Striker Ice Jacket, Where to get one, other than US?

[Born_to_fish_forced_to_work]

Hello, I have been looking for a floater jacket, can any one advise on a comfy one and the one that actually floats?

I have got bibs but not jacket.

Was looking into getting Striker Ice, but it seems the only available option is US.

Kindly advise whether it can be purchased withing Canada, or better yet GTA

Thank you

[centerspin]

A tackle store in Woodstock used to carry them 2 -3 yrs ago, don't know about now. Drove over there to try it back then, didn't like. Have friends with striker who like it. Got myself a Mustang catalyst coat on sale in Lebarons 2 yrs ago. It is comfortable and truly breathable but it is on a colder side and $$. Good for spring boating, unlike Striker it is a Canadian government approved PFD.

[4Perch]

Fishing World in Hamilton carries them, got mine there few years ago

[KingFisher123]

Fishing world on barton st might carry a coat go check it out. i work there and im pretty sure they might have one.

This post has been edited by KingFisher123 on Jan 19, 2017 - 04:06 pm

[klrjay]

LeBaron's has now closed its doors!

[avgefisherman]

Yes check Fishing World in Hamilton I got mine this year , I bought The Predator suite very comfortable but haven't go to wear it yet. Give them a call.....

[Born_to_fish_forced_to_work]

Thank you guys, this forum is very helpful.

[mydogbites]

We purchased our striker ice jackets three years ago. Super comfortable and so many pockets you can lose stuff in the jacket. I have never tried it if it floats but it is not coast guard approved. We use ours for spring fall boat fishing as well as winter ice. Just remember they are float assist only.

[Born_to_fish_forced_to_work]

What does float assist only means ? If I fall through ice and will hit my head and become unconscious for few secones, will I wake up to find my self on the bottom of the lake???

[avgefisherman]

The suit float's it will keep you over water and don't go out a loan fish with a friend in case something happens..

[Newburg007]

It means that is not a recognized "PFD". If in a boat, you have to have a coast guard approved PFD (legal issue). On the ice obviously this is not required. Check to ensure the suit is a "floater" and that it fits your size.

[mydogbites]

This is written on the label. "Striker Ice Surefloat flotation assistance technology assists you in keeping afloat for up to 2 hours when worn as a complete suit jacket and pants. This item is not a coast guard approved personal flotation device and will not prevent hypothermia." We purchased ours (jackets only) for ice fishing and have no regrets. They are warm, soft, not bulky, lots of cargo area, storm cuffs, hood and it may help if we go that one step over the stupid line. We didn't want the bulk of the floatation jackets and the one piece is too hot for us as walkers, so we opted for the comfort. Hope it helps.

[porkpie]

I bought my striker suit at fishing world as well, but I think they only sell complete suits. Worth a shot calling though, they are pretty awesome suits!