What raingear are you wearing?

Guidewear, but you probably wont get it close to $400

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Originally Posted by Locknload59

I upgraded to Simms Pro Dry a few years ago and they are fantastic but out of your price range. My wife has the Simms Challenger suit and it has been fine.

Prior to the Simms I had BPS 100 MPH jacket and bibs and they worked fine.

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i have guidewear and really like it but about to pull trigger on simms prodry. Heard it may be 20% off at the classic if they are there and my brother is going there. Regardless going to try them out

Simms also has free shipping. They are fast too and offer free returns if it does not fit. They often have some great closeout specials too on there.

Www.simmsfishing.com

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Originally Posted by Phoenix Jim

i have guidewear and really like it but about to pull trigger on simms prodry. Heard it may be 20% off at the classic if they are there and my brother is going there. Regardless going to try them out

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Your wallet will sting for a little while but you will love the Simms Pro Dry!

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Originally Posted by Mark Perry

Simms also has free shipping. They are fast too and offer free returns if it does not fit. They often have some great closeout specials too on there.

Www.simmsfishing.com

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Mark, read here or somewhere that they can be a bit difficult if you have to take a leak. Any truth to that? Dont they have a fly? Not sure if there even is an issue

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Originally Posted by Mark Perry

Simms also has free shipping. They are fast too and offer free returns if it does not fit. They often have some great closeout specials too on there.

Www.simmsfishing.com

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The Gander Outdoors in Madison, WI had the Challenger models for 20% off. Not sure if this applies to all Gander stores.

Marmot Precip ... jacket and pants. Love the packable size, very light.
We don't have an issue with cold, just chilly days in winter ... maybe.
When I head north, I'll just layer and I'm still happy and comfortable.
On sale, about $150.00 for the entire set. And they hold up very well.

BPS Pro Qualifier. Had the same set for years and put it through the ringer. Once a year I’ll spray it down with heavy duty scotch guard.

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Originally Posted by Phoenix Jim

Mark, read here or somewhere that they can be a bit difficult if you have to take a leak. Any truth to that? Dont they have a fly? Not sure if there even is an issue

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No issues at all. I have both the Challenger and the Pro Dry suits. I used the Challenger for 5 days of heavy rains and stayed dry while fishing. Never have noticed either was an issue when nature calls.

I have both the Simms Challenger and Frabil 4. I use the Challenger when temps are warm and the Frabil when it's
cold. Both work great.

I still have my Cabelas Guidewear thats about as old as the OP's. No issues

GuideWear for years and no problems.

Walmart FLW suit that I brought years ago..

Rivers West Bass Jacket and Bibs. The best gear I have ever had by far!

I got my Frabill F1s on sale last summer for less than $135 for the jacket and bibs. They’re great for Florida weather since they’re raingear only, no insulation. The zippers work great and haven’t let a drop in. I doubt they will last forever but at that price I can upgrade whenever they stop working.

Sent you a PM bud!

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Originally Posted by Mark Perry

Looking at where you live and your budgeted amount I would suggest you look at the Simms Challenger suit. They run sales on the Simms site and also some dealers will have good prices for even more savings. Even at retail they are within your budget.

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that's by far my favorite looking suit, but I've seen so many negative reviews about them leaking and zippers breaking. Do you own them, whats your opinion?

Guidewear

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Originally Posted by OkieBud

Walmart FLW suit that I brought years ago..

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I bought one of those too,excellent quality for the money.

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Originally Posted by jeremyp

that's by far my favorite looking suit, but I've seen so many negative reviews about them leaking and zippers breaking. Do you own them, whats your opinion?

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I own the Challenger and the Pro Dry suits. I have worn the Challenger in some truly heavy rains while fishing. No issues at all. Very comfortable and keeps you dry. Simms has great CS if needed too as well as nice warranty on them.