Is there a use for this thing? I wore mine tonight and my pants got so wet it was not funny.
I mean they cost almost as much as the long one and only keep you half as dry.
I know MSP Troopers all have these i hope they get long ones too.
We actually get both the long and short ones issued to us. The problem with wearing the long coat is that it is made of a heavier material and in hot weather is a lot like wearing a full-length trashbag (sweatbox ). The short rain coat is a made of a lighter material and breathes a bit easier, and is a bit easier to get around in. I only wear the long coat if its an absolute deluge out, otherwise I prefer the short coat. Your pants might get a little wet, but I consider this to be a fair trade-off for the mobililty and comfort.
The long coats are way to hot and I feel like a New Bedford fisherman just off the boat. I have only worn it once and it was the worst mistake of my life I think it will stay in my locker because the only use would be in hurricane type weather. The short coat is expensive but worth the purchase.
I have only worn it once and it was the worst mistake of my life I think it will stay in my locker because the only use would be in hurricane type weather. The short coat is expensive but worth the purchase.
Well, if you've got a long coat that you're not too fond of and want a short one, you could always tailor the long one to a 3/4 or short coat. I know a couple of guys that have done this and it has worked out well.
A Trooper i talked to the other day said MSP has to get all new rain gear.Something about the orange not being up to code when it comes to reflectivity.
I see most depts are going to the Lime yellow.
Another topic to be filed under personal preference "I like these, we get these, my bum gets wet/hot/sticky/etc."
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