.

This type of fabric wicks away sweat during active activities and allows the body to breathe, making this suit the best choice for fishing clothing.

It is worth considering the compactness and weight of such a suit. Whether you're on long trips or fishing in difficult terrain, the weight of your gear plays a very important role, making every pound count. A summer-style suit weighs much less than regular clothes and does not restrict your movements, which makes it an ideal choice.

Summer suit will withstand light wind, heat, night drizzle. For spring and autumn fishing, you should choose a demi-season suit.

demi-season

This type of suit has a thin layer of insulation, which does not hinder movement and is not too heavy. You will feel comfortable in early spring and late autumn. The working temperature of such suits is from 10 degrees.

The main property of such a suit is an overestimated moisture resistance., often the presence of a windproof film, which allows you not to feel a strong and cold wind.

Winter

This is where all the imagination and ingenuity of the manufacturers of fishing suits took off. Of course, in summer suits there are many pockets, shirt-fronts and functions for comfort and protection of the body, but in winter versions, the developers took the matter with all their hearts.

Winter fishing is considered a severe test for real men who are strong in spirit and body.

Ice, snow, frost and prey - that's the test of a real steel character. Therefore, equipment and clothing should be comfortable and not spoil the fishing experience, protect against frostbite and prevent diseases.

In addition to the fact that such a suit is comfortable and practical, it has a bright coloring and zero buoyancy, and if the owner gets into a disaster on the water, then such a suit will not pull him to the bottom.

Breathable waterproof suits

The special design of tailoring and the combination of materials allow the fisherman to feel comfortable in conditions of high humidity and not overcool during physical activity.

The main layer of such a suit is a membrane. The principle of operation is this - to leave the body dry, to push the sweat from the inside and not let the moisture in from the outside. Even at very low temperatures, as long as you move, you will begin to sweat, and the material will work like thermal underwear, keeping your body warm.

There are two types of membranes - porous and non-porous:

The principle of operation of non-porous membranes is that as soon as a person sweats, the membrane will bring moisture out of the suit. The disadvantage of such suits is that they get wet easily.

The pore membrane contains a principle of operation that is directly related to physics. The material is made of micropores, which are smaller than a water molecule, but much larger than a vapor molecule. As a result, internal vapors pass freely through the suit, and moisture that tries to get in from the outside cannot get through.

The undoubted advantage of such a material is that it breathes and does not let water through, but with all the advantages, there are also disadvantages.

The main disadvantage is that the membranes of such a suit quickly clog over time, especially if such a suit is not washed properly.

However, special cleaning products have been developed that eliminate this problem, and if such a suit is carefully looked after, the service life will be long.

Costume components

Waders, pants, overalls - this is the basis of your costume. It is desirable that the legs of such a suit are wide enough and do not hinder movement. The seams of the suit must be taped and must not crack.

Since the suit is made of membrane fabric, you should not worry that the body will not breathe. Also, there should be no protruding pockets or straps that could catch on the fishing line.

The length of the sleeves of the jacket should reach the middle of the fingers. This is very important, since fishermen prefer to fish without gloves, this is due to the fact that gloves are inconvenient to put on bait, take off the catch, and you don’t feel the line in your fingers.

There should be a minimum of pockets, as the fishing line can catch and get tangled, or tear the jacket. Velcro, puffs are welcome.

Pay attention to the fact that the jacket has an anatomical cut, this will significantly increase comfort, and the elastic bands on the wrists do not overtighten the hands to prevent the circulatory system from being squeezed.

Which to choose?

It is worth noting the flagships among manufacturers, these are companies such as Norfin, Envision. Among domestic brands it is Chaika, ExtremeFishing.

Envision

Offers an IceGuard model that provides cold protection at -30, -40 in motion, -20, -30 degrees at rest. The weight of such a set is only 4 kilograms, and the movements are free and you do not feel stiffness.

It is worth paying attention to the bright color of the suit. When fishing, the color of the suit is very important, because in case of an emergency, you can easily be found and provided with the necessary assistance.

norfin

extreme fishing

A worthy domestic response to foreign manufacturers. The ZubZero model can withstand frost down to -30, which is a serious indicator. Manufacturers have thought of a system of locks for attaching a life jacket, the jacket has been equipped with a special lining with which you can lighten the suit. And the price of such a suit is much less than that of imported models.

Gull

Membrane suits of a budget sample. They perform well at low temperatures. Ideal for demi-season weather. The seams of the suit are taped, and the jacket has reflective and signal stripes, which makes you visible on the water.

Convenient pockets available. Such a suit will last less than foreign models, but for beginner fishermen it will be an ideal option.