Author Topic: Striker ice suit water proofing (Read 2479 times)

SALMONEMIA · « **on:** Mar 06, 2019, 07:35 PM »

Has anyone used camp dry or something like it on the jacket? Was gonna try it out because when it rains it gets damp fast. Wondering if itll be an issue? Has anyone sprayed theirs?

Gills-only · « **Reply #1 on:** Mar 06, 2019, 08:45 PM »

I have fished in the rain and never got wet, it’s waterproof, unless u wash it weekly. Only wash at end of year here

Dipstick · « **Reply #2 on:** Mar 07, 2019, 08:00 AM »

Camp dry worked great on my suit. I mainly treated the pants because I was getting damp knees when kneeling down.

PoolGuy · « **Reply #3 on:** Mar 07, 2019, 08:33 AM »

Quote from: SALMONEMIA on Mar 06, 2019, 07:35 PM

Has anyone used camp dry or something like it on the jacket? Was gonna try it out because when it rains it gets damp fast. Wondering if itll be an issue? Has anyone sprayed theirs?

Been using it for yrs on tents and work coats..

PikeKing23 · « **Reply #4 on:** Mar 11, 2019, 10:19 AM »

I just bought a Hardwater this season. That damn thing better be waterproof! Are you guys saying that a $230 ice fishing jacket doesn't keep you dry in the rain?

Roccus · « **Reply #5 on:** Mar 11, 2019, 10:51 AM »

Quote from: PikeKing23 on Mar 11, 2019, 10:19 AM

I just bought a Hardwater this season. That damn thing better be waterproof! Are you guys saying that a $230 ice fishing jacket doesn't keep you dry in the rain?

Mine does. .

NateD · « **Reply #6 on:** Mar 11, 2019, 12:00 PM »

My Climate suit is waterproof, just yesterday I fished during a 6-8 inch snow storm (wet snow) and stayed totally dry all day. I've used the shell of the jacket for fall striper fishing in the rain too.

SHaRPS · « **Reply #7 on:** Mar 11, 2019, 02:03 PM »

No issues with my jacket or bibs getting soaked. The only time it gets soaked is while kneeling at the hole in a puddle of water.

Gills-only · « **Reply #8 on:** Mar 11, 2019, 02:05 PM »

I fish on knees most of time, in slush and rain ect, never had wet knees !!

hardwater diehard · « **Reply #9 on:** Mar 11, 2019, 02:32 PM »

CWlake · « **Reply #10 on:** Mar 11, 2019, 02:32 PM »

I was with two guys that had on striker, hardwater on sat. rainstorm. Both guys started getting damp after an hour. they both plan on calling the company. both suits only 2 or 3 yrs. old.

SALMONEMIA · « **Reply #11 on:** Mar 12, 2019, 05:03 AM »

I know they get damp they are not rain jackets. Appreciate the info. Was looking to find out what people have used and what works. Real world results. Ill be using something and will report back. Thanks

NateD · « **Reply #12 on:** Mar 12, 2019, 09:01 AM »

Quote from: SALMONEMIA on Mar 12, 2019, 05:03 AM

I know they get damp they are not rain jackets. Appreciate the info. Was looking to find out what people have used and what works. Real world results. Ill be using something and will report back. Thanks

It should be waterproof, if mine wasn't I'd send it back.

PikeKing23 · « **Reply #13 on:** Mar 12, 2019, 10:03 AM »

They do advertise as waterproof.

SALMONEMIA · « **Reply #14 on:** Mar 12, 2019, 05:53 PM »

Sorry for all the confusion i wouldnt say they are 100 percent water proof but water resistant. Eventually over time that water proofing protection wears off. Was wondering if anyone has used an aftermarket spray to rejuvinte it if you will. I plan on doing so was just looking to see what people are using if anything. Ill be using atsko extreme waterguard. Ill report results but might be a while. It has served me well in other applications. Ill take a chance and give it a try. It worked wonders on my smitty sled cover.

Roccus · « **Reply #15 on:** Mar 12, 2019, 05:59 PM »

Quote from: SALMONEMIA on Mar 12, 2019, 05:53 PM

Sorry for all the confusion i wouldnt say they are 100 percent water proof but water resistant. Eventually over time that water proofing protection wears off. Was wondering if anyone has used an aftermarket spray to rejuvinte it if you will. I plan on doing so was just looking to see what people are using if anything. Ill be using atsko extreme waterguard. Ill report results but might be a while. It has served me well in other applications. Ill take a chance and give it a try. It worked wonders on my smitty sled cover.

Wane Nancy said she sprays mine with Scorch gaurd at the end of each season when I finally submit it for cleaning

OldCaveman · « **Reply #16 on:** Mar 12, 2019, 06:55 PM »

I use a product called Nik wax that I buy at eastern mountain sports. It is by far the best waterproofing for clothing that have ever used. It comes in two versions that I have used, one is a spray and the other is a 2 part that you wash the coat twice. I have used it for years on my golf jackets and have always been happy.