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Post by Pete D. on Oct 29, 2017 19:34:54 GMT -5
Hey guys its getting close to that time!! The cold has been treating me worse and worse and its time to pony up and get some real ice gear.
I was looking at the striker ice line. Some of those suits are INTENSE and we would NEVER need them here in VA.
Anyways, I currently layer up in the heart of winter with a heavy under armor base layer, a mid weight polyester loose layer over that, fleece bottom, snug fitting omni-shield thin jacket, and my wind/waterproof bibs and jacket over all of that. It seems to do me very well, and I can shed layers as the day progresses, or when I am sweating my buns off throwing for shad. Only time I am cold is when running wide open, and if I sit still for long periods as we troll for fish.
There are two lines I am considering.
Striker Guardian: Sure float waterproof/windproof, 50G thermadex insulation, zippered underarm vents, etc. I can get a new set of bibs and jacket on sale for $200. It is normally $300-325
Striker Predator: Sure float waterproof/windproof, 100G thermadex insulation, zippered underarm vents....... I can get this suit for about $250.
I do not think I should go heavier. The hardwater series is made for sub-zero temps.
I think it is a bad idea to get the heavier suit and not be able to peel layers, but I also dont know how these suits feel when on the go. Any suggestions/experience with coldwater gear??
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Post by mwardncsu on Oct 30, 2017 9:21:25 GMT -5
Arctic Armor - had my set since 2010 - very warm, very wind-proof. So warm in fact that I often have to just wear jeans and a long-sleeve shirt or light fleece under it if its above freezing. But I can run down the lake in freezing temps at 35 mph and not feel the wind cutting through the suit.
These also are float-suits - not intended to be a replacement for a life-jacket (i.e. not certified) but they will float you - designed for ice fishing...
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Post by Pete D. on Oct 30, 2017 9:56:04 GMT -5
Nice, what version/thickness of the AA do you have?
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Post by fatdaddy on Oct 30, 2017 10:58:55 GMT -5
M ward you had to find out the hard way didn,t you pal !! You was blessed that day Thank you Lord !! Yes I read the reports !! With your little trolling mtor trick???
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Post by mwardncsu on Oct 30, 2017 11:53:02 GMT -5
M ward you had to find out the hard way didn,t you pal !! You was blessed that day Thank you Lord !! Yes I read the reports !! With your little trolling mtor trick??? Unfortunately I was not wearing it that day - was too warm.... thankfully I'm more lucky than good and someone was watching over me....  |
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Post by mwardncsu on Oct 30, 2017 11:53:43 GMT -5
Nice, what version/thickness of the AA do you have? I guess I have the "original" - don't think they had multiple versions when I got mine...... its the red suit... |
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Post by bigjon on Oct 30, 2017 17:43:56 GMT -5
I've got the green AA suit. My only and I mean only slight complaint with my set is that it has the cozy fleece type liner. The liner tends to grab your clothes when slipping them on and off. I'll still take that with the comfort they provide, dry, warm as toast and wind proof. Like Mward said if you wear too much under them they are too warm. I do know they offer a set with the slicker inside making them easier to put on and take off. I haven't tested the flotation part but there are you tube video's that do. They were designed for ice fishing and mostly sedentary activities. I have laid in the deep snow in the yard for 30 minutes and never felt the cold whatsoever.
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Post by mwardncsu on Oct 30, 2017 18:33:37 GMT -5
My red one has a “slick” lining Funny you mention laying in the snow - a few years ago we were at the lake when it snowed 12” or so - kids got in some good sledding and I laid out and almost took a nap in my suit while the kids burried me in the snow... comfortable as could be  |
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Post by R22 on Oct 31, 2017 14:56:02 GMT -5
I have the lite version of both the Striker Ice and Arctic Armour brands. Even they become too hot when temperatures rise above 40 degrees. I have been in the Striler Ice version with temperatures in single digits and I was just fine.
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Post by Pete D. on Nov 1, 2017 8:09:52 GMT -5
I have the lite version of both the Striker Ice and Arctic Armour brands. Even they become too hot when temperatures rise above 40 degrees. I have been in the Striler Ice version with temperatures in single digits and I was just fine. Thanks R22!! What kind of layering do you do under the lite suits in single digits? |
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Post by R22 on Nov 1, 2017 8:37:23 GMT -5
I have the lite version of both the Striker Ice and Arctic Armour brands. Even they become too hot when temperatures rise above 40 degrees. I have been in the Striker Ice version with temperatures in single digits and I was just fine. Thanks R22!! What kind of layering do you do under the lite suits in single digits? Jeans and long sleeve T-shirt only. I do carry some additional layers of clothing to put on when I get hot. Frankly, unless conditions are under 30 degrees and windy, I generally layer my clothing and top it with Bass Pro's Bone dry bibs and jacket. The lite version of the Striker Ice and Arctic Armour are just too hot. |
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Post by Pete D. on Nov 1, 2017 8:56:51 GMT -5
Cool man thanks!!
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Post by coheasion on Mar 9, 2020 8:57:21 GMT -5
Bringing this thread back to life as I'm tired of being uncomfortable while being warm. I can stay warm out on the water on these cold windy days but I feel like the michelin man with so many layers on. Anybody have any more reviews or suggestions on these cold-weather/flotation suits? I plan on getting a set before next winter fishing season and was looking for any up to date reviews or information.
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Post by yellowdog on Mar 9, 2020 9:13:15 GMT -5
I too have the Artic Armour bibs and jacket. I never wear it because it is too warm! Wore it many days on the Chesapeake Bay when it was very cold and never got the slightest chill. It is a product that works too good in my opinion for where I fish.
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