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  Hmmm I have most of the money I need saved up for some cold weather gear.  I was looking at the two gortex brands that BPS offered, but then saw the post Dan made about Cabelas 50th anniversary sale.  Great deals. 
  Anyone on here own Cabelas?  How do you like them, and how do they compare to what BPS has?  Also, would you suggest the insulated??  I would imagine that the parkas are more popular than the shorter jackets.  Thanks in advance for any feedback.  If I go with the Cabelas, I'll make sure to use your link Dan.  :)

I've had my Cabela's Dry Plus bibs and jacket for 8 years now.  I've never had a problem with either, and would have no hesitations to buy another set of Cabela's gear.  Very nice gear, especially for the money.

Wow, I just checked out those prices!  Crazy, I may just have to replace my old gear.

I have several Cabelas brand things and I like everyone of them.  I think they have the best private label stuff.  I have also read that several BASS pros will only use the Cabelas Guidewear rain gear!  With all that said I bought a BPS Pro Qualifier GoreTex bibs and parka this spring and I have been very happy with it.

Cy

Yes! I just got the update today that they have their Guidewear on SALE for up to 67% off during this 4-day sale only, which is an amazing on real good rainwear! Only until Monday, September 26, 2011.

  Yep, great deals Dan.  I used your link from another post.  Now will you get some "kudos" if I go through this site, correct???

  From doing a little research, I've decided to go with non insulated.  Now I have to decide between a jacket and a parka..... any thoughts???

Parka for sure.  Doesn't ride up in the back when you sit down.  It sucks when you have cold wind blowing up your back.

I like non insulated.  I just buy them big enough I can layer stuff under my gear.  That way I can use them year around.

  Thanks Cy,  think i'm leaning towards the parka.  Want to get a little more feedback first though.

I have never liked rain jackets or rain pants. I can still remember enough of the early cold and wet days to keep me from repeating those mistakes. I like mine a little large too for movement and layering considering there are more months in the Great Lakes region that don't have the warm weather assurance.

Parka Jeff. 

Jeff,
I have a BPS 100 MPH suit....I bought my wife Insulated Guidewear last year when it was on sale....
In my Opinion the Guidewear is way superior to the 100 mph suit....Stay away from the insulated suit though....That was a mistake on my part...My wife likes it early and late season but during the tournament year it is way too much...

I need a rain jacket for off the water use....I may have to check it out...

Cabelas Guidewear is outstanding. I used mine for over 12 years before it got, uh...too small. :P The prices listed for this sale are better than that first set! I guess I'll have to scrape up some change and take back some bottles. These prices are too good to pass up!
And I agree with the others, the parka is the best choice.

     Okay, just wanted to give a heads-up to those who are going to order anything on this deal. Make sure you type in the promo code 50years at checkout. This will get you a $.50 shipping charge instead of the normal charge.
     I just ordered the Guidewear Parka and Bibs. The shipping charge would have been $16.95. So, by using the Promo Code 50years it was reduced to $.50. Pretty nice savings.

Thanks cameraguy!! I got a separate notice late on that and forgot to mention an additional big savings! I hope no one missed out on that. We can all use some savings! I'd buy a new set too but the previous raingear I got from Cabelas is still working great!

Go with the parka jeff... you won't be sorry.  And stick with non-insulated, you can always layer up for warmth.  I have the BPS Gortex and have been very happy with it.  I am about half way between the Medium and Large... but bought the Large so I could layer up if needed.  No regrets.

just placed my order

i placed my order too

You're all making me jealous! But my raingear still works pretty good so I'll be okay. Thanks!

I have another big chain store brand that is not bps or cabelas.  Last year at the fall open it leaked pretty good.  No kidding it rained all day.  Now granted its 5 years old so im not upset.  I used it later and it no longer is water proof.  I tried retreating it twice to no avail.  Light rain beads off.  Slightly heavier comes right thru. So im glad I saw the post.

Nothing much worse than being cold AND wet while fishing... glad you're getting it taken care of :)

I use the underwear test.  Once my underwear is wet its time to go ;D

Quote from: Waterfoul on September 24, 2011, 05:51:14 PM
Go with the parka jeff... you won't be sorry.  And stick with non-insulated, you can always layer up for warmth.  I have the BPS Gortex and have been very happy with it.  I am about half way between the Medium and Large... but bought the Large so I could layer up if needed.  No regrets.

Sorry Mike but these days you're a large...to many cookies and brownies from the girlfriend.  BTW...when should I put in my order for this weekend?

;D

That price was so good I ordered two.

just ordered a set moments ago....

Did you still get the sale price?

yes the sale was still good this morning, which was after the posted sale...

I love it when the web people aren't on top of these kinds of things!! (unless it is me that is the one not on top of things...)

the bibs are shipping early next week, but the jacket is backordered....at least they made it backorderable at the sale price... just need it by April.

I received my bibs yesterday.  These feel lighter than the Cabelas Tourney Trail set I had before which hopefully means they will breathe better as well.  I think they will be perfect for chilly summer mornings or wet summer days.  The Tourney Trail set was too heavy for either of these situations.

That was fast!

I got mine today and the free duffle bag was pretty nice as well.

Quote from: cameraguy on September 24, 2011, 09:30:20 AM
     Okay, just wanted to give a heads-up to those who are going to order anything on this deal. Make sure you type in the promo code 50years at checkout. This will get you a $.50 shipping charge instead of the normal charge.
     I just ordered the Guidewear Parka and Bibs. The shipping charge would have been $16.95. So, by using the Promo Code 50years it was reduced to $.50. Pretty nice savings.

  Great bit of advice Cameraguy.  This is the first I've checked the thread since my last post.  I couldn't wait for more info, so I placed a order.  I didn't see the promo for the shipping until after placing the order.  I called customer service and they said that they would credit my card.  We'll see what happens.  Oh, and my Parka is back ordered.  :(  Oh well, can't beat the prices.  Got my bibs today...  they're awesome !!!

  Thanks again for posting the information on Cabels 50th anniversary sale Dan!!!  Now I have some money for a map chip.  :)

You are very welcome and thanks for helping GLBass. It really does make a difference!

I had to put this pic up.  I made my new gear look extra good, and even threw in a Grandt rod

That Gear does look good!  I also picked up a new Lowrance HDS and a couple Quantum Tour Edition baitcasters from that sale.  Couldn't beat the price.

Quote from: fbenn12122000 on September 30, 2011, 06:43:12 PM
I had to put this pic up.  I made my new gear look extra good, and even threw in a Grandt rod

You look different somehow from the last time I saw you?? ;D

Quote from: fbenn12122000 on September 30, 2011, 06:43:12 PM
I had to put this pic up.  I made my new gear look extra good, and even threw in a Grandt rod

   Hmmmm my jacket is back ordered, but I'm pretty sure when it comes in it wont look as good as yours !!!!    :D