My husband works construction and he goes through rain suits because they rip in the arms, will this suite last more than a couple of wears?
105358
I bought this rain suit for my son to wear when he went to the boundary waters to canoe. He wore it a couple of times there and has only used the jacket a few times after - so he hasn't really put it to the test like construction would. I would classify this as a medium weight suit. It isn't a cheap one that will rip right away, but it isn't the most heavy duty either. I honestly can't say that it would hold up to the construction test.
105359
It will not last 1 day from my experience. Some outdoors stores have a spray on water repellant for clothes. You could try that.
105360
Not sure about the top, but the bottoms blew out (inseam) in a matter of minutes on a fork lift. Like I said in my review, if you are just standing up and not stretching the pants, they should ok. The pants have a very weak seam. Any suit like this, the seams usually blow out in the pants. Go to FrogTogs and check them out, as that is what I eventually bought (motorcycle suit). A little pricy, but you get what you pay for.
105361
This rain suit is light duty, not good for construction. May I suggest Helly Hanson or something by Bass Pro Shops. Alaskan fishermen and harsh weather researchers I've known use Helly Hanson.
105362
Save your $$...I made it 3 hours before it started to rip along the seams..I would have been better off wearing a garbage bag
581029
I use the suit for Walking. I. does seem heavy enough that it would keep you dry when riding
1376448
Yes i would, had it for almost 2 years comfortable, lightweight and no defects so far. It os also perfect for keeping my stuff dey when the odd shower comes on, would not recommend to use the raincoat in heavy rain hough.
400696
The material is a very heavy nylon outer shell, and I would say that they would protect against any "road rash". I've found the pants to be very dry during my winter rides, and very warm. I have only ridden in 2 heavy rains since owning them, and both times, I only had some small wet areas around my knees...... Other than that, for the price, these have been excellent pants, and a great addition to my gear. I am anxious to see during the summer months how they work with the zip out lining removed, and if they will be to hot to use??
2269983
I purchased the Frabill (gray) suit. It is quite warm until the rain eventually soaks through.
1928864
Yes, I've been in the rain with it many times and have had no issues. I have also been in 98+ degree heat with a heat index of 108 sweating profusely without adverse effects.
600061
This is a pretty expensive suit to be running around on dinghies. Though it is strudy (not fragile), I could see you catching it on sharp items. You could probably buy 50 - 100 throw away rain suits for the price of this drysuit. Otherwise, the drysuit should do the job. I'd just be nervous catching it on something. Good luck.
111835
We use the suits for construction, but, I think that if you order a large enough size and do not have multiple layers of sweaters and coats on ----- this should be usefull.
1760947
I walked around San Francisco Marina on new years and they held up quite well. I've also worn them multiple days afterwards. I'd say you'd be good for 3 days of to and from use in Vegas!
819771
I think you should be fine. I have four pair that go from office to trail sixteen hours a day and after a year have held up great. If the carpet is that bad then you might have to go heavier than a 7oz material
1323840
I'd go with Water resistant. I've been on a couple of rides of 1-2 hours in the rain (light to moderate rains), and my gear has been dry afterwards, but these were not heavy rains.I'd still probably bag everything if I was going to be in hours long heavy rain.
643737
Ours gets worn daily and we have had no problems with seams tearing or anything falling off.
1486451
No, this suit is not durable. My son weighed 380 lbs. and it tore right after he put it on and started walking. The sauna suit does work, because I had one myself from Wal-Mart. It did tare, but it does work.
1496389
It is ok for short times in rain. I ride a motorcycle with it and it soaks through pretty quick in moderate rain. I.m not super impressed with the jacket overall.
2034930
I believe they would last until the elasticity in the band becomes too weak to apply enough pressure. I have not had any wear out yet.
1476575
Joe, maybe in the light rain. I used mine about 6 times working out. Said they were sweat resistant....whatever that means. They shorted out and they were kind enough to offer to replace them once, but with wanting something to workout in I spent the extra money on a brand that was made to workout in. If its just rain and not a lot and you don't sweat a lot you should be OK. If you do, then I would get a better pair. You really do get what you pay for in BT headsets.
141849
I would say yes. I didn't try it yet under heavy rain, but the fabric seems to be water resistant. However, the zippers might play a big role in this, by keeping it watertight.