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Great Value Kids School Coats

It's that time of year again, when the dreaded school uniform shop is due. We know how important is it to parents to have quality school uniforms which are durable and won't break the bank. That's why we designed the popular Vancouver, Ontario and Jamie school coats.

Top of the Class - Unisex Vancouver School Coat

Fleece lined for warmth, 100% waterproof, breathable and windproof, the Vancouver covers all the bases in terms of functionality. It features fully taped seams, two handwarmer pockets, a concealed hood and a drawstring waist, allowing that little bit of room for the little ones to grow into. The Vancouver School coat comes in three school friendly colours, navy, green and black and at just £36.99 is great value for money and built to last.

B for Boys - Jamie Boys School Coat

The Jamie coat has all the waterproof, windproof and breathable qualities of the Vancouver, without the fleece lining.  It features four front pockets, an integral hood and a colourful striped lining. 

A little added bonus is that the Jamie School coat features WDCS branding and a invite to sign up for free membership to the Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society. Target Dry actively helps the WDCS protect the endangered bottle nose dolphins in the Moray Firth in Scotland. Sign up for free to become a member and you will receive regular updates, competitions and prizes. What a great school project!

A Great Allrounder - Reversible Ontario School Coat

The Ontario Coat is a little bit special in that it is reversible. One side is anti-pill fleece, and the other waterproof with reflective safety detailing, making it a versatile year round item. This school coat is also waterproof and breathable and comes in small adult sizes for larger kids and teens!

TV Chef Michaela Chiappa wears a Target Dry Outrider Coat

Michaela Chiappa is the latest cooking guru to grace our screens on her new show “Simply Italian”. Born in Wales to Italian parents, Michaela has been bringing some style and sophistication to Channel 4, not only with her delicious pasta dishes, but with her good looks and choice of wardrobe. Imagine our delight when we spotted Michaela wearing one of our Outrider Coats in this week’s episode!

(Michaela (third from left) wears a Target Dry Outrider Coat)

Why it's So Good...

The Outrider Coat, is part of Target Dry’s Country Collection, a range designed to keep you dry and looking stylish while in the great outdoors. Since we are not blessed with balmy Italian summers, this 100% waterproof coat is useful all year round. The caped shoulders, checked lining and corduroy collar give this coat its style credentials, making it wearable in town or country. The adjustable rear vent, deep front pockets, and detachable hood mean the Outrider coat is also a practical piece of rainwear.

I want one of those...

So whether foraging the countryside for fresh ingredients is your thing or you simply want to look good while walking the dog, the Outrider Coat could be for you! You can get your hands on a 3/4 length Outrider Coat on Targetdry.com. We offer freepost to the UK via Royal Mail first class post, so you could have your very own Outrider in a matter of days!

You can watch Michaela collecting fresh ingredients for her Lobster Ravioli during Simply Italian (Episode 2) on Channel 4OD.

Waterproof Clothing Repair

Ah the pain of putting a big rip in waterproof gear. The feeling of water slowly trickling in makes it even worse… Or how about the fit not just being quite right? A zip that has finally died a death?

There are a number of options available to repair and alter outdoor equipment though... Save money and fix a jacket or overtrousers that have minor problems, and keep otherwise good gear out of landfills.

Tundra Repairs

http://www.tundra-repairs.co.uk

Based in Tyne & Wear, this company specialises in technical fabric repair and alteration. Not only are they a licensed Gore-Tex® repairer, they also cover fleeces, gaiters, rucksacks, ski/snowboarding clothing, and golf clothing. They even have a recommendation from BMW's motorcycle clothing department...

Repairs are guaranteed for 10 days, and the service is very sharp, with a 10 day turnaround.

Lancashire Sports Repairs

http://www.lancashiresportsrepairs.co.uk/

LSR is also a licensed Gore-Tex® repairer, but also cover a wide range of outdoor gear, from  hiking boot and rock climbing boot repairs to sleeping bags and tents. Alterations to your equipment can be carried out too, so you can get an even better fit on your new coat.

Common faults 

• Ripped garments 
• Zip Failures
• Seam Failures
• Stitching comes apart
• Missing Components (tents / rucksacks)

Mac in a Sac Packaway - 4* Review

We've just heard that our best seller has been given a nice 4/5 stars on the influential gear review blog - Gear Guide.

They said:

"What’s not to like about the Mac in Sac? Clever name, vibrant colors, solid waterproofing and breathability."

Here's the whole Mac in a Sac review for you gear heads. Be sure to also check out how we stack up against the REI Packable Fleet Jacket and The North Face Better Than Naked Jacket. All three jackets were tested in the Sierra Mountains, an area that has extremely changeable weather patterns.

Image Courtesy of Gearguide.info

Target Dry Holiday Delivery

Target Dry HQ will be closed Thursday 12th and Friday 13th July for the annual holiday period here in Belfast. Any orders placed online at this time will be dispatched on Monday 16th July.  If you have an enquiry, feel free to pop these through to us, and we will reply as soon as possible on our return...

The Target Dry Team