[Fronhaul]

I can't remember when we last had a dry week and I am beginning to struggle to remember the last two dry days in succession and I am tired of having a wet posterior almost permanently so I have been looking at waterproof gear for the less than slim.  My covetous eyes have fallen on Seal Flex gear but it can scarcely be described as  cheap.  Does anyone have any experience of it or have any other thoughts on alternatives please?

[SallyintNorth]

I haven't tried Seal Flex - if you get it I would be very interested to know how you get on.

Of the regular farmwear waterproofs, I find only the Flexothane and Airflex are in fact waterproof.  And then only for one season.  I bought a Delamare coat last year and was delighted with it for a few weeks, but then I started to be getting damp arms ...

The only actually waterproof, stay waterproof gear I have ever had was some used yachting gear.  But even with those, the one suit had towelling lining, one had fabric elasticated cuffs and with both the water would seep into the cuff or sleeve lining and run back up your arms...

I have wondered whether the best solution is waxed cotton, have three or four sets of jackets and trousers, and keep reproofing.  But then the last Barbour I bought (before I left the rat race, I get the make the market sells now!) leaked on first wearing...

What I most want to find is any maker / supplier of large LADIES farm work clothing.  (Other than Barbour.)  By the time I have an item of clothing that fits my ample backside, the legs need turning up a foot or two, shoulders come halfway down to my elbows... 

[manian]

the problem with working in waterproof  clothes ifs they don't let the sweat out so still feel wet.......

[ellied]

What I most want to find is any maker / supplier of large LADIES farm work clothing.  (Other than Barbour.)  By the time I have an item of clothing that fits my ample backside, the legs need turning up a foot or two, shoulders come halfway down to my elbows... 

Ditto - I need XL size to get my bum into it but that makes the legs unworkable in both width and length, so I have given up looking and would love to know of a cheap but reliable alternative to multiple changes of clothes

[Fronhaul]

I never manage to make Barbour style jackets last more than five minutes before one of the Jacobs manages to rip a pocket with their horns.

As for Ladies rather than making do - not a chance it seems.  I think I am going to take the plunge with a pair of Seal Flex trousers even if they are expensive.  If nothing else is achieved we might even get a dry spell once they arrive.  Will report back in due course.

[JulieS]

I milk for the farmer near me every day and have found that a 'parlour suit' is fantastic.  Big enough for me (and that's huge!!!), lightweight, and waterproof.....I have 2 sets, one for milking which lasts around 6 months (cattle wee, dung and chemicals for washing down are tough on any waterproofs) and another set for at home with the pigs which is still waterproof and lasting well after 18 months.

I get mine from Mole Valley Farmers, but I'm sure other places sell them too.

[Blinkers]

KIWIKIT - All I can say is BRILLIANT.    We have the overtrousers and I have a jacket and a pair of dungaree type overtrousers too.    They are brilliant against the wetest of weather, warm in winter, cool in warm weather, AND if you do make a little hole in them (brambles!!!) you can even get little patches to mend them.     Not the cheapest, but not the most expensive but on the whole, money well spent as if you look after them (and keep washing them as this is good form them), they last for years.     www.kiwikit.co.uk