Help! Rain Gear that actually works?

[smobro]

I am totally frustrated by my search fro the perfect gear for playing in the rain. Here is my dilemma:

I have great rain pants, shoes and umbrella. I can't seem to find the right combination of base upper layer for wicking away perspiration, light layer for heat containment and rain jacket that will allow for mosture escape while not allowing external moisture in. All of this and excellent freedom of movement is what I am trying to find.

Has anyone found the right combination to keep them warm and dry on a rainy, chilly day in the Northwest?

REI suggests that the only way to do it, is to spend about $350 on their Event Jacket, Mountain Hardwear synthetic base layer, and Mountain Hardwear wool, cotton blend overlayer.

Hoping for a better answer than that.

Anyone?

[Uhlman]

Have you tried looking at anywhere that is not REI? i have found that a combo of my Starter dry-star jacket ($15 Wal-Mart) and and a rain jacket (one of the windbraker looking ones) I got at bimart for $35 works great for spring/fall rain in the NW.

[REDFIVE]

Except that you will get wet and it won't feel as bad.

[T-Bird]

I am happy with my Marmot PreCip (http://marmot.com/products/precip_jacket?p=110,205). Stay dry, pitzips to prevent overheating and the hood is adjustable so it won't go too low or high. Won't break the bank either. Got mine at Dick's.
Can still throw easily with it on.

http://marmot.com/sites/marmot.com/files/imagecache/product/product_images/5491_4162.jpg

[Carie CPink]

Mr. Pink purchased a rain set at Costco for under $30. Claims it is the best rain gear he's ever worn.

[snap7times]

I have the best rain gear, i shet you not.... but it's quite expensive.... move to a sunny state, heh...

[keys]

Mr. Pink purchased a rain set at Costco for under $30. Claims it is the best rain gear he's ever worn.


Is it the kirkland pants and jacket set? I have the same thing and its seems to be better quality then my Marmot stuff.

I still can't play worth a crap in a rain jacket. When I know its going to be wet I bring a couple hoodies, and just try to keep under my umbrella as long as possible. I've had good success with this, and I can usually keep a hoodie fairly dry for the entire round.

[smobro]

Has anyone tried this jacket yet? Mountain Hardwear Epic Jacket

[smobro]

Mr. Pink purchased a rain set at Costco for under $30. Claims it is the best rain gear he's ever worn.

How does he feel the range of motion works for him? I find that is pretty important.

The slosh at Hornings this year definitely clued me in that I had the wrong gear in the rain. Although it was a constant downpour from start to finish. I would never play a casual round in that kind of crap. But the 3MPO is probably going to be 2 days of constant drenching. Since it is a sanctioned event, it does seem to make sense to find an excellent rain combo. I don't want to be completely soaked by the 10th hole, and I also don't want to be dry but so constricted that I can't throw effectively. F'n rain!

[smobro]

Has anyone tried a poncho? I wonder if that might be a middle of the road solution?

[Carie CPink]

Is it the kirkland pants and jacket set? I have the same thing and its seems to be better quality then my Marmot stuff.
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It is...in fact, Jason uses it as his rain gear for riding his motorcycle.

[Carie CPink]

How does he feel the range of motion works for him? I find that is pretty important.


I should really let him answer but he's been cracking out on the PS-3 he got for his birthday...but I digress.

Range of motion works for him...and he's particular about his gear.

The way I'm pimping this Costco gear, you would think that I work for them or something...we're waiting for it to show up again because I'll be buying a set as well.

[smobro]

I should really let him answer but he's been cracking out on the PS-3 he got for his birthday...but I digress.

Range of motion works for him...and he's particular about his gear.

The way I'm pimping this Costco gear, you would think that I work for them or something...we're waiting for it to show up again because I'll be buying a set as well.

Thanks I will go check it out.

[Toby Puttzinski]

I found a nice nike golf jacket at Ross for $20-25 that is waterproof and allows for full range of motion... but I'm definitely with Keys in that I will opt to wear something more comfortable(especially in competition), bring extra clothing, and use a big ass umbrella.

For me, something with a sleeve that is too long is automatically eliminated, along with anything that feels too cumbersome.
Many dg'ers seem to like soft shell jackets that are weather resistant...lightweight parkas that aren't too baggy... I have a few friends that swear by their ball golfer style rain jackets/vests... and then there's Bro, who just goes shirtless whenever it rains.

Might have to stop by Costco tomorrow... they also sell a base layer top/bottom that is super comfortable... and have you tried their pecan pie?

[Uhlman]

Except that you will get wet and it won't feel as bad.
Don’t knock it until you try it. I have yet to be wet using this combo and I am a large man that sweats a lot. Expensive does not always equal better.

[mine all mine]

I have this black carhart jacket that is lightweight and waterproof. It breathes and I can wear something underneath it if it really cold out. It cuts the wind and the hood can be removed for the non rainy days that are still windy and cold. I find it to be the perfect combination of jacket and raingear. Another option would be to find some hunting jackets, they are lightweight and most are waterproof but still breathable. I have used my carhart jacket for five years now and it is still going strong. I think I paid $100 for it

[runnaman]

I am always wearing a jacket that I got from the Nike outlet store. It's really thin, but water just beads off of it. I usually wear that with a long sleeve shirt underneath. That, along with an umbrella should be fine.

[snap7times]

Ok here's a real answer, I've gone through my share of columbia and northface jackets and even the ones that say no water is ever supposed to go through, the oregon pounding rain defeats them at one point or another. So, I get water repellent spray and spray my clothes 24 hours before I know I will need the best protection I can get. It works for a couple outings then gotta do it again. The only jackets I have ever seen actually work forever are those thick rain jackets that have no breathe-ability.

[Ol' Bob]

Where is the good deal on the water repellent spray?

[bryan_luoma]

Buy this jacket:
http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Norr%F8na-Falketind-Gore-Tex-Paclite-Jacket-Mens/NRA0051M.html

Buy this baselayer:
http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Patagonia-Capilene-3-Zip-Neck-Long-Sleeve-Mens/PAT0549M.html

Watch the strokes dissapear in the cold, wet, and windy weather.

[Adam Schneider]

Watch the strokes dissapear
Not to mention the money.

[emmarose]

the best jacket i've ever had was my marmot precip (as mentioned by someone earlier in this thread) you must have the pit zips... never tried rain pants... can't deal with the zuszhing when you walk... i just wear shorts and knee socks and waterproof footgear, keeps me pretty dang dry... and of course stay away from cotton for any of your layers on a rainy day... especially your pantalones... i have a pair of golf pants that i spent waaaay too much money on that wick and dry pretty well... mostly, tho, it's fleece all the way and always bring spare clothes to change into... and not letting your pants drag on the ground so's they don't wick the moisture upwards...

hey, smo, you should maybe check the weather report for this weekend again, dude... last i checked it didn't look quite so drenchtacular... ;)

peace,
em

[smobro]

Cool I just checked again.

Apr 10 Saturday
More clouds than sun. Highs in the upper 50s and lows in the upper 30s.
Apr 11 Sunday
Few showers. Highs in the upper 50s and lows in the upper 30s.


In other words; in Oregon in the spring: Partial sunshine with a 99% chance of being mostly Shi**y throughout the day.

If I have learned one thing about the Willamette Valley, it is expect the worst weather.

[snap7times]

oh come on, at least it changes every 15 minutes....

[Ol' Bob]

No hot deals on that spray that doesn't last?

[Toby Puttzinski]

Lol Adam... and you too Bob... and even snap, bringing it with the real answer.


Has anyone used that 'wash in' waterproofing stuff? The 'camp dry' (non-aerosol) spray that I have doesn't seem to be the best water repellent ever made, at least not for my (these are supposed to be waterproof but never are)goretex New Balance trail hikers... snap, you should let us know what you're using so we can eliminate that one from the quality product list as well.

I bought some waterproof hiking pants from REI but have yet to use them for disc golf... they're just not as comfortable as nylon, which don't ever seem to get very wet, especially when using an umbrella.

Also, I believe Red 5 meant to say, "Accept the rain to ease the pain on your brain."

["Over the Hill" Bob]

I am totally frustrated by my search fro the perfect gear for playing in the rain. Here is my dilemma:

I have great rain pants, shoes and umbrella. I can't seem to find the right combination of base upper layer for wicking away perspiration, light layer for heat containment and rain jacket that will allow for mosture escape while not allowing external moisture in. All of this and excellent freedom of movement is what I am trying to find.

Has anyone found the right combination to keep them warm and dry on a rainy, chilly day in the Northwest?

REI suggests that the only way to do it, is to spend about $350 on their Event Jacket, Mountain Hardwear synthetic base layer, and Mountain Hardwear wool, cotton blend overlayer.

Hoping for a better answer than that.

Anyone?



Whiskey for warmth..................golf naked! You stay warm and don't get bogged down with wet clothing. :cheers:

When you're done you just throw on some dry clothes and there you go. :biggrin2:

Always glad to help out my Bro Smo!

Bob

[Ol' Bob]

There ya go, Bob, do what the original inhabitants did, go naked, barefoot, and coat your body with salmon oil. A woven spruce root hat is optional. But don't be like those Boston men they called, "stinky people," who only washed their faces and hands, but be sure to bathe in a clean creek twice a day.
http://www.washington.edu/burkemuseum/baskets/images/use/ceremony/989small.jpg

[snap7times]

i have a columbia shell, it works great, but water will get through after hours of rain, but a single layer of spray on waterproofing does the trick for a day or two...

[Flash]

The concept of breathable waterproof rain gear is a farce. I don't care what a company says about their fancy fabric. You can go with the greatest weather gear available and it will be waterproof but it will not be breathable. I used to have some gear for sailing that I never got wet in but I would sweat if the temp climbed about 60 with minimal activity.

[emmarose]

The concept of breathable waterproof rain gear is a farce. I don't care what a company says about their fancy fabric. You can go with the greatest weather gear available and it will be waterproof but it will not be breathable. I used to have some gear for sailing that I never got wet in but I would sweat if the temp climbed about 60 with minimal activity.

... hence the necessity of pit zips...

[smobro]

Whiskey for warmth..................golf naked! You stay warm and don't get bogged down with wet clothing. :cheers:

When you're done you just throw on some dry clothes and there you go. :biggrin2:

Always glad to help out my Bro Smo!

Bob

Why, why would anyone want to see that mess?

Solved my problem. Bought the underlayer that was suggested (patagonia), bought the Jacket that was suggested (Patagonia) and he spray that was suggested. All in all, I will be completely soaked and making excuses by noon on Saturday! Lets play some golf baby!

[Eric Olson]

Staying comfortable in heavy rain is an art. I am a master but the techniques are not easily passed along on a msg board. The basic principle is you can't rely on your gear to alter physics, and you must use your awareness and common sense. Also waterproof and breathable is a continuum. If you want more of one you must sacrifice the other. Know your body and find the balance that works for you.

[Ol' Bob]

Quack.

I'm working on the four feather power grip.

[emmarose]

All in all, I will be completely soaked and making excuses by noon on Saturday! Lets play some golf baby!

stop saying it's going to rain rain rain! you are bursting my sunshine bubble! do not make me hunt you down saturday morning and make you join me in a traditional oregonian sunshine dance... because i totally will... and you will have to do it in rufflebutts and a tutu... now just pack up your umbrella and rain gear and be prepared... enough doom and gloom... i plan to be golfing in my skort and tank top, so i've heard enough from you, mister! (don't worry, also packing my gear and several changes of socks and shoes so as not to be responsible for any deluges). ;)


peace threw disc golf,
emmarose

[Ol' Bob]

Quack.

[Magilla]

Mr. Pink purchased a rain set at Costco for under $30. Claims it is the best rain gear he's ever worn.

:trophy:
I have to agree.... This is the best rain gear I have ever owned. Light weight and very effective. It easily folds up and stuffs into my Golf Bag fro those days where rain is anticipated OR on the long rounds when the rain stops.

:cheers:

[Ol' Bob]

What's the brand on the Costco set? I could get my neighbors who go there to pick me up one. I get them to get me those bundles of 36 microfiber towels there for about $15.00.

My set now would be great for on a crabber in the Gulf of Alaska, but sucks for disc golf.

[smobro]

stop saying it's going to rain rain rain! you are bursting my sunshine bubble! do not make me hunt you down saturday morning and make you join me in a traditional oregonian sunshine dance... because i totally will... and you will have to do it in rufflebutts and a tutu... now just pack up your umbrella and rain gear and be prepared... enough doom and gloom... i plan to be golfing in my skort and tank top, so i've heard enough from you, mister! (don't worry, also packing my gear and several changes of socks and shoes so as not to be responsible for any deluges). ;)


peace threw disc golf,
emmarose

sorry dawgess. not trying to burst the bubble, just trying to be prepared for a change. 4 rounds in 2 days at Milo is seriously pushing my physical capability since I havent played 4 rounds in 2 days ever. I just want to limit fatigue in any way possible. After all I am an old guy. Tutu's and Rufflebutts would be a welcome change from some of the outfits I normally see out there.

[Magilla]

What's the brand on the Costco set? I could get my neighbors who go there to pick me up one. I get them to get me those bundles of 36 microfiber towels there for about $15.00.

My set now would be great for on a crabber in the Gulf of Alaska, but sucks for disc golf.

That would be "Kirkland" brand. Comes in a variety of colors for the Jacket (2 Tone) with Black pants.

:cheers:

[Ol' Bob]

Much thanks. I'm putting in my order and will trust the neighbor not to buy pink.

[Uhlman]

Much thanks. I'm putting in my order and will trust the neighbor not to buy pink.

Now there’s a visual :biggrin2:

[erp]

Did you finally charm the neighbor from he(doubletoothpicks) into hukking with you?

Good work!

Much thanks. I'm putting in my order and will trust the neighbor not to buy pink.

[Ol' Bob]

Did you finally charm the neighbor from he(doubletoothpicks) into hukking with you?

Good work!

Not that neighbor. That one still eludes arrest, and/or commitment in a home for the criminally insane.

[smobro]

Moderators, please consider this thread completely done. It has been hijacked by folks so bored and with the most incidious of intentions that there is no hope of any future value here to me. It was good while it lasted.

Thanks,

Smo:biggrin2:

[Ol' Bob]

Ve vill haf ordere!

[Eric Olson]

the best jacket i've ever had was my marmot precip (as mentioned by someone earlier in this thread) I just put one of those up for sale (http://www.nwdiscgolfnews.com/forum/showthread.php?t=4575) in the B/S/T forum that is practically brand new.

[smobro]

Ve vill haf ordere!

no fair hijacking my thread in a foreign language either Bob. I am gonna have to get up there and test out my new $400 rain jacket (JK) on that crazy SW Washington rain of yours.

I ended up with a Patagonia Jacket that I didn't even have to wear this weekend until right after my last putt of the weekend.

[emmarose]

I ended up with a Patagonia Jacket that I didn't even have to wear this weekend until right after my last putt of the weekend.

... and even then the rain gear was kind of over kill...

[smobro]

... and even then the rain gear was kind of over kill...

Hey rufflebutt why you gotta be dat way?:rockon: It was great to meet you out there. way to throw down! I want to be just like you when I grow up.

[emmarose]

Hey rufflebutt why you gotta be dat way?:rockon: It was great to meet you out there. way to throw down! I want to be just like you when I grow up.

i's just sayin' man... i mean, i know you gotta wear 'cause it's new and all, but it wasn't really necessary...

... also, great to meet you as well... i'm happy to finally be a role model for somebody!

peace,
em

[smobro]

i's just sayin' man... i mean, i know you gotta wear 'cause it's new and all, but it wasn't really necessary...

... also, great to meet you as well... i'm happy to finally be a role model for somebody!

peace,
em

Yeah but did you see how totally rad it was?

Peace out,
Smo

[emmarose]

Yeah but did you see how totally rad it was?

Peace out,
Smo

not gonna lie... i was a little jealous... maybe i can trade you a pair of rufflebutts? i've got some nice lime green ones... ;)

peace,
em

[Leftybagger]

I use an Arc'teryx Beta AR. $400 or so... I live in AK so it is probably more useful here since SE AK get three times as much rain as Oregon does ( at least the 17 years I lived there! ).