RubyTex 1,957 Posted January 28, 2014 Report Share Posted January 28, 2014 Need to treat myself to new gear, are the Jack Pyke hunters jackets or soft shell jackets any good? And the accompanying trousers, quiet, warm?? Got a budget of about £120 all in...any ideas? RT Quote Link to post
WhiteN 15 Posted January 28, 2014 Report Share Posted January 28, 2014 Had a soft shell jacket but soon got rid after a heavy downpour and getting soaked, it leaked on the seams! might have been unlucky with it, but got a £15.00 ex army goretex jacket now , top - notch. Quote Link to post
mick20 23 Posted January 28, 2014 Report Share Posted January 28, 2014 I have a pair of jack pyke hunter trousers but as above, in a downpour they let in. Atb Mick Quote Link to post
6foot 1 Posted January 28, 2014 Report Share Posted January 28, 2014 Ridge line ...ebay best gear iv worn Quote Link to post
RubyTex 1,957 Posted January 28, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 28, 2014 Cheers lads always best to find out info from people who've field tested them ! Will have a look at Ridge line Quote Link to post
trenchfoot 4,243 Posted January 28, 2014 Report Share Posted January 28, 2014 I wouldn't touch jack poke with a stolen cock if dryness is what your looking for. Any shell jacket will leak at the seams unless they are taped. Ridge line is very good, but a bit sweaty. If you don't mind that, then look at rivers west, very hard wearing, but sweats as well. York guns have some in their sale section Quote Link to post
RubyTex 1,957 Posted January 28, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 28, 2014 Jack Pyke definitely out of the equation then. I like the look of them but if they don't stand up to the elements there is no point. I just need to update my clothing, plus the arse is completely ripped out of my camo trousers!!! Good job it's the end of the season Quote Link to post
RemyBolt 420 Posted May 2, 2014 Report Share Posted May 2, 2014 ALL softshell will leak at the seams. I think there may be one exception and that is TAD, but you're looking like £300ish a jacket. Personally, I love my softshell gear. It's warm, cozy, and I have no complaints with it. Does it absorb water? Yes, a little. I have treated it with tent waterproofing stuff, and I'm pleased with the results. As for Mr Pyke...I'm a fan. Never had a bad experience, but there's always time. I have, do, and at the moment still will, recommend their gear. Quote Link to post
Blackdog92 2,047 Posted May 2, 2014 Report Share Posted May 2, 2014 Ridgline or rocky are a fairly good pair of brands I havnt had any complaints with either personally. Quote Link to post
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