What to look for when choosing quality products
When choosing clothes for hunting and fishing, you need to pay attention to the following characteristics:
- Material. The suit must withstand all weather conditions, be it snow, heavy rain or strong wind (the top is usually made of polyester fabrics - oxford, taffett, and the inner side is natural). Manufacturers try to impregnate fabrics with special impregnations or spray them with polyurethane. After spraying or impregnation, it becomes more difficult for the material to cope with the assigned functions (moisture removal, heat preservation), static electricity can accumulate. Synthetic fabrics often rustle, so the solution is a membrane (multilayer material that provides sweat wicking, protection from water and wind).
- Insulation. Previously, batting or sheepskin (heavy material) were used, today a synthetic winterizer (a cheap filler, but adds volume to products) or new insulation - holofiber, holofan, thinsulate (more modern, retaining heat and performing a water-repellent function, but expensive). The material for clothing for the transitional seasons is complemented by fleece lining.
- Completeness. In the cold, the best solution would be a semi-overalls with a jacket. Additional accessories - hats, gloves, hood.
- Additional details (tightening elements, hood, pockets), which increases the functionality of the garment, and therefore the cost.
A large selection of materials, different equipment, the presence of additional elements and different prices allow everyone to find the best suits for hunting and fishing in accordance with their preferences.
The best membrane suits for winter fishing
The main advantage of membrane suits is their thinness and lightness with an increased ability to retain the heat of the human body for a long time. Such clothes cost a little more than the usual suits, but they last longer and allow the fisherman to move actively without hesitation.
CHS Rescue hs9302
Durable, non-rustling material allows you to use clothing for winter hunting and fishing. The suit has taped seams, so it can keep the fisherman warm at temperatures down to -45 ° C. The set includes special inserts for the knees and seat, which protect a person from hypothermia. The hood, sleeves and semi-overalls have snow-protective cuffs that protect against snow and moisture.
Dignity
- Ease;
- Does not hinder movement;
- The presence of rubber bands;
- High heat capacity.
disadvantages
- Overcharge;
- Lack of large zippered pockets with protection.
The membrane material can be washed in a washing machine, but it is not recommended to use ordinary powder, since it clogs the membranes and degrades the quality of the material. To clean the fabric, you need to purchase special products.
Best Travel Backpacks
Yukon ice
Classic model for fishing in winter, complete with semi-overalls, insulated jacket and fleece jacket with a zipper. Clothing protects a person from getting wet and frost down to -30 ° C. The jacket has a deep hood and a high collar, which retains most of the heat. Yukon Ice is comfortable to move around, large zippered pockets allow you to carry everything you need with you.
Dignity
- Quality material;
- Good fittings;
- Withstands very low temperatures;
- Not rustling.
disadvantages
There is no additional lining.
It is important to choose the right footwear for fishing winter clothes. The best fit are special rubberized warm boots, boots, which will increase the heat capacity of the set.
Huntsman Siberia
Popular membrane fishing suit, includes a fleece jacket, bib and main jacket. For the manufacture of Huntsman Siberia, the latest technology of membrane insulation is used, which allows the model to retain heat even at a temperature of -40 ° C. There are waterproof zippers, clothes can be adjusted to size thanks to the regulators on the straps of the half-overalls, sleeves, trousers. The cost of the model is about 10,000 rubles.
Dignity
- Ergonomic fit;
- Light;
- Differs in a long service life.
disadvantages
- Lack of large zippered pockets with protection;
- No reflective inserts.
How to choose?
Before buying, you need to carefully select models that will not only be effective, but also durable. For the correct purchase, it is worth adhering to several selection criteria.
Material
When examining a potential purchase, pay attention to the material of manufacture, because there are some types of fabrics that have water-repellent or heat-retaining properties. Naturally, the presence of such advantages makes the clothes better.
Equipment
This point is more about costumes, since they consist of several pieces of clothing. Some people may prefer models that are not included in trousers, but in semi-overalls.
Mode of application. You must understand why you need such clothes, what the desired characteristics it should have. Sometimes buyers buy the wrong product just because they looked at it externally and did not think about the purpose.
In the next video, you will find an overview of the Ursus Gerkon Protector suit.
Top models of foreign companies
Winter suits are produced by almost all leading companies specializing in the manufacture of fishing equipment.
The rating is topped by the Latvian company Norfin.
Norfin Extreme suits are recognized as one of the best in this segment. They provide comfortable fishing down to air temperatures of -32º C. There are large sizes in the Norfin line (68–70).
Extreme clothing is made of modern multi-layer NORTEX Breathable fabric with improved breathability. Lightweight and very soft Thermo Guard filler made of high-tech synthetic fibers does not hinder movement, perfectly retains heat, and dries quickly.
The high waist of the overalls and the extended back of the jacket protect the fisherman's lower back from wind and cold. Special inserts in the corresponding areas make it comfortable to fish in a kneeling position or sitting on the ice.
There are large sizes in the Norfin line (68–70).
Norfin suits are a combination of warmth, comfort and original design
For temperatures of -40º C, the company produces suits Norfin Polar and Norfin Titan with natural down insulation.
The costumes Norfin Lady, Norfin Women KVINNA and Norfin Snowflake are specially designed for women. In addition to the traditional set of performance characteristics (wind and water resistance, protection from snow, frost resistance), the clothes have a stylish design and bright colors.
The competition to the Latvian manufacturer is made by Japanese companies that produce winter fishing suits under their own brands:
1.Daiwa is a wide range of mens and womens insulated clothing.
Daiwa suits work well in the Russian winter
The proprietary development of the company - the inner two-layer membrane Rain Max - allows the angler to feel comfortable in frosts down to -30º. The material almost completely retains the heat generated by the human body. High vapor permeability (4000 g / m2 per day) will not allow the angler to sweat when actively moving on the snow or working with an ice screw.
Waterproof suits for fishing
Daiva's costumes differ from similar clothing in their low weight.
2.Shimano Corporation in production suits for winter fishing is based on the principle of layering.
The popular Shimano Nexus and Shimano XEFO series are made from breathable DryShield fabric.The company's own development is an improved analogue of the GORE-TEX membrane material.
An additional layer of BREATH HYPER + ° C regulates the internal temperature, creating a "thermos effect": some of the heat generated by a person is reflected from the material and returned back to the body.
Shimano's layered suit is considered one of the warmest among fishermen
Shimano's fishing suits are distinguished by well-thought-out functionality: a wind- and snow-protective skirt, many pockets (including insulated ones for warming hands), a hood adjustable in length. Some models are equipped with a lifejacket buckle.
The Nexus series includes the anatomically cut women's Nexus Radstep models.
3. Gamakatsu is one of the first companies to conquer the Russian market.
Winter thermal suits Gamakatsu made of breathable material Nylon Taslon Gamakatsu are designed for temperatures up to -30º. Fleece lining provides added comfort and warmth. For complete thermal insulation, an additional light jacket is fastened under the outer thermal jacket, which can be used as an independent clothing in warm weather.
4. Suits of the Alaskan brand are made for severe frosts.
Models Russian Mission, Alaskan Polar +, Alaskan New Polar are made of innovative AERO-TEX membrane material with improved performance characteristics. Alaskan equipment manufacturers guarantee full protection from any weather whims: wind, snow, rain.
Japanese Alaskan suits stand the test of severe frost
Synthetic Down is a warm and almost weightless filler with enhanced thermal insulation properties.
Specially taped seams, double cuffs, extended back and front provide additional protection from the snow. The self-resetting system on semi-overalls allows you to take off your trousers without taking off your shoes.
The world's leading manufacturers do not lose their positions in the ice fishing clothing market.
RAPALA (Finland), IMAX (Denmark), Graff (Poland) and many others produce noiseless wind and snowproof breathable suits that can easily withstand frosts from 15 to 40º C.
Peculiarities
Among the features of Ursus workwear, there are a number of positive characteristics.
Fame. The products of this manufacturer are popular in Russia, due to which a high level of customer feedback is possible.
With its help, the company takes into account the opinion of its customers, which makes it possible to make clothes more comfortable and of high quality.
Flexible pricing policy. This item is very useful for large buyers.
Most of the clothing models can be purchased in bulk, which is beneficial for both the manufacturer and the consumer.
Development. The company is open to active cooperation and tries to distribute its products as actively as possible, while increasing the quality and quantity of the assortment.
Informativeness. When you buy a product, you will receive information on how to properly use your clothes so that they serve you as long as possible.
An experience. Ursus supplies goods to a large number of large Russian enterprises, thanks to which the manufacturer has extensive experience in tailoring specialized clothing for various types of industries.
A large assortment. You can buy Ursus clothes for both work and household needs.
Winter clothes for fishing
Winter fishing is very popular in our vast expanses, because climatic conditions very well contribute to this hobby. As if on schedule at the end of autumn, nature is gradually beginning to freeze reservoirs with ice, and the most impatient anglers rush to the first ice, trying not to miss this magnificent time.
Fishing equipment
But you need to be aware that winter fishing is far from the most comfortable hobby, and you need to prepare for it thoroughly so that fishing does not become for you just a search for a warm place.In addition to winter gear, in my opinion, winter clothes for fishing are in the first place, the final result will depend on how warm and comfortable you will be on the ice.
But on the contrary, the question immediately arises: what should be winter clothing so that it meets all the criteria of modern winter fishing?
A beginner fishing can be given away by his clothes, very often anglers put on a lot of warm clothes, thereby overheating the body, and after sweating, they begin to unbutton, take off their hats and subsequently catch cold. To prevent this from happening, you should adhere to the following system, choosing clothes for winter fishing.
Clothing quality
In common people, this system is called the "principle of cabbage", its essence is not in the number of clothes to wear for fishing, but how much the clothes are correctly selected and how high-quality they are. The right winter fishing clothes are the optimal consistency, taking into account the material and fabric used in their manufacture.
The very first layer, should be represented by thermal underwear, it is worn on the naked body. The material of thermal underwear can be different, starting from polyester and ending with natural wool, it all depends on how active fishing will be. The task of the first layer is to protect a person as much as possible from moisture getting on the body, the less moisture, the longer the heat remains.
The next layer is insulating, it is selected based on the characteristics of your body, because everyone tolerates the cold in different ways. The material from which it is made must be fleece with microfiber elements. Such material perfectly heats and removes excess moisture without absorbing it.
Well, the last layer is a protective one, its function is to protect that strong wind and possible precipitation. This layer should maintain natural ventilation and be spacious enough so that fishing is not constrained.
Choice of clothes
The market for modern clothing for winter fishing is very large and meets all the needs of even the most demanding buyers, but it should be remembered that any winter clothing for fishing is selected individually and most likely it will not work to present it as a gift.
From the entire assortment, I would like to highlight two suits that meet all the requirements that are so necessary for winter fishing:
The Alaskan suit is a set of jacket and overalls, made of high-tech material. Very lightweight, durable and, most importantly, that it does not allow moisture to pass through and is not blown by the wind. In such a suit, you will feel comfortable at temperatures up to 40 degrees.
Suit - SeaFox float. This suit combines not only high-quality clothing, but also a life-saving and safety device
The set of these clothes has passed international certification and can keep its wearer for half an hour on the surface of the water, which is undoubtedly important in a situation when a fisherman has fallen under the ice. In addition, this magical costume, when it gets into the water, turns the angler face up on its own, thereby preventing stressful minutes from swallowing water for the first time.
Of course, such branded clothing is not cheap, and at first it will not be available to everyone, but it should be remembered that health and life are much more expensive and are given to us once. Remember this and at least follow the above recommendations when choosing clothes, and then winter fishing will become a pleasant pastime for you.