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pikemen
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Float suites
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Jan 13, 2019, 05:50 PM »
What are some of the best float suits. Would like to get one . Thanks
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hardwater diehard
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Re: Float suites
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Jan 13, 2019, 06:05 PM »
Pick your make and model and use the search function plenty of past reviews . Striker Ice ...Eskimo...Clam...Fra
bill all have offerings
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capt.crappie
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Re: Float suites
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Jan 13, 2019, 06:33 PM »
They sell I.D.I artic armor ones locally here in pa. At fleece corner.com
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TickleStick
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Re: Float suites
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Jan 13, 2019, 07:14 PM »
I picked up the striker predator this year and really like it.
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jchunter
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Posts: 496
Re: Float suites
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Jan 13, 2019, 07:18 PM »
I like my Striker Hardwater suit. Predator suit is another good option from them if you want a little less insulation for run and gun.
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Thearcher1340
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Posts: 401
Re: Float suites
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Jan 13, 2019, 07:24 PM »
Me n the boys have Striker Ice Climate suits n love em, there’s 5 of us
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pikemen
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Re: Float suites
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Reply #6 on:
Jan 13, 2019, 07:50 PM »
Thanks for the info. Gives me some placese to start my search.
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Chris338378
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Re: Float suites
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Jan 13, 2019, 09:26 PM »
I have the Striker Hardwater bibs and Predator coat. The reason I went with the Hardwater bibs is I wanted the heavier duty material and I went with the coat because the bibs come up so high that they add an extra layer on my chest and back. I think if I went with the Hardwater coat it would've been too warm and if I get cold in the Predator coat, which I haven't so far and I've been out in nonstop blowing winds at -2 degrees and was warm, I could just put on a sweat shirt.
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hardwater diehard
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Re: Float suites
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Jan 14, 2019, 06:04 AM »
Some videos of offerings ...just note the grams of insulation on each make/model ..less then a 100g would be more of a fall/spring/early/late ice suit
MARK 2:44
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Monticatgeek
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Re: Float suites
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Jan 14, 2019, 02:01 PM »
Just a heads up the Ice Armor by Clam Lift Suit is Discontinued and was replaced by the Ascent Suit. also new this year From Clam is the Rise Float Suit. there is a promo running until the end of this month where if you buy a Ascent or Rise Suit you get a free (19.95 shipping fee) pair of the new Sub Zero X boots($180.00 value). Suit purchase must be from a retailer and not a online order as online orders do not qualify for the promo. I can attest that the boots are nice. I personally have the Ascent suit and love it and a pair of the boots too.
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pikemen
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Re: Float suites
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Reply #10 on:
Jan 14, 2019, 08:17 PM »
This is a great help. Thanks for all the info.
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TickleStick
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Re: Float suites
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Reply #11 on:
Jan 14, 2019, 10:27 PM »
I wear a pair of sweats under my predator bibs and my legs feel like they are on fire LOL, 8 degrees today and the only thing that was cold was my finger tips...
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Mancaveburnett
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Re: Float suites
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Reply #12 on:
Jan 15, 2019, 10:15 AM »
Striker Predator
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bean counter
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Re: Float suites
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Reply #13 on:
Jan 15, 2019, 10:25 AM »
LOVE my Striker Hardwater!!!!
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FG Steve
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Re: Float suites
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Jan 15, 2019, 10:36 AM »
My wife's Striker suit has been great.
The OP made me think of those floating tents you see advertised sometimes:
https://outdoorchimp.com/products/dama-floating-inflatable-tent-detachable-orange4-6-people-yoga-mat-water-tent?gclid=Cj0KCQiApvbhBRDXARIsALnNoK3iq0kO_tqtMuKxT1qDpMuAx8mQWB-bjAx5IWhZ7BHumo2MdLIxWUgaAl5bEALw_wcB
A floating suite!
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swnoel
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Posts: 275
Re: Float suites
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Jan 15, 2019, 10:41 AM »
Bought my Clam Ascent combo and am very happy. Waiting for the boots now! I decided against the Striker because I found the Clam for less... either one as far as I'm concerned. one thing I found is how hard it was to find any available in the XL size.
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dunnhuntin
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Posts: 81
Re: Float suites
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Jan 15, 2019, 12:27 PM »
I've been really happy with my mustang survival suit. They're really popular around here.
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wildlifer100
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Posts: 77
Re: Float suites
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Reply #17 on:
Jan 15, 2019, 08:27 PM »
Stryker all day long. Warmer then anything I have ever worn
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jimhaney08
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Re: Float suites
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Jan 16, 2019, 08:27 AM »
I found the Eskimo Lockout float suit last summer on a big sale, and I like it a lot. It's the same as the Eskimo suit shown in the bottom video posted by HardwaterDiehard.
Lots of pockets, nice and warm, and the adjustable pant length is nice. I also like that it's not too bulky. I've worn it open water bass fishing twice now, and I never really noticed it restricting my movement while casting. Very happy with it.
I can't say how it compares warmth wise to the other brands, but my initial research said it wasn't
too hot
, which is a worry for me since I'm often fishing in the 20s and 30s here in Pennsylvania. I've worn it in temps from the teens to the forties and it's been great. Just dress appropriately underneath.
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trundog
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Re: Float suites
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Reply #19 on:
Jan 16, 2019, 09:15 AM »
Very happy with my Striker Hardwater bibs and Predator coat...top notch outfit
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