What to look for in great quality farming waterproofs
Here’s what to look for when shopping for new agriculture oilskins for you and your team:
Long-lasting waterproof protection
When buying farming gear, waterproof really does have to mean waterproof. Be wary of clothing billed as ‘showerproof’ or ‘water-resistant’, as these simply won’t be fit for purpose in an agriculture environment.
You need 100% guaranteed waterproofing protection that lasts, even after days, weeks and months spent out on the fields in the driving rain.
Look for heavy-duty PVC materials with a PU coating, like you’ll find in our Stormtex-Air 220G Waterproof Farming Jacket – a popular choice among farmers. This is not only waterproof but oil resistant, which makes it ideal if you’re working with machinery or chemicals (or even trying to stay dry when in and out of the milking parlour).
Durability for daily farm work
You don’t want to be replacing your farming waterproofs every few months, so durability is a key feature to look out for. Your gear needs to withstand the rigours of your everyday tasks. Many Stormline oilskins offer abrasion resistance for fencing, yard work and handling livestock, as well as reinforced knees and seat for kneeling, bending and climbing.
A comfortable fit for long days
When choosing whole-body items such as waterproof bib and brace overalls like the Stormtex-Air 664G Waterproof Farming Bib Overalls which will be worn all day, comfort is crucial. Features such as adjustable straps, stretch panels and ergonomic design will ensure a comfortable, custom fit even after particularly long, physical days.
You’ll also want to look for breathable design, which keep you cool in summer and are easy to layer up in winter.
Practical design details
Here at Stormline, we’re always taking feedback on board from the agriculture professionals who wear our gear. With their input, we’ve added clever practical features to many of our items. These include:
- Perfectly positioned pockets – accessible even when wearing thick gloves
- Large, heavy-duty zippers – again, easy to use even when wearing gloves
- Quick-drying, easy-clean materials – which are ready to wear the same or next day, even after muddy work or very wet conditions.
Safety and visibility features
Safety is important in many agricultural environments, especially in wetter, wilder and more remote parts of the world.
If you’re working in poor weather, low light (common for farmers, who often work in early mornings and occasionally late into the night) or with machinery, it’s crucial that your gear has high-visibility panels so you can be easily seen.
It’s also essential to have non-slip, chemical-resistant materials to protect you and your crew.
You’ll find all of these features and more in Stormline’s range of farming waterproofs and agriculture workwear.
Why choose Stormline for agriculture workwear?
If you need specialist farming waterproofs, buy from a specialist.
Here at Stormline, we’ve been designing, manufacturing, testing and improving agricultural workwear for decades.
We kit out everyone from farm managers to labourers, herds people to tractor drivers, working in agricultural settings all over the world. To combat the conditions and the rigour of the work, oilskins are specially designed to perform, day in, day out.
Get in touch with our expert team if you have any questions about our gear, or you need advice to choose the right items for your needs.
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