Team Vass 175 Unlined Waterproof Smock - Red/Black & Grey/Black
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Discontinued Product
Replaced by the Team Vass 220 Waterproof Range - See here
Many of you are probably aware that Vass are proud to be heavily involved with many of the National and International Fishing Teams over the years. Not only has it given Vass the opportunity to support these teams but it has also helped develop and hone the Vass ranges further. The Vass range is constantly developing to cope with the extreme conditions that the Teams face during intense competitions at home and abroad.
Inspired by the success of working with these top ‘Teams’ Vass have now launched ‘TEAM VASS’ editions which offer visual and technical advantages over standard models to meet the high demands of competition fishing. The Vass-Tex 175 ‘TEAM VASS’ Edition smock features redesigned colour combination, reflective print on both shoulders and arm (for safety when fishing at night) as well as usual features that the Vass-Tex highly proven smock offers.
Features Includes:
- New Left and Right external hand pockets
- New elasticated draw-cord with adjustment in lower hem
- New re-designed shaped hood with Clear peak (peak can be cut off should wearer prefer)
- New, Material upgraded to Vass-Tex 176 for higher performance & waterproofness
- New improved garment seam technology for strength and waterproofness
- Colour: Titanium Grey with Carbon Black & Red with Carbon Black
- Reflective shoulder print
- Reflective arm print
- Quad welded seams
- Fold out storm hood with upgraded draw-cord
- Large front pocket with Velcro and funnelled storm flap
- Elasticated cuffs and lower hem
- This garment is metal free to ensure no parts corrode during use
- Extended body length for improved water run off
- Quick drying after a wet day!
- Machine washable (no detergent recommended)
- Vass-Tex 175 material doesn’t need reproofing after washing
Who Is This Product For?
The Team Vass 175 Unlined Waterproof Smock – Red/Black & Grey/Black is designed for competition and active anglers who need dependable waterproof protection in demanding weather conditions. Developed through Vass’s involvement with national and international fishing teams, it combines practical fishing features with reflective detailing and a choice of distinctive colour combinations.
Ideal for:
- Competition anglers fishing in challenging conditions at home or abroad
- Active fishermen who need reliable waterproof protection without a bulky lining
- Night anglers who benefit from reflective prints on the shoulders and arm for improved visibility
- Anglers wanting practical storage from two external hand pockets and a large front storm-flap pocket
- Users requiring a shaped foldaway storm hood with an adjustable drawcord and clear peak
- Fishermen who value Quad-Welded seams and improved seam construction for strength and waterproofness
- Anglers looking for an extended-length smock that helps improve water run-off
- Users wanting quick-drying, machine-washable and metal-free waterproof clothing that does not require reproofing
The Team Vass 175 Unlined Waterproof Smock combines upgraded Vass-Tex 176 material, reinforced seam technology and practical weather-protection features to deliver reliable performance during demanding fishing sessions. Its reflective detailing, adjustable hood and hem, elasticated cuffs and bold Red/Black or Grey/Black colour options make it particularly well suited to competition anglers and those fishing in poor weather or low-light conditions.
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Based in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire Vass Textile Group manufacture and distribute the very highest quality waterproof clothing and waders. The company quickly established itself as a specialist market leader with products for the offshore fishing industry and fishing tackle trade.