best waterproof smock

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junior conger
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best waterproof smock

#1 Post by junior conger »

i am looking for a wateerproof smock,pm me if you want.
what make and it has to be waterproof
thanks
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saving private brian
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Re: best waterproof smock

#2 Post by saving private brian »

i heard the imax ones are supposed to be alright for their money
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Mick001
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Re: best waterproof smock

#3 Post by Mick001 »

Hi junior conger, the Titan Smocks are very good.
I have the one in the below link and have been out in all conditions and it has not let me down yet..

http://www.titanproducts.co.uk/new-tita ... -150-p.asp

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Conger
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Re: best waterproof smock

#4 Post by Conger »

hi junior conger, had the imax white squall smock and on the first 3 trips it leaked, using the greys apollo over 12 months and have no complaints, hope this helps
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Re: best waterproof smock

#5 Post by dfella25 »

I've an Imax smock and while it's grand in a bit of rain a 5 hour session in a downpour you'd be soaked. Better off getting a proper breathable raincoat or jacket from Millets or the Great Outdoors.
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#6 Post by paul mason »

I have the orginall Titian smock must be getting on for 20 odd years now bought it off Ger Mahony when he owned Viking Tackle They were are great smock and never let me down in the early years, but age caught up with it and its now retired to the bait digging kit. The newer type ones are not as good of quality and I have heard they leak. If you want something thats going to keep you dry in the worst conditions get a good Gill yacthing jacket might be more expensive but its cheaper in the long run. I have one and its the bill whizz!!!!
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