Description
The Avid Arctic-Series Winter Suit is a heavy-duty, two-piece thermal outerwear system designed to deliver absolute protection during harsh winter sessions. Built to keep specimen and session anglers completely dry and warm in freezing conditions, this suit combines a 20,000mm hydrostatic head waterproof rating with thermal insulation and high breathability, preventing moisture buildup from the inside while completely sealing out driving rain and sleet.
The set includes a jacket featuring a drop-hem rear cut to eliminate cold drafts when sitting down, fleece-lined handwarmer pockets, and fully zipped internal security pockets for phones and valuables. The matching salopettes feature reinforced high-wear knee and seat panels to withstand rough bankside surfaces, along with adjustable Velcro wrist and ankle cuffs to form a tight seal over winter boots and gloves.
Technical Specifications
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Waterproof Rating: 20,000mm hydrostatic head
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Design: 2-Piece system (Jacket and High-Chest Salopettes)
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Reinforcement: Heavy-duty reinforced knee and seat panels on salopettes
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Pockets: Fleece-lined handwarmer pockets + zipped internal security pockets
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Draft Defense: Extended drop-hem rear cut on jacket
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Adjustability: Heavy-duty Velcro wrist and ankle cuff adjusters
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Size Range: Small to 4XL
Pro Tip
When sitting on cold, damp unhooking mats, barrow seats, or chair frames during long winter nights, make sure to pull the jacket’s drop hem flat beneath you before sitting down. Combining the extended drop-hem with the salopettes’ reinforced seat creates a dual-layer waterproof barrier, ensuring ground dampness and freezing air can’t creep into your lower back.
Ideal Applications & Use Cases
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Freezing Winter Sessions: Outstanding for overnight carp sessions, cold-weather river barbel fishing, or boat angling in freezing downpours.
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Active Roving in Bad Weather: Breathable construction allows mobile anglers to walk long distances with gear without building up sweat inside the suit.
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Rough Bankside Protection: Reinforced knees and seat withstand kneeling on wet gravel, concrete, or mud while weighing fish and tying rigs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this suit breathable as well as waterproof?
Yes, the fabric membrane is fully breathable, allowing body moisture and perspiration to escape during active bankside tasks while maintaining a 20,000mm waterproof barrier against external rain.
Do the ankles fit comfortably over thick winter boots?
Yes, the salopettes feature gusseted ankle openings with wide-adjusting Velcro tabs, allowing them to fit easily over large insulated winter boots and seal tightly against water ingress.
What sizes are available in this suit?
The Avid Arctic-Series Winter Suit is available in a broad range of sizes from Small up to 4XL.
