Becoming a dry robe wanker for dog walks.

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Think I might do it.
For walking dogs and walks round local marina. I just wanta dry, warm, roomy coat.

I got one for Xmas and love it! Mines a camo one too 😆

Dry robes are excellent for what they are designed for.
I thinknthere are better options for dig walking. I love my Trespass quilted coat that goes past my knees. I love my dry robe for getting changed after a swim.

Do it, I have a couple and do the horses in them every day. They're fine to walk in (there's a lot of walking involved in keeping hoses) and very popular with horsey people! Where I live there are a lot of dry robe wankers about! Possibly near you as there are a couple of marinas in my town!

Got one for Christmas! Fully paid up wanker now. I swim in the sea year round but have been out for walks in it, too.

If you go for an actual DryRobe get a size smaller than they suggest if it’s not for changing under; they’re massive.

https://www.walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-news/drivers-warned-wearing-coats-could-30896605

You could have a look at Rein Coats too. They are a horsey brand (hence the spelling) and similar to Dry Robes.
My daughter has one & it’s great for dog walking.

do you swim during winter ? where on the coast pls?

I’ve got a copy cat one from home bargains , it’s khaki green with an orange fleece lining , £20 ish , bloody brilliant! I’ve got a small and it’s massive , I often wear it, can also fit a smaller ‘normal/nicer’ coat underneath it which is useful.

I despise them apart from when they’re used for post-swimming (their intended purpose). Honestly when I see people walking in them they just look ridiculous! They’re huge and shapeless and a weird triangle shape, and people act like no other waterproof/warm coats exist….
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I got one for Christmas 2 years ago, and got over being a wanker really quickly. I wear mine daily for dog walks this time of year, the pockets are roomy and with a t-shirt on I don't overheat. Also keeps me clean and dry

Do it, I’m so warm and dry with the dog. Big pockets for treats and poo bags!

I do think the people wearing them for dog walks when it’s 10c or so do look a bit daft. A regular winter coat would surely be sufficient. I guess if you’ve forked out for a real Dry Robe you’d want to get your moneys worth.
I have an Amazon knock off that doesn’t even have the rainproof outer. I wear it when I get out of the lake or river.

Not for me, but we do have one of their dog coats (i.e. coat for the actual dog rather than its walker) and it is great!

I recently joined the ranks of the Equidry Wankers. Best coat I've ever had.

https://www.seasaltcornwall.com/chapel-rock-waterproof-parka-coat?color=45028

Am considering that and sizing up.

Also because it matches my new wellies

https://uk.tommy.com/warm-lined-cleat-ankle-rain-boots-fw0fw08974h04

I have been looking at these - I like that the branding is subtle, as opposed to my Free Spirit one. What’s the material like please?

I got a Regatta one cheap off Vinted. Dont really care if some rando thinks I look like a wanker!
I wanted a good waterproof coat that I could fit a big bag underneath, so I dont have to worry about having a waterproof bag too (even if it does make me look pregnant!LOL).
TBH though I havent had to go out yet in any bad weather so havent got to wear it. I did see someone in the same coat walking around Sainsburys on a dry day though and thought 'why?'....

I’ve got this non-Dry Robe Dry Robe. It’s excellent and a bit better looking than a regular dry robe

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Adult-Waterproof-Changing-Fleece-Lining/dp/B0BHM94F5B/ref=mp_s_a_1_20?crid=NX5M4BVQN6RW&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.NR9hCFcodSBptDI-mQE7RH-Qww75c5kiDM-VK8ch_MDWoWXiv-FADO8o_ml0O7AWp6q-VogKq1caU9UkKzzDnkZiu18hETcNhLO8fyCNA7x7hCK35eYx1uu1pXI6gjcnDikAfGvhEWMyR1MDMzzs_rvwhLVgHs7NcPN2gWb9nlDagkMjyCvvg19_WxKVQsy1TDur-tj2Vvud6ZNvywTxQ_KwPAlSEFmAfaI4edhUoM04gm0Kia959xzJh0A0EQZbN21WrxPN8VpzC81JUWPet8IIvcE136boxRpAo7Sh5_4.CMM5xRUYiWkEsAjx8cNGmx_vw6NjoYtta8TcjNui2Bc&dib_tag=se&keywords=dry+robes+adult+womens&qid=1767009793&sprefix=dry+ro%2Caps%2C99&sr=8-20

They're brilliant. I bought mine for swimming but it is the best thing ever for watching kids play football in February. Wouldn't be without it

Get the HollandCooper dry robe. It's very stylish, one size and is much less dry robe vibes.

I think Drywalks coats are better all round for dog walking than dry robes.

Way out of my budget

I have an Orla Kiely one from Regatta and I love it but yes, not ideal for walking in. They were mega reduced before Christmas. DS plays rugby and football so I mostly stand around in it!

If you want a cosy long coat, this is a good one. I have it in green.

https://www.mandmdirect.com/01/details/QW1419/Trespass-Womens-Audrey-Waterproof-Padded-Hooded-Coat-Black

I think people are over hyping my walks. I have a chihuahua and an elderly pug. I'm not hiking.

No, but they are crackly, not flexible and swishy. Like a big crisp packet.