Stone Glacier M5 Rain Gear, User Reviews.

[Wapiti16]

I almost didn't buy their pack. . Nothing against Gray but what's wrong with some ranger green?

That’s why I just got a new Kifaru day pack... RANGER GREEN! Lol


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[B_Reynolds_AK]

Does the jacket feel like it's durable?

I would say medium duty like the Kuiu Chugach line. I could see bushwacking taking a toll on it.

As far as color, there is generally a lot more light gray in an alpine sheep environment than ranger green.


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[Benjblt]

I would say medium duty like the Kuiu Chugach line. I could see bushwacking taking a toll on it.

As far as color, there is generally a lot more light gray in an alpine sheep environment than ranger green.


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Got it.

Yeah. I thought of that with the gray. Not everyone hunts in the alpine. . and gray's ugly.

 

[archp625]

Can any of you guys that have had to M5 for awhile come back and give us an update?

 

[lintond]

Can any of you guys that have had to M5 for awhile come back and give us an update?

I’ve been happy with mine. Had to tell myself to put it in the gear closet cause I was wearing it around town and walking the dogs too much. Didn’t want to wear it out doing non essential activities.

Fit and function have been just what I wanted.


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[thinhorn_AK]

Can any of you guys that have had to M5 for awhile come back and give us an update?

I’ve used it for a few years and I hate it. It were out and the pockets are always damp and clammy. I should have never sold my Yukon set and gone looking for the “next best thing”. I’d like to buy a new Yukon set.

 

[archp625]

I’ve used it for a few years and I hate it. It were out and the pockets are always damp and clammy. I should have never sold my Yukon set and gone looking for the “next best thing”. I’d like to buy a new Yukon set.

Is that the KUIU Yukon jacking or that long Sitka coat? Thanks for your honest review.

 

[thinhorn_AK]

Is that the KUIU Yukon jacking or that long Sitka coat? Thanks for your honest review.

Ive nevr used sitka raingear, I sold my Kuiu Yukon to buy the M5 and regreat it.

 

[archp625]

Ive nevr used sitka raingear, I sold my Kuiu Yukon to buy the M5 and regreat it.

OK perfect. I like that one but the weight bothers me a little since I am an oz counter. But one day I do plan on coming to your awesome state so I want something that will keep my dry.

 

[WeiserBucks]

Hopefully the M7 is a step up from the M5. I bought the M7 set recently and haven't been able to use it yet.

 

[WyoArk]

Would the M5 hold up to 10 days bushwhacking in south east Alaska? Heavy rain is expected most days. Headed up to Bozeman next weekend and the M5 is on my radar.

 

[Firemedic710]

I have no firsthand experience with it but from what I’ve heard others say about it , no I wouldn’t trust it in Ak

 

[Fins_N_Tines]

I had an M5 rain jacket that fell off back of my office chair. the wheel rolled over it while sitting and I weigh 185lbs. the wheel cut straight through the poly face fabric into the membrane.

I ended up buying sitka dew point. The face fabric is nylon and its 20D. It is lighter than the M5 and seems much tougher. Also, the DWR on the dew point actually works whereas the M5 wetted out immediately.

 

[sr80]

I had an M5 rain jacket that fell off back of my office chair. the wheel rolled over it while sitting and I weigh 185lbs. the wheel cut straight through the poly face fabric into the membrane.

I ended up buying sitka dew point. The face fabric is nylon and its 20D. It is lighter than the M5 and seems much tougher. Also, the DWR on the dew point actually works whereas the M5 wetted out immediately.

the new dew point rain gear is pretty amazing for how light weight it is. Durable and breathes very well for rain gear.

 

[307ArrowSlinger]

Update after a few years on the M5? Im considering grabbing a jacket. Recommend??

 

[Fins_N_Tines]

Update after a few years on the M5? Im considering grabbing a jacket. Recommend??

Its a good jacket. I think the Sitka dew point is a little more durable which seems odd since the M5 is a heavier jacket and feels thicker, but I think the nylon of the dew point is just a little tougher.

 

[UpperLeft86]

bumping this again. I just got my M5, and really like the fit, and the fabric seems nice (although I feel like the softer face fabric will definitely wet out more quickly.)

Any other input on how it will hold up, particularly to really wet, cold climates and thick brush-busting (PNW here)? @B_Reynolds_AK are you still liking yours / would you buy it again? Leaning towards keeping it, but unsure if I should stick with my other Goretex Pro jacket.

 

[B_Reynolds_AK]

bumping this again. I just got my M5, and really like the fit, and the fabric seems nice (although I feel like the softer face fabric will definitely wet out more quickly.)

Any other input on how it will hold up, particularly to really wet, cold climates and thick brush-busting (PNW here)? @B_Reynolds_AK are you still liking yours / would you buy it again? Leaning towards keeping it, but unsure if I should stick with my other Goretex Pro jacket.

Negative. One hunt and it was returned due to excessive leaking. Performed worse than any other raingear I’ve ever used for my partner and myself both. This was the first batch made. Cannot comment on more recent production. It was warrantied and taken care of by SG, as per normal.

 

[UpperLeft86]

Negative. One hunt and it was returned due to excessive leaking. Performed worse than any other raingear I’ve ever used for my partner and myself both. This was the first batch made. Cannot comment on more recent production.

Oof. Was it the pockets or zippers? I noticed there are no zipper hoods on the pit zips. Really appreciate the info and speedy reply!

 

[B_Reynolds_AK]

Oof. Was it the pockets or zippers? I noticed there are no zipper hoods on the pit zips. Really appreciate the info and speedy reply!

100% not the zipper, pockets or user error. Membrane failed on first trip out, both in the shoulders and upper legs.