Frogg Toggs

“I was watching the outdoor channel last night (OLN for those who might have Comcast Cable) and I saw a commercial for Frogg Toggs. I have heard that this set of rain gear is pretty up there in the rain gear line. The offer was for 2 payments of like 33 bucks or something for the whole suit. Now, I thought these things were real expensive. Not that I'm in the market for new rain gear, but that seems real cheap to me. Just thought that some of you might be interested”

“Ha! The Ocala FL hike had about half of us wearing them.”

“You can buy the whole outfit at Bass Pro Shops for about $55.00.”

“They're relatively cheap and light - which is why I use them. If I was climbing mountains, really bushwhacking or hiking in snow I might switch.

My only beef is that the jacket is too short for me, and it tends to ride up - I may order their longer jacket next time.”

“I concur with Coop.”

“Dang! No kidding. I thought these things were much more expensive. I might to gets me some.”

“Just don't hang out to close to a fire. I think Acadamey Sports has them about $50 to $60.

You have to get blue if you want to be a member of The Blue Frogg Togged Hikers”

“So, for those who own them, are they really the shiznit like I've heard?”

“The fabric is similar to slightly worn Tyvek. I can't imagine these would hold up well bushwhacking. The suits are also rather funny looking. But they are lightweight and waterproof.”

“What happened to the 'Big' in Big Coop?
That's why your Frogg Toggs didn't fit. You are too damn tall. ;)”

“they are light, breathable, but easy to rip on branches, and embers from fire.
They are real popular on golf courses, and among fishermen. They are made in Guntersville, AL. You can goto their website and find closeouts for around 19 bucks a top and 19 for bottoms..usually whites, and dayglow ugly colors. Or try hunting supply stores and get them on clearance for around 20 each.”

“StoveStomper - I'm toying with the idea of dropping the "Big". I usually go by Coop anyway. It's what I originally chose for my name here but lost the password and went with the "Big Coop" - Matt sent me the password and I'm back in business. But you're right - I'm too damn tall.

Frogg Toggs -
Feel like heavy paper
Pill a little after many washes
Keep the water out
Breath well
Are baggy to fit layers underneath
Elastic at cuffs
Zipper inclosed hood
Drawstring for hood - no bill
Drawstring for pants
Zippers at base of pants
Weird paint patterns like stray paint (see Ewker's photos)”

“WOW...the commercial is that old? I just saw it a few nights ago.

They can be yours for 2 easy payments of $34.95.”

“I see they now have two improved versions of the original... the Elite is $190 (way out of my budget), and the Pro Sport for $85, which I'm considering. Anybody have feedback on the performance of the Pro Sport?”

“Can anyone tell me if these things hold up in downpours?”

“In my experience, they hold up just fine.”

“Thanks, MDSHiker! They're so light it's hard to believe they'd actually repel water, so I just had to come & ask the folks who'd know. They're next on my list now. Y'all are great!”

“I know a lot of AT thruhikers that used them with no problem.”

“heres an idea.....a frogg toggs brand bivy shelter...”

“Too easy to tear.”

“Easy to fix with duct tape!”

“well, reinforce the bottom with two layers or so....alot cheaper than gortex maybe..not sure does anyone know where to buy the fabric?”

“i don't know where to order it but i can tell you the fabric is polypropylene based... "trilaminate dripore" or something like that... good luck.”

“I had a set of togs. Junk. Shredded the first trip and that was on trail hiking. Just junk.”

“that's because you bought "frawg tawgs" at wal*mart...”

“I have a set of Frogg Toggs. Used them from Damascus Va to Katahdin, even slept in them. Never had a problem. They are a little ragged now, but still work. Stay away from thorns and thick brush.”

“they get "fuzzy"... like you want to pet them or something.”

““that's because you bought "frawg tawgs" at wal*mart...”

No, Gander Mountain and I could see your point had it been the workmanship at the seams or zipper but this was the actual material that gave out and shredded. It was the same material as the Toggs.”

“Outdoor Wilderness fabrics started selling Epic fabric. I've never used it, but that might be a good material to make a bivy out of. I'm sure it's more durable than Frogg Toggs material.
last edited: 9/06/07 4:58:27 AM”

“cool thanks guys, ive got a gortex one thats uncle sam issue, and its camo, not real crazy bout the color...lol”

“Why not just use Tyvek?”

“i have a bivy made of epic which i really like a lot.”

“I just picked up a set of All Sport classic on closeout on Amazon for keeping in the bag when I bike to work in the winter. $20, so I can't really complain. Everyone says they breathe really well, which is great for cycling (bet the ass wears out on them first, tho).

Poking around on their site, I see that frogg toggs has the driduck line now that seem geared towards the backpacking set. Anyone have any experience with them? I'm thinking of picking up a set for 3-season use since they are cheap and light.

http://www.froggtoggs.com/#outerwear/driducks/DS1204/”

“Frogg Toggs are what I bought when I started bping and I really liked them. The only problem I ever noticed is that they will get roughed up by brush so you are probably right about the seat wearing out. I ended up replacing them with a Precip jacket that I got new for 35 bucks. I've seen the Driducks but haven't examined them at all.”

“I just got some Dry Ducks (DriDucks?). They work well, but they tear super easily. The zipper failed in the first five minutes though, and I haven't been able to get it to work. I am just using the snaps to fasten the coat.

HJ”

“If they are the same as the original, they burn super easy also. Do not stand anywhere near a smoker or campfire with them. Think little holes all through the arms and chest.”

“I saw dry ducks in a store once. Almost every pair of pants on the rack (must have been 10-15 pairs) already had the seams split wide open.

Not even out of the store and they were falling apart. My vote is that Dry Ducks are garbage.”

“Thanks for the input. I guess you can get quality or cheap price, but generally not both.

I also noted that FT also has some "burlier" lines that look interesting...

Like this: http://www.froggtoggs.com/?outerwear/classic/PS1072”

“i have a set of drop stoppers...same quality concerns as frog toggs but much cheaper...from what i can find online frogg togg bought them out...they might be hard to find but they're cheaper

http://www.froggtoggsoutlet.com/drstra.html”

“I was looking for raingear to keep on the motorcycle. I ruled out Frogg Toggs even for that. Too many people complaining about the seats wearing out in about two rides.”

“chili - try out Red Ledge full zip pants - they're a little bit heavier material.”

“Thanks.”

“Me and Michelle own a set of red ledges. Been using them solidly for 5 years. They don't breath the best, but they are bombproof”

“I have used Red Ledge in the past. I was satisfied with them, especially for the price. I have a jacket I usually wear when I ride my motorcycle.”

“My rainpants are Red Ledge and have held up for many years.”

“Remember the gear mantra: Light, cheap, durable. Pick any two.”

“Frogg Toggs are made in Arab Alabama...I lived a mile from the factory before they expanded overseas to keep up with demand.

They come in varying WEIGHTS...the ones you see with corporate logos are the lightest weights, the hunting versions are heavier weight, wear better but STILL have zipper problems..I loved the heavyweight jacket, but had to destroy it to get it off after the zipper froze.”

“I forgot about the red ledge craze. Well, when the FTs bite the dust, mebbe get me a pair of those red ledges. But I like the high breathability for high aerobic sports like cycling...”

“I still use FT's backpacking. I used them on my AT thru-hike. I have tried lots of brands over the years and it's hard to say what is best. I agree with what bitpusher said.”