Reincoat Pro review
The Reincoat Pro is made from a triple-layer fabric that is breathable, windproof and guaranteed to keep you dry with an official waterproof rating of 17,000mm. I have worn this in everything from light windy weather to torrential downpours and it has always kept me bone dry.
I am a big fan of the adjustable, waist-cinching design as it’s a lot more flattering than most of the other waterproof riding robes I have tried. This coat is designed to perform best in colder weather due to its warm lining. The full length offered great coverage in and out of the saddle.
Fit
I’m 5ft4in and a UK12 and I would normally size up in coats to accommodate layers. However, due to the oversize fit I was advised by Reincoat to test a small, which still gave plenty of room to play with if I needed to layer up. Definitely refer to their size chart before ordering. The coat finished just below the top of my boots and offered good coverage when in the saddle thanks to the ‘reinshields’ (skirt section) at the sides.
Features
The thick warm lining meant this is the coat I go to when it’s really cold and wet. I am not having to layer up as much, but find it too warm when running around doing day-to-day chores.
The hood has plenty of adjustment and is great once you have adjusted it to fit you. I can also adjust it to go over my riding hat, too if needed. I preferred to hook the hood back when riding as it was so big to prevent it flapping about.
The side zips and ‘reinshields’ keep you fully covered and protected when in the saddle and I didn’t find the coat got in the way at all when riding.
The fleece-lined outer pockets offer ample room for essentials and added warmth for cold hands, while the reflective detailing offers a small amount of added visibility when out and about.
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It is described as machine washable at 30°C. I haven’t washed it yet in order to preserve the waterproof properties for as long as possiblr, but will update as soon as I have done so.
Reincoat Pro vs Reincoat Lite
Both the Reincoat Pro and Reincoat Lite are made from the same high-performance fabric and offer an identical waterproof rating. The key difference is their design for use in different weather conditions.
The Reincoat Pro features a thick, warm lining, making it a heavier option better suited for colder temperatures. The Reincoat Lite is an ultralight jacket with a breathable mesh lining, a stowable hood and reflective detailing on the rainshields making it ideal for warmer, wet conditions where a lighter jacket is preferred. You could, of course, use the Reincoat Lite as an outer layer, and wear as many layers as you like underneath, if you wanted to make it work all year round.
Verdict
*H&H Approved* This coat is very warm with a thick lining so it does have a heavier feel – I would recommend it to anyone who feels the cold and is out in all weathers.
Who tested the Reincoat Pro?
I am products editor at Horse & Hound and have been testing products for the last 10 years. I own three horses who are on grass DIY livery, so I am up the yard at least twice a day, doing all the daily jobs of a horse owner and riding up to four times a week.
I live on Hayling Island, right by the sea, so regularly walk my dogs on the beach. As well as riding and walking the dog, I wore these coats on the school run, running errands in town, camping and endless hours in the field with my horses. To ensure I gave them a thorough test, I purposely went out in very wet weather on a regular basis – you can thank me later.
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