Available Options:

SMALL - GREEN
MEDIUM - GREEN
LARGE - GREEN
XLARGE - GREEN
2XLARGE - GREEN
3XLARGE - GREEN
SMALL - HI-GLO ORANGE
MEDIUM - HI-GLO ORANGE
LARGE - HI-GLO ORANGE
XLARGE - HI-GLO ORANGE
2XLARGE - HI-GLO ORANGE
3XLARGE - HI-GLO ORANGE
SMALL - ROYAL BLUE
MEDIUM - ROYAL BLUE
LARGE - ROYAL BLUE
XLARGE - ROYAL BLUE
2XLARGE - ROYAL BLUE
3XLARGE - ROYAL BLUE

Frequently Asked Questions

The Vass-Tex 550 Series was developed following many years of market feedback to provide heavy-duty protection for demanding industrial environments. Its hardwearing yet flexible construction delivers extreme protection from water and wind while maintaining wearer comfort.
The garment features a special flexible and hardwearing PVC outer. This is combined with a cotton-blended reverse, which provides additional comfort and strength.
The bib and brace is designed to provide Extreme Aqua Protection and extreme waterproof performance, making it suitable for environments involving prolonged exposure to severe wet conditions and water spray.
Yes. Extreme wind protection is one of the principal features of the Vass-Tex 550 Bib & Brace, helping protect the wearer in exposed and demanding working conditions.
The area connecting the braces to the bib features reinforced box stitching for additional strength. The high-quality elasticated braces are fitted with fixed-lock buckles to provide a secure fastening.
The Vass-Tex 550 has a much wider fit than Vass’s other waterproof ranges. This additional room is intentional and allows several insulating layers to be worn underneath in extreme conditions.
The wider design was developed for fishermen working on trawlers, where multiple insulating layers may need to be worn underneath the waterproof garment for protection in extreme weather.
The Vass-Tex 550 Extreme Waterproof Bib & Brace is available in Hi-Glo Orange, Green and Royal Blue. Each colour is listed in sizes Small through to 3XL, and the product code is VC59-16.

Product Description

‘Vass-Tex 550 series’ is a result of many years of market feedback which has helped develop possibly the best industrial heavy weight waterproof available today.

Due to it’s hard wearing yet flexible properties the ‘Vass-Tex 550 series’ provides Extreme Aqua Protection as well as maintaining the highest level of comfort for the wearer.

Features Include:

  • Bib & Brace Reinforced ‘box’ stitching in brace to bib area. Braces feature fixed lock buckles attached to the high quality elasticated braces
  • Extreme Wind Protection
  • Cotton blended reverse for comfort and strength
  • Special Flexible & Hardwearing PVC outer
  • Extreme Waterproof Protection

Note: Sizes in this Vass-Tex 550 range are much wider than Vass's other ranges. They are designed for use on trawlers where the fisherman wear multiple insulating layers underneath for extreme conditions

Colours:

  • Hi-Glo Orange
  • Green
  • Royal Blue
Fixed Lock Buckles
Fixed Lock Buckles
Extreme Wind Protection
Extreme Wind Protection
Extreme Waterproof Protection
Extreme Waterproof Protection
Multiple Colours Available
Multiple Colours Available

Who Is This Product For?

The Vass-Tex 550 Extreme Waterproof Bib & Brace is designed for commercial fishermen and other users who need exceptionally tough protection in extreme wet and windy working conditions. Its heavyweight, flexible PVC construction and generously wide fit make it particularly suitable for trawler crews wearing multiple insulating layers underneath.

Ideal for:

  • Commercial fishermen working aboard trawlers in severe offshore conditions
  • Users who need extreme waterproof and wind protection during prolonged exposure
  • Fishermen wearing multiple insulating layers underneath their waterproof clothing
  • Workers who require a much wider fit than offered by standard Vass waterproof ranges
  • Users wanting a hard-wearing PVC outer that still remains flexible during demanding work
  • Fishermen who value a cotton-blended reverse for improved comfort and strength
  • Users requiring reinforced box stitching between the bib and brace area
  • Those wanting secure elasticated braces with fixed-lock buckles
  • Commercial crews requiring a choice of Hi-Glo Orange, Green or Royal Blue colour options

The Vass-Tex 550 Extreme Waterproof Bib & Brace combines extreme aqua and wind protection with a flexible, hard-wearing PVC outer and comfortable cotton-blended reverse. Its extra-wide cut, reinforced brace construction and room for substantial insulating layers make it especially well suited to trawler crews and commercial fishermen working in extreme conditions.

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Product Code: VC59-16

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About Vass

Based in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire Vass Textile Group manufacture and distribute the very highest quality waterproof clothing and waders. The company quickly established itself as a specialist market leader with products for the offshore fishing industry and fishing tackle trade.

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