Author Topic: Artic armour vs striker ice suits ? (Read 10019 times)

NYJigger72 · « **on:** Feb 10, 2013, 08:49 AM »

Looking too purchase a new ice suit with floatation capability. Looking for feedback

Thanks

fishmaster13184 · « **Reply #1 on:** Feb 10, 2013, 08:51 AM »

I have arctic armor and love it I'm sure striker is as good I'd say find the best deal and you'll be happy

frostbittin · « **Reply #2 on:** Feb 10, 2013, 11:42 AM »

Mustang has a new floatation line, the catalyst. I was considering finding a store that carries them to go try them on (i think the rating on time it will float you for is alot higher on the mustang gear).

SchrnLker · « **Reply #3 on:** Feb 10, 2013, 12:55 PM »

I bought my arctic armor suit this season. Will keep you warm, that's for sure, and lots of pockets. The only negative I've found so far they don't breath at all, maybe that's common on these flotation suits. I get real clammy not matter how cold it is.

frostbittin · « **Reply #4 on:** Feb 10, 2013, 05:48 PM »

The new mustang is touted as the only breathable floatation outfit on the market that breathes, plus it does have pit zips for vents too. Gonna see if west marine stocks them so i can go try them on.

coolhand_luke · « **Reply #5 on:** Feb 10, 2013, 06:02 PM »

I give my vote to Striker. Just got mine this season, designed for ice fisherman by ice fisherman, In my opinion the best value for the money and the guys at Striker are awesome if you have any questions or need any assistance. Nothing will help keep you warm or prevent hypothermia a once your wet, so flotation is the main concern. They say you have about 15 minutes. . . .

zackblain · « **Reply #6 on:** Feb 10, 2013, 06:08 PM »

I think mustang is the only suit thats uscg approved

mr.clean · « **Reply #7 on:** Feb 11, 2013, 02:25 AM »

I bought the red/black Arctic Armor from Fish 307 in Lake George back in 2008. I agree with SchrnLker the suit could breathe better . I think the Mustang and Stearn's suits are both USCG approved and rated. Other brands may not want to spend the money to get this approval. Also I believe most Mustang suit are one piece coveralls , maybe this is also why others are not coast guard approved for floatation. What ever you decide to buy see if you can find a dealer near you and try the suit on as sizing ruins different on each makers suit.
If you check the Dressing for ice fishing community there are numerous threads on this topic.

Steve

frostbittin · « **Reply #8 on:** Feb 11, 2013, 05:06 AM »

The mustang catalyst suit is 2 pc, and doesn't provide hypothermia protection, but will float you for something like 24 hrs which is important if you are unable to get on top of the ice right away.

Minnowhead · « **Reply #9 on:** Feb 11, 2013, 05:14 AM »

I have no complaints at all with my Arctic Armor.

jiggin617 · « **Reply #10 on:** Feb 11, 2013, 07:37 PM »

I have the Article Armor suit and very satisfied. Plenty warm with ample pocket space.

cousin eddie · « **Reply #11 on:** Feb 13, 2013, 08:45 AM »

Quote from: SchrnLker on Feb 10, 2013, 12:55 PM

The only negative I've found so far they don't breath at all, maybe that's common on these flotation suits. I get real clammy not matter how cold it is.

The striker suits breathe well. They have pit zips and 3-way leg zips to adjust for venting in the legs. True zip-to-the-hip leg zips, too, so you can slip them on over any size boot. They easily go on over my Inferno's when other bibs I have can't.

jjc155 · « **Reply #12 on:** Mar 06, 2013, 08:34 AM »

I have had the AA suit for 6 seasons and it has been good to me. but it looks like over that time quality may have gone down. Looks like Striker looked at the AA suits and fixed the flaws.

When my AA gives up the ghost, I'm going with Striker.

J-

wipike · « **Reply #13 on:** Mar 06, 2013, 10:24 PM »

Striker for me. I walk everywhere, pulling the sled/auger up and over to 4 miles each time, venting is KEY! All float suit coats should have pit zips - no excuses. Adjust-ability on the bibs is fantastic, the velcro hems - again - should be on every pair of bibs on the market. Best system I've seen yet for inseam adjustment.

It's a great suit, worth every penny I paid for it.

frldyz · « **Reply #14 on:** Mar 07, 2013, 05:10 AM »

Mustang catalyst suit:
Damn $350 on ebay for jacket!

Do they have bibs as well...? I didn't see any.

Also how many grams of thinsulate are there?

carcus1 · « **Reply #15 on:** Mar 16, 2013, 05:31 AM »

I am in my 3rd season with my AA, I like it, other than it does not breath, my dad has the new striker climate, very nice, more bulk and a wierd fit, XLjacket is huge, except tight in around the hips and my waist is a 34" very difficult to get the zipper started because of this. My dad bought an XL and had to get the 2XL, he's selling the XL

carcus1 · « **Reply #16 on:** Apr 12, 2013, 05:57 AM »

Quote from: carcus1 on Mar 16, 2013, 05:31 AM

I am in my 3rd season with my AA, I like it, other than it does not breath, my dad has the new striker climate, very nice, more bulk and a wierd fit, XLjacket is huge, except tight in around the hips and my waist is a 34" very difficult to get the zipper started because of this. My dad bought an XL and had to get the 2XL, he's selling the XL

Well I am not liking my AA suit so much anymore, crotch split pretty much from back to front, done! I think I will replace it with cabela's guide wear, its seems anything that is made for icefishing is garbage, look at all the augers now, all junk, that's why I bought a tanaka post hole auger!

NYSporty · « **Reply #17 on:** Apr 12, 2013, 07:42 AM »

Striker! I bought the climate suit it is awesome the only time I set up the shelter this year was when people with me started to complain they were cold

I just took the liners out and have been wearing it while trolling, when it warms up in the day I just open the vents. If you do allot outside in the spring and fall you will love the climate suit.

lake snake · « **Reply #18 on:** Jul 23, 2013, 11:57 PM »

Quote from: frldyz on Mar 07, 2013, 05:10 AM

Mustang catalyst suit:
Damn $350 on ebay for jacket!

Do they have bibs as well...? I didn't see any.

Also how many grams of thinsulate are there?

Scroll down for the bibs.
http://www.landfallnavigation.com/catalyst.html

Clear_Ice · « **Reply #19 on:** Jul 24, 2013, 03:56 PM »

Quote from: carcus1 on Apr 12, 2013, 05:57 AM

Well I am not liking my AA suit so much anymore, crotch split pretty much from back to front, done! I think I will replace it with cabela's guide wear, its seems anything that is made for icefishing is garbage, look at all the augers now, all junk, that's why I bought a tanaka post hole auger!

How well does that work? I'm mildly skeptical.. How well will it cut through ice?

Here's a link for everyone else: http://www.tanaka-usa.com/main-navigation/products?d=338&p=932

P.S. Sorry to change the topic, but i am extremely curious about this Tanaka

bart · « **Reply #20 on:** Jul 24, 2013, 05:47 PM »

I've had my Arctic Armor for 3-4 years now. I love it, definitely warm. Only wish it had a pocket on the inside of the bibs to hold a bait puck.

OT: I have a 8" Nils power auger(Tanaka), it was the first time using it this past season, no problems or complains so far.

filetandrelease · « **Reply #21 on:** Aug 05, 2013, 09:37 PM »

your right mustang is the only one Coast Guard approved ,a buddy of mine has one and said it was to hot and heavy,

bean counter · « **Reply #22 on:** Aug 06, 2013, 08:16 AM »

Striker for me! great suit, comfortable, warm, plenty of storage and floats really well (i tested). With these floating suits - MAKE SURE you wear the coat when you have the bibs on. Otherwise, if you go in, you'll be upside down pretty quick (legs will float, upper body won't)

filetandrelease · « **Reply #23 on:** Aug 06, 2013, 08:21 AM »

Quote from: bean counter on Aug 06, 2013, 08:16 AM

Striker for me! great suit, comfortable, warm, plenty of storage and floats really well (i tested). With these floating suits - MAKE SURE you wear the coat when you have the bibs on. Otherwise, if you go in, you'll be upside down pretty quick (legs will float, upper body won't)

just saw pics, of a guy that tested just the bibs and he was up right ,but that was warm water and he wasn't even kicking his feet , and saw jacket tested same results ,I'll see if my bud can foward this to me

bean counter · « **Reply #24 on:** Aug 06, 2013, 08:25 AM »

could be! i only tested with coat and bibs.

filetandrelease · « **Reply #25 on:** Aug 06, 2013, 08:42 AM »

Quote from: bean counter on Aug 06, 2013, 08:25 AM

could be! i only tested with coat and bibs.

maybe, but I would rather not have to test it thanks, wouldn't take much to freeze up this old skinny guy LOL

jumbo chaser · « **Reply #26 on:** Aug 30, 2013, 01:30 PM »

clam is coming out with a new floating suit also

dylan8351 · « **Reply #27 on:** Aug 30, 2013, 10:18 PM »

This is the new clam suit. Well worth the price!

http://catalog.clamoutdoors.com/index.php?level=picture&id=166

filetandrelease · « **Reply #28 on:** Aug 31, 2013, 05:55 AM »

it still looks like you by it small med or large or did I miss a page , that was the reason I didn't buy one before I take a large jacket and only and a med. bib

jumbo chaser · « **Reply #29 on:** Aug 31, 2013, 12:14 PM »

Red rock has some on sale just odd sizes left ya. Might check that out

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Author Topic: Artic armour vs striker ice suits ? (Read 10019 times)