203 0 Posted January 21, 2012 Share Posted January 21, 2012 Has any of you lot had any experience with the GUL or ROOSTER sailing overalls? I know they wont be as good as the likes of Helly Hansen etc, But im sick of having wet clothes after sailing because the overalls I use arnt water proof. OR do you know of any other gear that is under 200? Any knowledge is very help full Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Posted January 21, 2012 Share Posted January 21, 2012 Thr Rooster guy lives just down the road from you, I can out you in touch. Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Posted January 21, 2012 Share Posted January 21, 2012 hay rooster is algood ive had my set for about 3 yrs and they are still going strong and iv only washed them a hand full of times and the guys really good to deal with Link to post Share on other sites
johnMi 2 Posted January 21, 2012 Share Posted January 21, 2012 6 months ago burnsco had leggings on sale for $70 Link to post Share on other sites
wheels 543 Posted January 21, 2012 Share Posted January 21, 2012 I am also pretty sure Burnsco's Gill G2 leggings retail around that $200 mark. Link to post Share on other sites
Jon 360 Posted January 21, 2012 Share Posted January 21, 2012 If any retailers or makers of gear have the balls to have there gear tested and evaluated they can supply use with gear for the Round New Zealand race We will test it and will also be honest about what it's like But will any step up ? Link to post Share on other sites
203 0 Posted January 21, 2012 Author Share Posted January 21, 2012 Thanks for that guys, I know the guy that sells rooster gear fairly well,So gonna go have a look later this week, Going for a look today at burnsco etc.. Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Posted January 21, 2012 Share Posted January 21, 2012 warehouse does a set for $20 odd dollars, use the pants with a few wraps of insulation tape below the knees and you'll find them as good as the original Line7 stuff Link to post Share on other sites
Tim C 23 Posted January 21, 2012 Share Posted January 21, 2012 I'd have to say the breathable wet weather gear, especially the cheap stuff, is the biggest crock we've been sold for years. It breaths in and out in just a few months, which means you get wet. I refuse to spend a thousand dollars on a rain coat and leggings. So who is actually happy with their wet weather gear? As in can go sailing on a rough day, and has not been sitting in a puddle and is dry underneath??? Oh, and didn't pay a fortune for it! Link to post Share on other sites
Megwyn 2 Posted January 21, 2012 Share Posted January 21, 2012 I bought some waterproof breathable trousers from the feild-days a few years back. They are Line 7. The need regular 'washing' in cold water to remove the salt build up on them, but they are still mostly dry. i.e. it may get a bit damp occasionally. I have been lifted off the rail and washed 20cm down the rail and still remained dry inside - just a couple of months ago. I am very happy with them. My problem is finding a good jacket. Bought one off trademe and the zipper broke the second time I was out. It is a good dry jacket, except for I have to fix it shut under my lifejacket now. Just bought an overall with jacket - olympic I think, for dingy sailing. Yet to test it out . . . Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Crafty 1 Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 Forget all the Hype, cost, and spin on marine wet weather gear. Go to mountain designs store, when the sales are on, and check out the water proof gear there. It's great quality, better construction, and has better features without all the price and Hype. The marine industry spin their products as "marine" just for extra margin.... and there are suckers born every day. Standing/walking in a down pour is the same weather on land or on a mountain. and when you mention you own a boat, remeber what BOAT stands for.... Bring Out Another Thousand! Link to post Share on other sites
203 0 Posted January 23, 2012 Author Share Posted January 23, 2012 Ok, Just brought a pair of the GUL Vigo Coastal Trousers. http://www.nzsailing.net/gul-mens-vigo-coastal-trousers-xidp337863.html Their very comfy and they have hand warmers Will tell you what they are like after Auckland Anniversary regatta Link to post Share on other sites
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