PVC type rain suits seem to crack and fall apart really easily when it gets cold. How is the pvc/nylon in the cold?
527156
In reality nothing last forever. I'm planing to used a couple times and discarted..yes PVC not only crack but tend to get cold that how lose it flexibility and cracks using it with nylon looks more stronger.. But we see if pass the text.
527157
Sorry, but I can't answer this. Suit is not used in the cold weather. Hubby is a Golf Superintendent and uses it during the summer rains when he is working on the course.
527158
My husband has been using his for 7 years many days in cold weather with no cracking issues
491185
As I bought mine a few weeks ago, I don't have a full winter's use of it, yet. We've had very cold weather and relatively lots of snow in southern New Jersey. It's done the job. I put a water-resistant cover where the heater's plug connects with the extension cord. The less expensive deicers I've had in the past haven't lasted more than 2 winters, but this one seems much sturdier.
612835
I haven't gotten this suit wet because I'm using it in a dry location, but my guess would be NO to both questions. The suit seems to be made out of some sort of strong, coated, paper-like material. It's 100% high density polyethylene and NOT heat resistant. I think either an autoclave or washing with water would destroy it. It MIGHT be able to be dry cleaned but I haven't tried that yet. It is disposable.
358230
We have used ours about four times and no tears yet. For the price they have kept us dry so far. But I think any rain suit can get ripped unfortunately.
400696
The material is a very heavy nylon outer shell, and I would say that they would protect against any "road rash". I've found the pants to be very dry during my winter rides, and very warm. I have only ridden in 2 heavy rains since owning them, and both times, I only had some small wet areas around my knees...... Other than that, for the price, these have been excellent pants, and a great addition to my gear. I am anxious to see during the summer months how they work with the zip out lining removed, and if they will be to hot to use??
858521
Hmm, I know it has kept me plenty dry, warm, and not sweaty and I have given it plenty of action, including violent swims. The neck gasket does leak a tiny bit, which happened a couple of weeks ago at Kilchis River on the SHORE when I got wave after wave of heavy rain dumped on me for a good half hour. Get one of those LL Bean fleece fishing jumpsuits for $50-60 to wear under it, and a sweatshirt to wear between it and the drysuit if it's cold outside, and you will be fine.
293506
Keep in mind that this is inflated heavy duty plastic. Like most plastic things when they get too cold, they crack. I wouldn't risk it in really cold weather. We live in Florida and take ours down in November. If you want one for colder weather, you'd have to go with a hard sided one. That will be my next choice.
1375441
It has a nylon bottom and won't slide very well on the snow. Icy hill, maybe but it won't be very stable. Also it doesn't have cold crack additive in the PVC and could bust if it gets too cold.
2094734
I was actually surprised with the durability of this plastic. It withstands the wind well as long as there are no sagging parts or loose ends for the wind to grab. However it does not withstand weather during the winter in colder places, mine became brittle under freezing conditions but i think it would work fine long term in a tropical environment, hope this helps.
2039769
Weather will not be a factor on this box. It's solidly constructed, injection molded plastic. It doesn't become brittle when cold.
2030465
We are in Tucson, AZ so we can't answer your question about the cold. It is water resistant.
1940365
I don't use it in the rain so I can't answer how it would hold up. Works fine in cold weather.
897455
I've had it for several years in all weather, year round. The cold and wet affects it almost not at all aside from some mold. It is still waterproof with the exception of a tear. The tear happened because it got brittle because of sun exposure. A UV silicone spray would probably have helped it last a little longer, but for $15-30, it probably isn't worth it.
2068833
That's probably at the edge of it, if you're talking about jacket and bibs. I sat in an ice hut with good heat in my bibs and a sweatshirt and I was fine, but I wouldn't want to have kept the jacket on. Obviously personal tolerance comes into play. It's definitely the best deep cold suit for the money - worth every penny.
699295
The hose is pretty flexible in houston cold weather. The material is good and the product is well made.
105361
This rain suit is light duty, not good for construction. May I suggest Helly Hanson or something by Bass Pro Shops. Alaskan fishermen and harsh weather researchers I've known use Helly Hanson.
2097125
Rubber hoses have proven to be much more durable than vinyl hoses. Easier to handle in the cold.