New jacket for winter, ridgeline again??.

[Nithsdale]

“Crutching” is that what it’s called nowadays?

Me pulling my Tups off seems tame now, don't it

 

[CopperBeech]

I've spent £3k+ outfitting me and my 2. That's betacraft trousers parkas and 2x pair of dedito boots each, plus base layers and fleeces as well. I've also provided hats and their choice of gloves.

We're outside on quads or in pens 10+hrs a day, whatever the weather. I expect my guys to get on and get the work done, so the least I can do I make sure they're as comfortable as possible doing so. It's all tax deductible anyway.

It's company property so I'll replace it free when it gets worn out. They're expected to maintain as necessary, but get given work time to do so. If/when they leave I get the gear back or they can buy it from me.

30 hours a day, 5 day week, 150 hours @ £15 / hour = £9000 Labour a month: must be several thousand head.

 

[Juggler]

Just about to order a Kaiwaka Storm force Winter jacket, found one available in Ireland, not sure what size to go for. My current coat is XL but read on here kaiwaka sizes are generous?

 

[Andy84]

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I’ve had a couple of sets of Kaiwaka and the ones that say made in NZ are going strong I had another set that were made in China that ended up going back they went on the inside seal and got sent back!

 

[Andy84]

Lots of folk say kaiwaka isn't made in China, but as you can see they bloody well are

Mine say made in NZ

 

[Ffermer Bach]

Just about to order a Kaiwaka Storm force Winter jacket, found one available in Ireland, not sure what size to go for. My current coat is XL but read on here kaiwaka sizes are generous?

have you tried Caegwyn?

 

[sherg]

Just about to order a Kaiwaka Storm force Winter jacket, found one available in Ireland, not sure what size to go for. My current coat is XL but read on here kaiwaka sizes are generous?

They had some at coed y dinas welshpool when I was there last week

 

[Celt83]

Do kiwikit sell them?

 

[Northeastfarmer]

Just about to order a Kaiwaka Storm force Winter jacket, found one available in Ireland, not sure what size to go for. My current coat is XL but read on here kaiwaka sizes are generous?

I’m 6’4 and 15 stone and an xl is perfect

 

[Juggler]

have you tried Caegwyn?

No I haven't, its about 3.5 - 4hrs away but I may have to at this rate!

 

[Ffermer Bach]

No I haven't, its about 3.5 - 4hrs away but I may have to at this rate!

they are very good, I got my oil tank (fuel station) and cubicles from them

 

[Juggler]

I’m 6’4 and 15 stone and an xl is perfect

I'm a bit more.. ahem, compact 5'8 and 17 stone so not sure whether the thing would look like a small marquee on me or be just right round the chest but be too long due to the long back on that coat, I'll just have to wait and try one somewhere I think.

 

[ajcc]

Mvf do beta craft now.

 

[Jockers84]

Hi i’ve followed this thread with interest since it started. I’ve decided to go for a Betacraft of some description. I’m 6ft & 16stone, usual wear a XL, would only have a tee & rugby shirt as under lairs. How are people finding the sizes? Where’s the best price?

 

[unlacedgecko]

Hi i’ve followed this thread with interest since it started. I’ve decided to go for a Betacraft of some description. I’m 6ft & 16stone, usual wear a XL, would only have a tee & rugby shirt as under lairs. How are people finding the sizes? Where’s the best price?

I'm a similar size and find XL perfect fit. Usually worn with a t shirt or t shirt and jumper.

 

[Jerry]

Hi i’ve followed this thread with interest since it started. I’ve decided to go for a Betacraft of some description. I’m 6ft & 16stone, usual wear a XL, would only have a tee & rugby shirt as under lairs. How are people finding the sizes? Where’s the best price?

I’ve two betacraft jackets. The first was the full waterproof one.

Had that 2 winters and it’s still perfect. Never get wet even looning about on the quad in a full storm.

This autumn I also bought the new one that’s a bit warmer and has a more fabric shell.

Again, very good other than couple points.

It loves to attract burs.

Secondly the chest pockets are the wrong way around. You can’t put your hands in to them to keep warm with out crossing your arms.

But both jackets are very good.

 

[Willie adie]

I’ve two betacraft jackets. The first was the full waterproof one.

Had that 2 winters and it’s still perfect. Never get wet even looning about on the quad in a full storm.

This autumn I also bought the new one that’s a bit warmer and has a more fabric shell.

Again, very good other than couple points.

It loves to attract burs.
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Secondly the chest pockets are the wrong way around. You can’t put your hands in to them to keep warm with out crossing your arms.

But both jackets are very good.

That's the jacket I have

 

[jd6110]

Just about to order a Kaiwaka Storm force Winter jacket, found one available in Ireland, not sure what size to go for. My current coat is XL but read on here kaiwaka sizes are generous?

Did u order an receive? I am tempted by one as find near impossible to get a hard wearin long jacket in Ireland. R they suitable for all day wearing at everything from weldin to fencing?

 

[neilo]

Hi i’ve followed this thread with interest since it started. I’ve decided to go for a Betacraft of some description. I’m 6ft & 16stone, usual wear a XL, would only have a tee & rugby shirt as under lairs. How are people finding the sizes? Where’s the best price?

I’m of similarly slight proportions and I’ve just checked in my Betacraft jacket (the ripstop one, the same as Kiawaka material).

I normally take an XL but this one is L. It’s not snug at all, and I only ever wear it over overalls and a fleece. I’d think it would be like a tent if I only had a tee shirt underneath tbh.

 

[Jockers84]

I’m of similarly slight proportions and I’ve just checked in my Betacraft jacket (the ripstop one, the same as Kiawaka material).

I normally take an XL but this one is L. It’s not snug at all, and I only ever wear it over overalls and a fleece. I’d think it would be like a tent if I only had a tee shirt underneath tbh.

Ha not often I get call slight these days . Thanks for the advice, I’m keen on the Mamaku Jacket. Normally have to wear Kaiwaka bib and brace through the winter, it takes the brunt of the punishment.