Frogg Togg

[bassmaster8100]

Im in need of some new rain gear, thinking of buying some Frogg Toggs. What do you guys think of the Frogg Toggs? I was looking at the bibs and the jacket. How do they do in the wind, rain or the cold even????

[Live.2.Fish]

I used them once.  They are alright for the money.  They kept me dry all day.  They are really bulky though.  If you really want to get serious about rain gear.  Get some Gor-Tex.  But be ready to shell out some serious cash.  Its kinda pricey.

[bassmaster8100]

If you really want to get serious about rain gear. Get some Gor-Tex. But be ready to shell out some serious cash. Its kinda pricey.

Ya I really wasnt wanting to spend too much is why I was questioning about the Frogg Toggs, everybody Ive talked to that uses the Gor-Tex loves it, but I aint trying to spend that much right now if I dont have too.

[mawilson]

I have 2 sets of toggs and they are the thinnest raingear I have ever owned if you want bulky get the gore tex

[Stringjam]

Frogg Toggs are incredibly light.   They do fray over time and aren't very durable - - but for a super-lightweight rainsuit that you can put on in a second, they're awesome.    I have Gore-Tex stuff, too......but most of the time I find myself putting on the Frogg Toggs, and breaking out the Gore-Tex only during the cold weather seasons.  

[Catt]

Can't stand Frogg Toggs; remind me to much of Tyvek® Coveralls I had to wear will working in the refineries; noisy, non-breathable, & don't last.

[Guest avid]

Tyvek® Coveralls

My neighbor makes a pretty good living selling tyvek.  He will definitely get a kick out of this.  

I like Frogg Toggs mainly because they are cheap and are definitely water proof.  They are also lightweight.

In Florida the rains are often intense but brief.  My days of braving the elements for extended periods are over, so this flimsy but effective rain suit works for me.

[Wayne P.]

For Catt, especially the last paragraph

Tyvek® Coverall With Hood: Protection Starts At the Top

Your job calls for head and body protection in a disposable coverall. This recycled Tyvek® coverall was made for the task, with an attached hood to cover head and hair and elasticized cuffs to protect arms and legs.

It's a tough, disposable coverall that keeps wet and dry particulate matter away from the skin, giving the wearer full protective coverage in a flexible, comfortable material.

Our Tyvek® coveralls are available in a variety of styles including coveralls without hoods and coveralls with hood and boot.

The durable Tyvek® fabric is hard to tear or puncture, yet it functions as a breathable membrane that allows body heat and sweat to escape while preventing chemicals, paints and particles from getting in.

[Low_Budget_Hooker]

I have 2 sets of toggs and they are the thinnest raingear I have ever owned if you want bulky get the gore tex

?? Say WHAT ??  

You can now get Gore-tex shells close to the same price range as FT's.  Avoid the insulated stiff, this is for winter.  The shells are great, you layer accordingly underneath.  Well worth the few extra dollars for a FITTED, 100% waterproof, breathable garment.  FT's are not warm, are like wearing a big bag and have very little wind protection.  Yes, they are ok for the money but their best feature is that you can squish them into a ball and shove them in a glove compartment of your boat. (Stow-able)

Most importantly,...the "waterproofness" wears out.

If you do a search for "rain gear" "rain suits" or "foul weather gear", you'll find a few threads from last year that were quite lengthy.  

If you do go the Gore-tex route, shop around.  Cabelas guidewear are a great value but if you can afford the cream of the crop, I highly recommend The North Face.  This stuff is worth saving for IMO, you'll use them for more than just fishing.

Frogg Toggs are incredibly light.   They do fray over time and aren't very durable - - but for a super-lightweight rainsuit that you can put on in a second, they're awesome.    I have Gore-Tex stuff, too......but most of the time I find myself putting on the Frogg Toggs, and breaking out the Gore-Tex only during the cold weather seasons.  

Why?  Did you buy "insulated"?  Gore-tex has nothing to do with "warmth". (aside from wicking the perspiration away from your body and back out through the outer shell of the clothing.  It's a 2 way fabric about as thick as tissue paper)

Wayne- I see your vision popping up in one of next yrs vids,lol.

[Dirk_Jig---Lure]

I have 2 sets of toggs and they are the thinnest raingear I have ever owned if you want bulky get the gore tex

Assuming this is a joke.  Please put a "lol" after it or something so he knows you aren't serious, he's looking for real advice.

You can now get Gore-tex shells close to the same price range as FT's.  Avoid the insulated stiff, this is for winter.  The shells are great, you layer accordingly underneath.  Well worth the few extra dollars for a FITTED, 110% waterproof, breathable garment.  FT's are not warm, are like wearing a big bag and have very little wind protection.  Yes, they are ok for the money but their best feature is that you can squish them into a ball and shove them in a glove compartment of your boat. (Stow-able)

Most importantly,...the "waterproofness" wears out.

If you do a search for "rain gear" "eain suits" or "foul weather gear", you'll find a few threads from last year that were quite lengthy.  

If you do go the Gore-tex route, shop around.  Cabelas guidewear are a great value but if you can afford the cream of the crop, I highly recommend The North Face.  This stuff is worth saving for IMO, you'll use them for more than just fishing.

WORD!

I don't have the North face stuff like Russ but I wouldn't get caught in weather w/o Gore-tex gear EVER again.

I had toggs, hated them, they are like wearing a bulky chamois cloth.  They are very rigid and non conforming to your body.  By the time they soften up, they don't work anymore.  I threw mine away and then my brother got me a set for xmas,hahaha,... I gave them to my dad who ended up buying the cabelas guidewear as suggested above.  I think the toggs are in his golf bag now.

[Guest avid]

They are very rigid and non conforming to your body.

Now I know why I like them.

They are a perfect match for my non-conformist body.  

[Catt]

Never said Tyvek® wasn't well suited for the job; I said I hated wearing them and Frogg Toggs remind me to much of Tyvek®.

[Stringjam]

Frogg Toggs are incredibly light.   They do fray over time and aren't very durable - - but for a super-lightweight rainsuit that you can put on in a second, they're awesome.    I have Gore-Tex stuff, too......but most of the time I find myself putting on the Frogg Toggs, and breaking out the Gore-Tex only during the cold weather seasons.  

Why?  Did you buy "insulated"?  Gore-tex has nothing to do with "warmth". (aside from wicking the perspiration away from your body and back out through the outer shell of the clothing.  It's a 2 way fabric about as thick as tissue paper)

No, I did not buy insulated - nor do I use it for "warmth."  It is a Gore-Tex shell and I think they're great and all that stuff.  

I was pointing out the strength of the Frogg Toggs in that it is a lightweight, easy to put on piece that works great in the summer (where, around here, storms just blow in and blow out).   Works for me.    

[Low_Budget_Hooker]

Gotchya

I asked because my neighbor did just that.  He bought insulated ski bibs thinking they were the same type of thing I wear.  Unfortunately, he got them on sale and couldn't return them.

[MALTESE FALCON]

About eight years ago, my wife got me a Columbia rain suit. I love it, the only thing I would change is the pants, I wish they were bibs.

Falcon

[surfer]

I can't comment on Frogg Toggs.  Heck I don't even know the price.

I have a jacket like the one in this link.  I use it as a rain jacket, motorcycle rain jacket, and a snow skiing jacket by adding layers.  I live in Florida so it is important that it be light and breathable.  I also ski deep powder in Utah.  This type of jacket is very versatile.  Now if I could just remember which glove box I stuffed it in.

http://www.backcountryoutlet.com/outlet/TNF0567/c11/s20/The-North-Face-Venture-Jacket-Mens.html

[Tin]

You get what you pay for. If you dont have the $350 for a cabelas guidewear suit or BPS 100 MPH Wear it's ok. It will get you through. But they just dont compare to gore-tex    Its worth every penny.

[moby bass]

I am glad this topic came up.  I have been looking at the Frogg Toggs but since I see some negative comments about them, I think I will keep looking.  They did seem a little thin to me and I wondered about their durability.

[Low_Budget_Hooker]

I can't comment on Frogg Toggs.  Heck I don't even know the price.

I have a jacket like the one in this link.  I use it as a rain jacket, motorcycle rain jacket, and a snow skiing jacket by adding layers.  I live in Florida so it is important that it be light and breathable.  I also ski deep powder in Utah.  This type of jacket is very versatile.  Now if I could just remember which glove box I stuffed it in.

http://www.backcountryoutlet.com/outlet/TNF0567/c11/s20/The-North-Face-Venture-Jacket-Mens.html

The "Venture" was one of North Face's best sellers in 2006 and 2007.  It was one of the first waterproof garments by North Face that was in the entry level price range.  Compared to the competitors jackets (EMS, Marmot, Descente, Mtn Hardwear,etc) it offered all the goodies that the competitors didn't offer until you hit the $180 mark.  For high end clothing, that jacket is a STEAL!

[roadwarrior]

Cabela's Guideware is on sale:

http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/common/search/search-results1.jsp?QueryText=guideware&N=4887&Ntk=Products&Ntx=mode+matchall&Nty=1&Ntt=guideware&noImage=0

Some guys swear by it...I'm one of those guys!

8-)

[Jig Man]

I have worn frogg toggs once and didn't like them at all.  My wife has some and swears by them for wind blocking.  A friend of mine has worn a pair out in less than a year.

Personally, I'll take gortex any day.  I have one gortex suit that is over 10 years old been worn on four wheelers working cows, fishing and even quail hunting and still going strong.

[Rob G.]

I have gore tex that I wear if it is cooler, but when it is warmer I use Frogg Toggs.  Great buy now that their price has come down.  They also fold up very small compared to gore tex and do not weigh much at all.  I always keep them in my boat.  If you buy them, get the model with the bibs, not the pants.  If you are in driven rain or riding in a boat while it is raining you will stay much drier.