Rain gear for carbine course?

snap_crackle_pop said:
I signed up for a carbine course next weekend and it looks like its going to rain. Anyone have recommendations on what gear to bring for a rainy training day?
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Lens covers for your optic. Even a simple
Hand towel works in a pinch.

I wouldn’t worry too much about mags and guns getting wet. They’ll run just fine as long as you have them lubed.

I don’t like them, but a lot of guys will wear gloves like Mechanix Wear.
 
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Extra socks and clothes for after. A poncho (if it doesn’t interfere with your gear).

A cloth for your optic like this maybe
 
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Tim said:
Lens covers for your optic. Even a simple
Hand towel works in a pinch.

I wouldn’t worry too much about mags and guns getting wet. They’ll run just fine as long as you have them lubed.

I don’t like them, but a lot of guys will wear gloves like Mechanix Wear.
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Ohh good point about optic cover. I'm running an eotech, should I worry about covering it? (I didn't take the housing off).
 
barf said:
Extra socks and clothes for after. A poncho (if it doesn’t interfere with your gear).

A cloth for your optic like this maybe
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Yeah I'm going back and forth on a poncho. Def seems like something that will get in the way of my belt. I like the idea for the cloth for optic!! I'm running an eotech so having something to wipe it with will be useful.
 
snap_crackle_pop said:
Yeah I'm going back and forth on a poncho. Def seems like something that will get in the way of my belt. I like the idea for the cloth for optic!! I'm running an eotech so having something to wipe it with will be useful.
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Run the poncho under the belt. Profit.

Well I guess it depends what belt you’re using if that’s possible or not.
 
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snap_crackle_pop said:
Ohh good point about optic cover. I'm running an eotech, should I worry about covering it? (I didn't take the housing off).
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Do you have too, no. But I would.
 
My advise, is to bring a change of clothes.

I would just run the class as is, meaning dress as is, and after, change into clean clothes after the event. boots, socks, t-shirt, pants etc.

If you got a rain coat, that's form fitting go for it.
 
Lens covers - plastic Baggie over the whole optic in between stages with a rubber band if it has electronics inside
Lube your guns well beforehand

As far as personal gear I have a rain suit that consists of a pair of bib overalls and a hooded jacket - sometimes I’ll take the jacket off to shoot but overall this works

A big ziploc bag for a dry towel for your face and extra lens cloths

Dry clothes and shoes for after the match and a big garbage bag for all the wet muddy crap so it doesn’t trash the inside of you vehicle
 
This is when having a belt that has an inner belt that can go in your loops, and a secondary padded one that can go OVER your outer layers is clutch. Ordered both with my belt and the padded one works so well and doesn’t move that I’ve yet to use the traditional inner Velcro one.
 
snap_crackle_pop said:
Yeah I'm going back and forth on a poncho. Def seems like something that will get in the way of my belt. I like the idea for the cloth for optic!! I'm running an eotech so having something to wipe it with will be useful.
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What belt are you using, out of curiosity.
 
BrettB said:
Lens covers - plastic Baggie over the whole optic in between stages with a rubber band if it has electronics inside
Lube your guns well beforehand

As far as personal gear I have a rain suit that consists of a pair of bib overalls and a hooded jacket - sometimes I’ll take the jacket off to shoot but overall this works

A big ziploc bag for a dry towel for your face and extra lens cloths

Dry clothes and shoes for after the match and a big garbage bag for all the wet muddy crap so it doesn’t trash the inside of you vehicle
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Trash bags!!! Ahh I always always always forget that! Inside of my car is always such a mess after my adventures.
 
JBoyette said:
My advise, is to bring a change of clothes.

I would just run the class as is, meaning dress as is, and after, change into clean clothes after the event. boots, socks, t-shirt, pants etc.

If you got a rain coat, that's form fitting go for it.
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This is my advice, as someone who has worked outside a lot during adverse conditions.
In the end, you're still going to be wet either due to rain, sweat, or both. Just embrace the suck. Most raincoats and rain wear work great if you're just standing around but aren't even made for heavy use and they tear and split easy during prolonged movement.

My suggestion would be a wide brim or boonie hat to keep rain out of your eyes and off your face and several pairs of extra socks plus a complete set of dry clothes to change into after it's over.
 
You do not need to keep an optic covered up. They can take a lot more abuse than rain. But a cloth to wipe it off every now and then, sure.

If you have a waterproof an anorak/pullover, that's great. If not, do not worry about it.

A good hat or boonie. Extra pair of clothes for afterward.

That's the kind of environment expression "embrace the suck" comes from.
 
I worked many days in the rain with a tool belt over my rain jacket. If you wear a jacket, make sure it is longer (at least to the crotch area 😳). A shorter jacket may be more comfortable and such, BUT once you start bending over, crouching, lifting arms, that rain water WILL find its way under your britches belt (lower back, belly, love handles). This time of year is my least favorite when it rains 🥶🥶🥶
 
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Chuckman said:
You do not need to keep an optic covered up. They can take a lot more abuse than rain. But a cloth to wipe it off every now and then, sure.

If you have a waterproof an anorak/pullover, that's great. If not, do not worry about it.

A good hat or boonie. Extra pair of clothes for afterward.

That's the kind of environment expression "embrace the suck" comes from.
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Appreciate the feedback! Yeah I figured at this point - just making it comfortable enough to keep the rain out of my eyes/optic clear so I can focus on the training aspect. The rest I'll just have to deal with.
 
Just as a followup on what worked:
- Having a cloth for my optic was great. My rifle got watered... a lot
- I wore waterproof ski pants and those kept me warm and dry while laying prone in a pool of cold water
- My goretex Salomons kept my feet dry and happy
- Wore my belt over my raincoat, totally worked
- Bring hand warmers for you and your classmates. My shooting gloves ended up getting soaked, so I did my best to keep my fingers warm.
- I found "Camp Dry Water Repellent" spray and used it on my shoes/hat and it prevented a lot of water and mud from sticking to everything.
- Trash bags were key. I was wet and cold by the time I got back to my car. Everything in the trash bag, warm dry clothes went on.
- Embraced the sucky weather and just enjoyed the process of testing myself and my rifle

Thanks everyone for the tips!!
 
JBoyette said:
My advise, is to bring a change of clothes.

I would just run the class as is, meaning dress as is, and after, change into clean clothes after the event. boots, socks, t-shirt, pants etc.

If you got a rain coat, that's form fitting go for it.
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EDIT: just looked at the dates and kept scrolling down and read the comments.

This. Rain gear will keep you somewhat dry but you'll still get wet from sweating due to lack of breathability.

I'd just bring a dry outfit to change into afterwards. What class are you taking?
 
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calebadam said:
EDIT: just looked at the dates and kept scrolling down and read the comments.

This. Rain gear will keep you somewhat dry but you'll still get wet from sweating due to lack of breathability.

I'd just bring a dry outfit to change into afterwards. What class are you taking?
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Yeah my inner layers were kinda wet but to your point prob from a little bit of sweating. It was really cold yesterday.

I took a carbine course with Jericho Tactical. Good stuff! Got to shoot from various positions. I probably should have brought my knee pads but it wasn't the end of the world. Laying in half an inch of water was bearable with a raincoat/water resistant pants.
 
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