ESP Super Grade Salopettes

ESP Super Grade Salopettes

Like the traditional bib ‘n’ brace, salopettes are fast becoming a ‘must-have’ item in the winter angling community. Originally used by fans of winter sports in order to keep warms on alpine ski slopes, salopettes are exceptionally warm, as well as being both water and windproof. This has made the French ski trousers incredibly popular on the British bankside and these Super Grade Salopettes from ESP are proving to be a cut above the rest.

These ESP Super Grade Salopettes are a new version of the original from the brand. The most noticeable difference between the old and new design is the position of the zip. Unlike traditional salopettes, which have the main zip directly down the front of the chest and trousers, the ESP Super Grade Salopettes have a side access zip. This is completely unique and has a number of benefits. Most obviously, having the zip down the side of the garment means that ESP has been able to fit its salopettes with a large front pocket, as well as offering the traditional hand warmer pockets on the hips. This is ideal for the storage of any angling items that you’d like to have close to hand on the bank – for example, your bite alarm receiver. A secondary, less obvious benefit is the increased warmth that you ensure –especially when you’re wearing the salopettes with the ESP Super Grade Jacket (or any other angling jacket). Zips are often the point at which any draughts or dampness will enter an item of clothing and by misaligning the zippers on the products you are ensuring a secondary line of protection against this.

 The ESP Super Grade Salopettes boast elasticated shoulder straps, which ensure a comfortable fit whether you’re stood at the bank with rod in hand or you’re crouched over your tackle box constructing your killer rig. The knees of the trousers have been reinforced and double layered, ensuring that you don’t suffer from any premature wear and tear. As a final feature, these salopettes have water resistant boot zips at the ankles, allowing you to quickly pull them over your existing angling clothing the moment the weather takes a turn for the worse.