Dryrobe or not?

[Kkinn]

My lovely boys do many activities during the week which requires me to watch from the sidelines. Football, rugby and running clubs. We also walk to school every day and I walk our dog at least once a day.
As we will start getting into the colder months I’m looking for recommendations for the best jacket that will keep me warm and dry!
I’ve looked at dry robes but are they worth the money? Do they keep you as warm and dry as reviewed?
Open to all suggestions and recommendations, I don’t mind spending a bit more money on something that is going to last
Thank you!

I would only get a dry robe if I did a lot of outdoor swimming which I do as we have a lovely river swimming spot down the road.
I wouldn't use it as a general coat, it isn't appropriate really. There are plenty of warm outdoor coats available that are more practical.

I have a Passenger Robe for outdoor swimming and tbh I find it too warm even for that, I think I'd melt wearing it as a coat. I am warm blooded though.

I regret not finding the plastic free Rapanui one before buying mine, worth a look if you care about such things. Might also be less sweaty!

I am a proud Dryrobe wanker! I wear it for dog walks mainly. I am WAY past the point of caring what people think about my clothes.

It’s quite funny that someone cites the existence of a ‘Dryrobe Wankers’ FB page as a reason to not get one. 😂

I have a dry robe and it’s perfect for what you have described. It’s fairly shapeless so certainly not flattering. It does the job and kept me dry in torrential rain. Also good in the winter as you can layer under it. Easy to get changed under it too.

I just had a good, waterproof, long coat from a camping and outdoor shop, and some decent shoes.

people are ridiculous about that
yeah I’m in Tesco and not near the sea - I’ve just been swimming in the reservoir! Unless you had followed me you wouldn’t know that

yes, this. I don’t care what people say, I’m warm and dry.

I have a dryrobe which I wear for after lake swimming mostly but it’s great for sitting around in post race (running) or to wear to keep dry if I’m marshalling a race. I couldn’t wear it out walking though, way too bulky. I have a Helly Hansen waterproof for dog walking and waterproof trousers if it’s really chucking it down.

I don't care either; there is nothing like my dry robe for when I'm camping and get a bit chilly, or when it just rains and rains.
I wear it for dog walks too, but we generally go along the tow path, so maybe that's OK, as it's near water.

I have an inexpensive version I love for camping or getting changed. I think they'd be great for standing around football pitches etc.
My friend loves hers for dog walking as it protects her clothes underneath from muddy paws so that's she can head straight to work without getting changed

I don't care if there are mean/humorous Facebook pages calling people dry robe wankers (- except that one man who posted a video of himself make a sexual gesture behind a woman wearing one, which was unpleasant. ). If a changing round is the most practical solution then I'll wear mine.

That's original.

For what you describe a closer fitting long down type coat with a hood would probably be more comfortable and snug.

I have the equestrian equivalent of a dry robe and it is great for layering and keeping everything underneath clean and dry but they are also a bit cumbersome and because of the roomy fit can be draughty.

My seasalt janelle or Tog24 down filled coat would probably do a better job for what you describe. You can add thermals or a gilet for extra warmth if you need it.

10 years ruby and hockey sideline watching experience here.

When the rain and wind is sleeting across your face on a Sunday morning they are excellent. You can wear them over all your clothes.

children can zip them together to make a massive warm tent when they have been subbed.

you can get in and out of your swimmers without flashing.

the pockets are big enough to stuff a scrum cap, gum shield, coffee cup in one side and gloves, scarf and a hat in the other.

they survive not being washed very often

I have a dry robe for swimming, I also have a great coat from Tesco which is lightweight but waterproof and exceedingly warm for anything else

Unless you are planning to get changed into a swimsuit while in the school run, im
not sure you need a Dryrobe.

There not as warm as you think because there so oversized you get a straight up them
granted they are warm if you put your hands in the pocket and pull it tight round you

No one would care about a site full of spiteful people who can't afford to buy them. It's the same as the posters on here who pile on to every single thread about designer goods. Mindless idiots whose opinions count for nothing.

I'm a Dry Robe wanker......... Yes I use it as a changing robe and I absolutely use it on the sidelines. Have been watching my kids play sport in it for five years and it is the best thing I ever did. The years before that I was cold, wet and miserable!
I wear my down jacket underneath in really cold weather and it has saved me a thousand times.
Water does drip off the bottom so a good pair of winter boots is a must in heavy rain though.
My sister has ridiculed me for wearing it and who knows what others say (especially when also carrying my yeti mug of steaming hot coffee 🤭) but I really couldn't give a toss.
Comfort over style in these situations at all cost.

Look at Oodie as they do waterproof warm dry robe style.

I swim a lot and if I had a pound for every woman who strips naked, puts on the dry robe loudly proclaiming “ I don’t even wear knickers, I drive home like this” I would be a wealthy woman. Dont! Wear a coat! Light weight down one

I wear it over the top of mine as even my long superdry coat doesn’t keep me warm enough when watching my son play football in the winter!

I have one for after sea swims, but it only comes out in autumn for over winter and then ends up not being used for most of spring/summer because they’re so warm I get furiously hot if I have to walk more than about 8 feet in it. Good to change your pants under when it’s windy and 8° though.

The thing with dry robes because it’s so oversized it keeps all of you dry, it’s practically a tent so you don’t come home with soggy trousers. I have one for OW swimming, it lives in the back of my car, if it’s cold, windy, rainy I don’t think twice about getting it out for dog walks, dog agility and yes I have worn it around Waitrose after a particularly cold (2.5 degree ) swim when I wasn’t ready to take it off.

I will however draw the line at getting a matching one for my dog.

dryrobe.com/collections/dryrobe-dog-robe?srsltid=AfmBOorN74BM7gAV2rKTNHN1wNQnyACm2SynR5o2aJOKUNfQskWzhnYT

Personally i wouldnt be seen dead in a dry robe! Having laughed many times at the fb page - dry robe wankers! Or a fleece with a wolf on for that matter (but thats another page!)

regatta do nice winter coats!

Fellow rugby mum 👋 regatta do a version of dry robe for about £50-60, lots of our mums at rugby have them life savers in the winter 🏉