another bib question

bigv · Feb 10, 2017

I read some of the other discussion but am still not sure what Im looking for. What type of fishing bib would work best for fishing in the boat on cool days and ice fishing with reinforced knees. I guess it doesn't need to be super warm. Can someone give me an exact model to check out. I see some different sales here and there but not sure if what I want? thanks

guywhofishes · Feb 10, 2017

I would buy high quality shell bibs (summer version basically - no liner) so they aren't hot come spring/summer/fall

buy them plenty loose and you can layer up on cold fall days or even for icefishing

Then just get a set or three of these to achieve the padded/reinforced knees. I love them!

Chas'n Tail · Feb 10, 2017

uninsulated, baggy enough to layer underneath, double thick padded knees, water and wind proof. I use my suit all year round.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008SIXMQA/?tag=nodakangler10-20

tommygun23 · Feb 10, 2017

I think you'd be comfortable with the striker predator bibs, they won't burn you out but you will be plenty comfortable when it's cold out. I also just ordered a pair of the Frabill I2 bibs for a lighter weight pair for fall spring open water.

bigv · Feb 10, 2017

those frabills look about right but the sale is only for 3xxl. I need something long. I am 6'6 with 36 in inseam. thanks for thoughts though guys

martinslanding · Feb 10, 2017

I have had really good luck with Cabelas guidewear....they often run pretty good sales :
Cabela's Guidewear® Men's Xtreme Bibs with GORE-TEX® – Regular Sale Price: $224.99

however I do not have a pair of their bibs but have owned other products and have been very happy with them...

guywhofishes · Feb 10, 2017

Us goofy tiller guys often have to bib up just to cross the lake when it's 90 degrees due to wind - ha ha

So I go for quality bibs but no knee reinforcement or pads as even they get hot.

Chas'n Tail · Feb 10, 2017

http://www.frabill.com/f2-stormsuit-bib.html

bigv · Feb 10, 2017

those frabill would be perfect but looks like they'd be too short. I see cabelas has clam bibs on sale. Are they any good...maybe too warm?

Vollmer · Feb 10, 2017

http://www.fieldsupply.com/uc-20170207tu4.html

martinslanding · Feb 10, 2017

bigv said:
those frabill would be perfect but looks like they'd be too short. I see cabelas has clam bibs on sale. Are they any good...maybe too warm?

Keep an eye on those guidewear for sales…they often upgrade every year and clearance out their old stuff…last year a picked up a $250 uninsulated parka for $99 …

SDMF · Feb 10, 2017

I too like the slightly oversized standard rain suit and then swap base layers to achieve desired warmth. One can go from very lightweight nylon fishing pants/shirts in the summer to 2-3 layers of warm fleece, a high-pile (Wookie Suit), some primaloft underpinnings, etc when it's cold and life stays warm and dry.

huntinforfish · Feb 10, 2017

guywhofishes said:
Us goofy tiller guys often have to bib up just to cross the lake when it's 90 degrees due to wind - ha ha

So I go for quality bibs but no knee reinforcement or pads as even they get hot.

You are not kidding. Learned a lot the first summer last year. Layers... and the rain gear is ALWAYS in the boat.

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bigv said:
I read some of the other discussion but am still not sure what Im looking for. What type of fishing bib would work best for fishing in the boat on cool days and ice fishing with reinforced knees. I guess it doesn't need to be super warm. Can someone give me an exact model to check out. I see some different sales here and there but not sure if what I want? thanks

https://shop.vexilar.com/en/vexilar-wear-and-decals/cold-snap-bibs/cold-snap-bib-ii--vxw730-1_group

I use these all winter and on uber cold open water days. I have a separate set for warm weather rain...

MULEDEER · Feb 10, 2017

I have the striker predator coat and bibs. Like it better than my 10 year old blue suit my son had an original scheels suit and he wore it a lot and loved it but they quite making them. He now has the clam gray with yellow strip one and likes it

Migrator Man · Feb 11, 2017

bigv said:
those frabills look about right but the sale is only for 3xxl. I need something long. I am 6'6 with 36 in inseam. thanks for thoughts though guys

Cabelas makes a tall version that will work for you. I have a difficult time with other brands that don't offer a tall.

bigv · Feb 20, 2017

update...thanks vollmer. If you didn't check out fieldsupply.com you should. crazy sale on frabill bibs. I did order a pair worried they would be too short. But they had really nice adjustable straps and work fine for what I need.

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