surf/dry top rec?

[basswipe]

Originally Posted by doc

i have been using an nrs endurance splash jacket which i like but they are not very durable and i have basically been going through one a season before a big leak/tear develops...i do however fish every day so they do get abused but was wondering if y'all had any recommendations for a more durable but breathable and lightweight-ish top?

The Endurance was never meant to be a dry-top.And if you're going thru 1 a year you must have the newer models that don't have the front zipper chest pocket?

I certainly don't fish everyday anymore but my original Endurance is going on close to 10yrs.NRS has increased the price while decreasing the quality of that particular top.

[doc]

yup...no front zipper, just zipper along the sleeve...and yes it is more of a splash kayak jacket than a true dry top but great lightweight gear for the summer months...just sick of wasting the money essentially getting one a season...but i do fish a lot...thinking of the ones mentioned above as well as the simms surf top (although discontinued, i have found one for around $200)...

Originally Posted by basswipe

The Endurance was never meant to be a dry-top.And if you're going thru 1 a year you must have the newer models that don't have the front zipper chest pocket?

I certainly don't fish everyday anymore but my original Endurance is going on close to 10yrs.NRS has increased the price while decreasing the quality of that particular top.