I see alot of guys out with the bibs on and with this cold weather Id like to get some good ones. I see them on bass pro etc. Any info or pros or cons on any. I hate ordering something like this because of my size (6'4 300). Id like to try on first. Any ideas of good ones? I was a bit nippy monday.
i have cabelas top of the line, same as bass pro 100mph suit. i was told now its like the new 200mph suit. its great, i love it. cost close to 600. watch the sales like a hawk. you should be able to get one or the other cheap by Christmas. I paid 220 i think with shipping and tax and a $60 tackle bag. look at the old threads, a lot of us bought them at the same time.
Ill keep an eye out. They just sent me some coupons I used. Like you said with christmas i'm sure more are coming. At least I could try them on there,if they have my size
Never pay full price for the Guidewear since it seems to always go on sale. I spent around $300 for my entire suit and I've seen it lower than that. Great purchase! I checked out the BPS 100 mi/hr and the Guidewear was a little heavier. For open-water fishing, get the uninsulated and layer up underneath. Good fishing
I have a full set of BPS Pro Qualifier gortex and love it. I probably fit into the medium but bought the large so I could layer up under it. Had it for 2 full years now with no signs of them wearing out at all, and I fish a lot in the spring/fall so they get used!
I like the guide wear but am sure the Bass Pro suit will do fine. I also would get a polar fleece suit to wear under it.
I have a BPS 100 mph suit....I bought my wife a Cabelas Guidewear suit...The guidewear appears to be better quality IMHO....I agree with waiting until around Xmas...I paid around Half price at cabelas for my Wife's suit...
@ Jerkbait. You said uninsulated. Is that to cut down on bulk? Or just so you can wear it in not so fridged conditions? Or other.
I just bought the cabelas guidewear a few weeks ago cause they had 4x cause Im about same size bigshow.. Each piece was $50 offand i had a bunch of cabela visa $ to use. Went uninsulated. Excellent product. Glad i finally pulled the trigger.
Thats what I figure I need,4x to be comfortable. I also have the Cabelas $. So that will get me a little more off. Problem is when I go there I know I will walk out with more than just the bibs and more on the credit card.lol
Yes Bigshow. The insulated Guidewear is bulky and would be tough to cast with while wearing. I tried on both sets at the store when I was making my decision. As it is, the uninsulated is a little difficult to cast with while wearing but it is doable. Most of the time, I wear just the bibs and only wear the parka when I am going for a run or if it is below 40. Wearing some windstopper fleece and quality, cold weather thermals is the answer.
The retail stores will rarely stock the 4xl and 5xl so u might call ahead.
Did you just get lucky and they had it? Or did you order?
I have no problem casting with the whole outfit on. I do have a problem finding stuff in it because mine has 8357 pockets and I never know which one I used
Lol, is yours non insulated frank? My biggest problem is finding one to fit my big a** . 6'4 300 isn't that big. I just can't ever find crap my size. Always goes to 2x. I may be 3 or if I layer maybe 4x. Gander has one of their brand and they have 50 off. That makes it 170 . If I don't like it I can take it to the store for a refund ,which is about 5 mi from my house.
I bought the Pro Qualifier bibs and parka on sale a couple of Springs ago. The parka has the zippers for an additional zip in fleece if you choose.
I didn't buy the zip in fleece, but use other fleece tops I have instead. I've been very happy with the entire set up. I"ve always stayed both warm and dry. I've used it in some pretty extreme conditions as well.
Mine is not insulated. I can fit my leather coat under it so you don't need to up size. I typically wear a t shirt and sweat shirt under it on the single digit days. It really works good. The pockets are big enough for gloves, hats, a boga grip, food, drinks, smokes, tools, tackle, an anchor, and a small row boat
Bigshow i went to retail and they only had 3x. Saw the quality so ordered online. Its easier to layer depending on weather. I probably could have been fine with 3x but wanted a little more room.
The one at gander is a frabil. I did find one when I got on the computer from cabelas. It is kinda by my work. So maybe ill go look at it, try it on and order what I need.
I got the same deal as Frank. Dan posted here that Cabela's was running a sale. Sure enough on the first page it showed Guidewear 40 to 60% off. I got XXlg Tall bibs and long parka for about $250 and the tacklebag!!!!!! Unfortunately this last weeks vacation I HAD to use them everyday I fished because of the incliment weather. I got the uninsulated. They are flat out awesome. Kept me warm and dry in some really bad conditions up in Indian River. Not promoting Cabela's because I'm sure they all work well. Just saying you need to get some soon !!!! At your height you should look into the talls. I'm 6'2" and i'm sure past 260#
Bigshow the big guidewear sale is on according to new Cabelas winter sports catalog i received in mail today. $100 off each piece.
I just called Cabelas because i bought 4 weeks ago when sales price was only $50 off. They couldnt match but will give me $50 gift card. I could have returned and rebought but happy with gift card.
I also receved two Cabela tourney trail fishing rods free when i purchased my guideeear which will make nice panfishing rods. They are valued at about $55 each according to catalog. Very happy.
Maybe i'll go check that out. I hate when they say they won't do a price adjustment. I've done the same thing. Just tell them, would you rather me return it and rebuy it? doesn't make sence. The gift card gets used though
Guys I purchase Cabels Guidewear in 1989 for $387.00 I think, worn in many a time but started leaking at the seat and shoulders last year. I did the treatment from Cabels and helped but still leaked. On my last trip to St. Clair stopped by Cabels and went to customer service. No Problem Sir, we can give you a credit of $268 due to you don't have a receipt. OK who keeps a reciept that long :D :D :D Picked out a New Set of Guidewear and paid $140.00 darn Son thats service on a 22 year old rain suit. Never ever buy anything but Guidewear!!!
You got a good point Rangerman. I was at customer service a couple weeks ago and saw someone do the same thing with some cabelas brand pants. They gave him credit. Can't beat it..
I had a similar experience at Bass Pro with my Pro Qualifier jacket several years ago (several years after buying it). No problem, go pick out a new jacket.
Hey Mike, are you working today? I may take the long drive out to the other end of the world and see you about getting some of that stuff you recommend for dumping in the gas to winterize the boat.
Quote from: Dan on October 31, 2012, 09:13:24 AM
Hey Mike, are you working today? I may take the long drive out to the other end of the world and see you about getting some of that stuff you recommend for dumping in the gas to winterize the boat.
I'm here all day Dan. We close at 5:00. Come on over to the "other" side.
What kind of stuff is that? If you don't mind me asking
Quote from: BIGSHOW on November 01, 2012, 12:39:12 AM
What kind of stuff is that? If you don't mind me asking
I've been using Valvetec for years now. But from the tests I've read and the comments I get from my customers Stabil Marine works very well also.
I see the adds for valvetech. I use stabil in every tank and double for storage with a full tank
I do the same with the valvetec
I use seafoam then add stabil to the gas