Survival suits

[L-D]

I was looking into a survival suit, and was steered towards this Fladen suit through a dealer in the UK.

I don't know the 1st thing about this type of gear, and was wondering what you use, or recommend.

Any advise, or comments are welcome.

Thanks,

Jeff

http://www.tacklediscounts.co.uk/Items/Item.aspx?SKU=22-846/47bg-parent&caSKU=22-846/47bg-parent&caTitle=Fladen%20Sea%20Fishing%20Flotation%20Suit%20Blue%20/%20Yellow

[Schools Out]

I recently ordered a suit from this same company. I ordered it on the 4th but have yet to get it. I will let you know how satisfied I am with this company when I get it. As for the fladen suit, Landshark has a couple of them that he has let me try and on different fishing outings: they are warm, comfortable and are rated very well for holding in body heat in near freezing water. I will say that they run very big. I have worn an XL in the past but ordered a L I am 6'1" and 220lbs. I will let you know how i fits upon arrival.

[L-D]

Do you wear the "normal" type of cold weather stuff underneath?

Like thermals, pants, jacket etc?

[Schools Out]

I have but you dont really need it with these suits. you can hop in them in your street clothes and be all set for a day of fishing in 30 degree weather. they are TOASTY

[L-D]

I have but you dont really need it with these suits. you can hop in them in your street clothes and be all set for a day of fishing in 30 degree weather. they are TOASTY

That sounds good to me. It looks like a good buy for the price.

I saw there was a couple different models. Which did you get?

[Schools Out]

i went with the 2 piece

[muskybob]

I have the 2-piece Fladen also. I wore it today to snowblow the driveway in 19 degree weather. I couldn't wait to get back in the house & take it off because I was drenched in sweat. Extremely warm suit. I love it, but hope I never have to cold water test it's performance.

[stan]

Jeff I got mine they same place Nick got his, It's at the post office and I will pick it up on monday. I will let you know as well

[Mower]

What is the price in American for these suits? All I see is the euro price?

[Schools Out]

just got mine today from the site posted above. the suit was ordered on the 4th and it was received on the 16th which works out to about 8 business days shipping from england. I bought mine from the UK so my exchange was from pounds. worked out to a little more than 150 US which is VERY good for these fladen suits. check the exchange rate online the day you buy it. I am 6'1" and 220lbs, I bought a large and it fits great. plenty of room for layers but I wont need them as it is very warm.

[Landshark]

I just ordered my 3rd one. I have 2 XL's and a large on the way. By the way Doublehaul your such a goofball now lets go get one of those elephant perch

[spoonfed-1]

Did you guys order by using the websight or phone?

Thanks

Glen

[Schools Out]

website...

[spoonfed-1]

I went to the websight and can't find a size large. They go from small to XL.

Am I missing something?

Thanks

Glen

[Schools Out]

Glen, I just went to the website also and they are out of M and L....send them and email and ask them when they will be getting more in stock. Landshark knows of another website that sells them.......

[spoonfed-1]

Thanks Nick. Sent them an e-mail.

Landshark can you post or pm the other websight?

Thanks

[Landshark]

I used the website, try this place. http://www.cheaplifejackets.co.uk/two-p ... 16167.html

[muskybob]

For you guys who are thinking of buying one of these suits & wonder how it converts to US Dollars try this: http://www.xe.com/ucc/

[JR]

Thanks Landshark the other site was out of size M so i thought i would have to wait till next year to order one but now i should have it in a few days Thanks again

[Landshark]

No problem buddy, remember fellas No fish is worth sacrificing safety (except walleye)

[L-D]

Thanks Land shark for the link!

[GAMBLER]

Here is a link to the spoonpullers site. Sign up and check this link. This is for a Mustang suit.

http://spoonpullers.proboards42.com/ind ... hread=7482

[Landshark]

Just received my 3rd Fladen suit in the mail. It only took about 5 business days to receive. Very happy once again

[Yankee Clipper]

Lanshark I just went out to the sight and its got my attention. I've been looking at these for months. I'm assuming this McFaddon is insulated also?? Is my conversion correct and were looking at about $115.00 before shipping and stuff?? Also any idea what makes the Mustangs so mush more expensive??

thanks for the info ..

[Landshark]

Well I dont know about McFaddon but The Fladen is a great suit. A very high quality life saver. If you look on page here http://www.xe.com/ucc/ you will see a conversion chart from GBP to American Dollar. That sounds about right, mine was 155 american total and that includes shipping. As far as why Mustangs are so much more expensive, I have no idea but definately not worth it. Ask Doublehaul or muskybob what they think about thier suits