STOW, STOW, STOW IT IN YOUR BOAT
NEW FRABILL STOW SERIES GEAR EASILY THE BEST PACKABLE RAINGEAR
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PLANO, IL (July 8, 2015) – Wikipedia defines a raincoat as, “A waterproof or water-resistant coat worn to protect the body from rain. A rain jacket may be combined with a pair of rain pants to make a rain suit.” (My times have changed….citing Wikipedia as an “official” source of information.)
In fishing, we prefer the term “raingear” – a matched top and bottom. And at the core of raingear performance is this simple little notion of keeping you dry – raindrops outside, happiness inside. Beyond that, differentiators from suit to suit and brand to brand range from multiple layers of space-age fabrics to a precious little viewfinder on the wrist to apparently Snap Chat while you’re fishing.
The fit, finish and performance of Frabill’s new Stow Series raingear shockingly great in its price-range.
Frabill says never mind the bullocks. New for 2016, the company that redefined fishing-specific raingear, ushers in the most sensible, peak-performance and light-on-your-wallet raingear to date: the Stow Series.
As the name implies, it’s stowable. That doesn’t mean cramming a moldy suit back in the clear plastic bag it came in – Frabill saves that torture-treatment for the other guys. Rather, the Stow Series literally packs back into itself. The left-hand pocket of the pants becomes its own storage. Same goes for the left-hand pocket of the jacket. Easy as that.
So, you know the Stow Series packs like a pro and travels like a champ. But that’s only the icing on the cake…
New Stow Series jackets available in Coastal Blue, Black and Brown; sizes S – 3XL
At the root of all Frabill outerwear is fabric selection. Frabill uses the highest-quality and most technologically advanced materials across all of its outerwear models, raingear and winterwear. The Stow Series marries a trio of technologies to create total waterproofness and breathability. The outer shell is constructed of durable Nylon ripstop fabric. Beneath that lies a waterproof and breathable membrane. Sealing the deal is a topical treatment of 3M™ Scotchgard™, providing a powerful first line of defense against moisture. All told, with seams 100% sealed, Stow Series is a veritable safe-house for anglers.
Features on the jacket abound. Large outer pockets with zipper closures accommodate fistfuls of gear. The main zipper is protected by a pair of storm flaps, the innermost with a rain gutter to stream water droplets away.
A two-way adjustable, waterproof hood with reinforced brim/sun visor eases your eyes from squinting as well as water dripping off the tip of your nose.
New Stow Series pants available in Black and Light Brown; sizes S – 3XL
A-grade accoutrements continue with an adjustable bungee cord at the hem for a precise fit and internal elastic sleeve cuffs to keep comfortably snug at the wrists. A side-seam D-ring is perfectly placed for tethering your corded kill-switch or trolling motor remote. Augmenting safety, the Frabill Stow Series features 3M™ Scotchlite™ Reflective Material on the front and back. Last but not least, all Stow Series zippers are branded YKK or SBS, not nameless bargain-bin componentry.
The Stow Series pants are equally as exceptional. Like last year’s revolutionary F-1 Series Storm Gear release, the Stow Series pants feature removable, full-elastic shoulder straps. So if you prefer the feel of pants over bibs, simply shed the shoulder straps. The pant cuffs are also adjustable with cuff-to-knee, half-length leg zippers for easy in and out.
Other standout components include Frabill’s signature ergonomic, articulated knees. None of that straight-legged (aka “linear patterning”), starchy feel. The Stow Suit kneels and flexes with you. And like the jacket, the bottoms feature large hand pockets with zipper closures and a handy D-ring.
Stow Series jackets are available in Coastal Blue, Black and Light Brown. Pants come in universally matched Black and Light Brown.
Sizes span from S to 3XL. And, the Stow Series is backed by an impressive 2-year warranty.
Wear it. Stow it. Stay dry. That’s how Frabill fishes.
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Frabill Stow Series raingear conveniently packs into its own storage pockets
Stow Series Jacket
- Two Layer waterproof, windproof, breathable light weight rip-stop shell
- 3M™ Scotchgard™ durable water repellant treatment
- Waterproof, windproof and breathable membrane with 6,000 MM hydrostatic resistance
- 100% seam sealed
- Large pockets with zipper closure and storm flaps
- Dual external storm flaps with rain gutter over main zipper
- Two-way adjustable, waterproof hood with reinforced brim/sun visor
- Ergonomic curved sleeves
- Internal elastic sleeve cuffs
- Side seam D-ring for tether cord kill switch
- Adjustable bungee cord at hem
- 3M™ Scotchlite™ Reflective Material on front and back
- Packable into stow pocket (left-hand pocket) for convenient transport
Stow Series Pants
- Two Layer waterproof, windproof, breathable lightweight rip-stop shell
- 3M™ Scotchgard™ durable water repellant treatment
- Waterproof, windproof and breathable membrane with 6,000 MM hydrostatic resistance
- 100% seam sealed
- Removable, full elastic shoulder straps
- Gusset behind front zipper provides superior waterproof protection
- Large hand pockets with zipper closures
- Ergonomic articulated knees
- Adjustable pant cuffs with cuff to knee half-length leg zippers
- Side seam D-ring for tether cord kill switch
- Packable into stow pocket (left-hand pocket) for convenient transport
