islandgun Posted February 5, 2019 Report Share Posted February 5, 2019 Iv'e been looking at the Ridgeline pro-hunter jacket, has anyone experience of it. I would be using it for walking on the hill, how is it for breathability and waterproofing please cheers IG Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
figgy Posted February 5, 2019 Report Share Posted February 5, 2019 I found Ridgline no where near as breathable as they state. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raw and wriggley Posted February 5, 2019 Report Share Posted February 5, 2019 Mine leaks like a string vest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bumpy22 Posted February 5, 2019 Report Share Posted February 5, 2019 As above sweat like a pig and leaked like a siv. Apart from that not bad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
islandgun Posted February 5, 2019 Author Report Share Posted February 5, 2019 😁😁 brillant..I suspected that but felt i should ask ....thanks for that folks Harkila then..😉 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen-H Posted February 5, 2019 Report Share Posted February 5, 2019 58 minutes ago, islandgun said: 😁😁 brillant..I suspected that but felt i should ask ....thanks for that folks Harkila then..😉 I've not had harkila myself but I know they own seeland as well . I've had nothing but problems with seelands kraft force trousers not even six months old and I've gone through two pairs having them sent back again as the stitching has failed in the exact same place as the first pair. Defiently do a review on harkila before you go to the expense! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
islandgun Posted February 5, 2019 Author Report Share Posted February 5, 2019 37 minutes ago, Stephen-H said: I've not had harkila myself but I know they own seeland as well . I've had nothing but problems with seelands kraft force trousers not even six months old and I've gone through two pairs having them sent back again as the stitching has failed in the exact same place as the first pair. Defiently do a review on harkila before you go to the expense! cheers Stephen, im liking the harkila orton jacket, it seems to tick all my boxes, long, light, two way zip etc etc it also comes recommended by welshwarrior on here..... would be happy to hear of anyone elses opinion on it or other coats though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrewluke Posted February 5, 2019 Report Share Posted February 5, 2019 2 hours ago, bumpy22 said: As above sweat like a pig and leaked like a siv. Apart from that not bad they are not meant to stop you sweating! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bazooka Joe Posted February 5, 2019 Report Share Posted February 5, 2019 Quote they are not meant to stop you sweating! Not meant to leak either!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
islandgun Posted February 5, 2019 Author Report Share Posted February 5, 2019 12 minutes ago, chilly1981 said: No but not bretheable enough when your getting soaked in sweat I’ve got ridgleine monsoon it’s good for sitting about in but soon as start getting a little strenuous soaked in sweat. Do same walks in me goretex or Lowe alpine tripple point and im just warm not sweaty Im using a buffalo belay for long upland walks after woodcock etc, great jackets but the belay is short, and if worn next to the skin prone to be draughty on the small of the back, Its a toss up between the Harkila Orton or the Buffalo special six, the Orton would also be useful for other types of shooting but the buffalo is designed for strenuous work. I liked the look of the Ridgeline but suspected it would be hot ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bumpy22 Posted February 5, 2019 Report Share Posted February 5, 2019 25 minutes ago, chilly1981 said: No but not bretheable enough when your getting soaked in sweat I’ve got ridgleine monsoon it’s good for sitting about in but soon as start getting a little strenuous soaked in sweat. This Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
welshwarrior Posted February 5, 2019 Report Share Posted February 5, 2019 Ok my view ridge line moonsoon great on a wet day in a high seat not a walking jacket. Harkilla orton my go to game shooting coat and general wear harkilla pro hunter never get wet don’t sweat but bulky that it needs to be but wear it stalking in the main. Musto Fenland and Highland(think that’s the right name) where my go to game coats until I got the orton and Fenland is now worn out 3 year buffalo special 6 hill walking kit and colder days stalking under a goretex Larsen Mufflon great coat but heavy when wet B line up for me. Sherwood coat dog walking and jeans coat when it looks rough it’ll go beating no longer really waterproof. Ive other coat (starting to think I’ve a problem) but if I only had one it’d be the orton and I’d buy another one at the current price paid more for much worst coats in the past. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabel25 Posted February 5, 2019 Report Share Posted February 5, 2019 My gamekeeper friend says the same about his Ridgeline Sweats like a pig in it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
figgy Posted February 6, 2019 Report Share Posted February 6, 2019 I once wore mine beating in the rain, thought it was as much good as a black bin bag. I got that hot and sweaty I was better off without it. Tried it on the marsh, not warm enough on its own for sitting in and too restrictive with and layers under. Not worn once in last two years. Herters jacket from Cabela's USA is my go too for walking and sitting in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabel25 Posted February 6, 2019 Report Share Posted February 6, 2019 Just wondered if the new Verney Carron Perdrix outfit is any good Jacket trousers and gilet for around £250 I have the Lasen Kudos jacket and like it alot Now discontinued Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
islandgun Posted February 6, 2019 Author Report Share Posted February 6, 2019 10 hours ago, welshwarrior said: Ok my view ridge line moonsoon great on a wet day in a high seat not a walking jacket. Harkilla orton my go to game shooting coat and general wear harkilla pro hunter never get wet don’t sweat but bulky that it needs to be but wear it stalking in the main. Musto Fenland and Highland(think that’s the right name) where my go to game coats until I got the orton and Fenland is now worn out 3 year buffalo special 6 hill walking kit and colder days stalking under a goretex Larsen Mufflon great coat but heavy when wet B line up for me. Sherwood coat dog walking and jeans coat when it looks rough it’ll go beating no longer really waterproof. Ive other coat (starting to think I’ve a problem) but if I only had one it’d be the orton and I’d buy another one at the current price paid more for much worst coats in the past. Thanks everyone for the great replies [as ever] , welshwarrior.. My Kids are convinced i need help with my jacket obsession, to the point that i now feel compelled to ask for a plain brown wrapper when they are sent through the post. [ a difficulty i have, living on an island] I think the Orton is the most adaptable and most practical for my requirements. light enough for a walk on the moor in August with a base layer and suitable to be the outer in January, perhaps with my buffalo as mid layer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bumpy22 Posted February 6, 2019 Report Share Posted February 6, 2019 Look in sales fister is selling loads of good gear of cheap. He certainly knows whats good and what is not Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
activeviii Posted February 6, 2019 Report Share Posted February 6, 2019 On 05/02/2019 at 14:35, bumpy22 said: As above sweat like a pig and leaked like a siv. Apart from that not bad Your wearing it inside out haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redgum Posted February 6, 2019 Report Share Posted February 6, 2019 I had a ridgeline jacket a few years back, I did loose a lot of weight . I had a nice surprise this year, I wanted a cheapish lightweight stalking jacket and bought a make I had never heard of before, Precision. I got caught in some serious rain an it stayed lovely and dry plus the sweat doesn't drip out of my sleeves. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Callahan Posted February 6, 2019 Report Share Posted February 6, 2019 20 minutes ago, Redgum said: I had a ridgeline jacket a few years back, I did loose a lot of weight . I had a nice surprise this year, I wanted a cheapish lightweight stalking jacket and bought a make I had never heard of before, Precision. I got caught in some serious rain an it stayed lovely and dry plus the sweat doesn't drip out of my sleeves. Do you mean Percussion? They seem good stuff but I've only seen their items online... from a bit of digging I believe they are behind the Solognac shooting clothing found in Decathlon stores (both brands are French, at least) which I am very impressed with - and it's at bargain prices! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Novice Posted February 7, 2019 Report Share Posted February 7, 2019 I was talking to a couple of highland stalkers recently who had good things to say about the latest version of the ridgeline smocks, the elite mk2 I think? They had the same negative comments as everyone else about the original ridgeline fabric, but felt this new one was an improvement. They certainly get to test their kit more than most as subject to some severe weather up there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redgum Posted February 8, 2019 Report Share Posted February 8, 2019 On 06/02/2019 at 21:43, Harry Callahan said: Do you mean Percussion? They seem good stuff but I've only seen their items online... from a bit of digging I believe they are behind the Solognac shooting clothing found in Decathlon stores (both brands are French, at least) which I am very impressed with - and it's at bargain prices! Yes I mean Percussion, so far so good for both trousers and jacket, plus the jackets are very well cut. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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