When you purchase rain gear from Grundens, you must determine the size of the rain gear that you would like to purchase. The correct size of the rain gear will ensure that you are comfortable in your rain gear, and that the rain gear performs it’s essential functions for you while you are on the water. A size chart will allow you to determine the size that would best fit your body, rather than having to guess at the size of rain gear that will best suit your body measurements when shopping for the gear in the store or online.
The Grundens size chart provide specific measurements for Grundens jackets, Grundens bibs, and Grundens pants. Each size chart include measurements for the chest, waist, and hips for the jackets and pants, and measurements for the sleeve length, back length, and inseam for all of the products. Each of these measurements is provided in both inches and centimeters, so that customers of any country or preference for measurement systems can use the measurement charts to determine the size that will best fit there bodies.
Choose the Right Size for Grundens Rain Gear
Each of these measurements is important to understand, as the measurements will determine how the gear will feel when worn over clothing. Grundens produces several different lines of rain gear, each with different features. For instance, thick, PVC-coated nylon materials make heavy commercial jackets, and are constructed for those who fish in high amount of wave spray.
In contrast, the lighter, sport models of rain gear are constructed of breathable materials that allow for comfort when fishing in motion or when the rain is relatively lightly. Each line of gear has the same size range, but the difference in materials may impact the way that the gear may fit. In contrast, customers should be aware of which line they are purchasing; this will help them to understand whether they should purchase a size that is larger then their body measurements.
Another factor that may impact the way that customers measure into the size chart is the concept of layering. Many customers may measure their chest with no layer, but when wearing a base layer and fleece, their gear may end up too tight. Thus, the size charts assume the customer will be wearing their layers while wearing the gear.
For customers who intend to wear a thick mid-layer while fishing in colder waters, it is recommended that they move up one size in the size chart; one size will allow enough room for their clothing while fishing. However, those who will be fishing in warmer waters with only a thin base layer will find that their normal body measurements will be sufficient for comfortable wear. For Grundens bibs, customers must measure their waist and hips measurements, as opposed to the bibs that measure only the bust measurements.
Though the bibs have suspenders that permit some flexibility in the waist measurements, the waist measurements still help to determine the comfort of the bib. The reinforced knees and seams are not beneficial if the bib does not appropriately fit the customers body. The size chart also separate waist and hip measurements for customers to determine the best fit.
Another factor that may impact the fit of Grundens gear is the material in which the gear is made. Gear that is made of PVC will be relatively stiff such that it will not stretch much; thus, customers must use accurate measurements when purchasing PVC rain gear. Gear that is breathable will contain some flexibility in the material such that the gear may allow for forgiveness in the measurements provided for customers whose bodies are not completely standardized in their measurements.
The size chart also provides an availability of each size of Grundens gear; customers can use this information to determine what sizes are available for purchase prior to comparing the waterproof ratings for the gear. The inseam measurements will change according to the size of the gear that is purchased. Customers who are tall may think they should select a larger waist size to provide them with more length for their inseam measurements.
However, the size charts indicate that the inseam measurements will gradually increase according to the size chart. Thus, customers should check the inseam measurements on the size chart for their gear to ensure that they are purchasing the correct size; either of these sizes would of being disappointing for the customer. Finally, proper care for the gear will extend its life, and ensure that the gear continues to fit the customers bodies over time.
The gear may break down over time due to the salt in the water, improper washing of the gear, or the use of heat on the gear. After wearing the gear in saltwater, the gear may become heavier and less comfortable due to the breakdown of the waterproof properties of the gear. To counteract this, customers should rinse their gear after fishing in saltwater locations, and reapply a waterproof treatment to the gear.
In order to find the proper size for customers, the size charts provide the various measurements that customers bodies must meet. By measuring their bodies in the same way that they will wear the gear and by understanding the environment in which they will wear the gear, customers will find the best gear for their needs.
