Musto Jackets - any good?

[TWMD]

Does anyone have any experiences with Musto jackets? Are they warm/waterproof?

Alternatively, any other recommendations for a good winter coat?

 

[Red-1]

Yes, and yes. More than showerproof, not quite stormproof.

Mine was a blouson and it did mean a wet backside.

Love Musto chaps too.

 

[lar]

I've no idea what they are like these days but I still have a Musto coat that I bought from Derby House when they were still in their little shop in Parbold - so it must easily be 15 or more years old. It could do with reproofing but it's still a good coat and comes out every winter.

 

[Harriett13]

Musto clothes are brilliant - virtually the only make that is actually waterproof and does what it says on the tin. I have a rather old long riding coat which ticks every box and is still going strong. I have their snug jodhpurs too and i've never had cold legs in them - worth every penny x

 

[dogatemysalad]

Musto coats are really good quality, but like all jackets, the range covers showerproof, waterproof, lightweight and warmy. They're one of my favourite brands, but usually wait for the sales.

 

[HappyHollyDays]

I bought one last year, it has a thin fleece lining and is snug in the winter and so far it has stood up to every downpour it's been subjected to. Got it on sale at Hope Valley although if you go to Musto direct they sometimes have some good deals.

 

[mini_b]

I’m onto my 4th musto blouson. As above, more than showerproof (yes to wet bum) but really practical. Super warm, can wear a T-shirt underneath and be super toasty, lovely fleece lining, internal zip pocket.
No wind leaking at seams etc. I’ve had them from age of 8/9 until now (30’s) for riding. They are brilliant.

 

[TWMD]

Fab thanks all! I will be making a purchase I think!

 

[Sussexbythesea]

I bought a Musto Long canter last year and the zip is very weak and it broke in a few months. It is waterproof though and I’m hoping I can get the zip replaced meanwhile I use the outer poppers to do it up.

 

[AmyMay]

Love Musto. I always rode in them and now have yachting ones for dog walking.

 

[Roxylola]

TK Maxx do often get the Musto sailing wear in at this time of year - well worth a look.
Yep, had a rising one for years, washed well always looked smart, from either Derby House at the big shop they had for a bit or Fearn's farm lasted at least 15 years of heavy wear and washing. Eventually it sort of disintegrated and I did bin it but I've replace is with a blouson which is proving a good buy up to now (3 years in)

 

[Leo Walker]

I love them! They kept me warm when I was out teaching in all weathers!

 

[OrangeAndLemon]

Yes. Warm, comfortable and waterproof despite being washable...I followed their instructions and it washes great. Mine's on its third winter and still my favourite.

 

[The Fuzzy Furry]

Yes, love my Musto canter, brought for a steal at 25 delivered in August last year!

 

[AmyMay]

Always worth a little scan on EBay.

 

[huskydamage]

I'm on my second musto snug, I love it wear it pretty much everyday in winter. All the pockets zip up so you don't loose stuff. Mines black and smart enough that it doubles as a hunt/comp jacket for me on crappy weather events/soggy meets. Its warm and 'shower proof' but you will get wet in a torrential down pour.

 

[milliepops]

bucking the trend but I have a musto tweed which is fabulous it was a rather spendy xmas present a few years ago but is great in wind, rain and cold.

 

[silv]

Musto clothing is expensive, but well worth the money, it does what is says it will do, lasts for years and looks very smart.

 

[Jeni the dragon]

I've got a lovely thick musto jacket, which is great, along with a thin one. Both getting on a bit now but still wash well and are pretty waterproof.

 

[Myloubylou]

I bought a Musto Long canter last year and the zip is very weak and it broke in a few months. It is waterproof though and I’m hoping I can get the zip replaced meanwhile I use the outer poppers to do it up.

yep same but still like the coat

 

[J&S]

Yes, love my Musto jacket, warm and cosy but breathable, light and water poof. I bought it in an after Christmas sale at least three, if not four years ago and it is still in good condition despite constant winter wear. I had to have a new zip put in, the people who wash/mend my rugs did this and also re-proofed it.

 

[Lady Jane]

The fabric and design is great (does what it says on the tin depending which style you choose) but I don't think the zips are the quality they used to be. I do wash with the appropriate fabric proofer and find they maintain the original level of water proof for a few years. I must admit I am a zip destroyer so could say that about many brands - I think they all are going or cheaper zips. And I like the bright colours which means they get washed alot

 

[Griffin]

I am a Musto fan too! I have still got a Musto Snug Rider that I was bought for Christmas 20 years ago (I wear it in the garden) and it's still warm and waterproof. I have also got some of their newer coats and I just love them.

 

[Midlifecrisis]

I have a long riding coat from musty which I bought 18 years ago and I still wear it. The cuffs are fraying but I’m always dry.

 

[Myloubylou]

The fabric and design is great (does what it says on the tin depending which style you choose) but I don't think the zips are the quality they used to be. I do wash with the appropriate fabric proofer and find they maintain the original level of water proof for a few years. I must admit I am a zip destroyer so could say that about many brands - I think they all are going or cheaper zips. And I like the bright colours which means they get washed alot

what water proofer do you use out of interest?

 

[teacups]

I bought a Musto Long canter last year and the zip is very weak and it broke in a few months. It is waterproof though and I’m hoping I can get the zip replaced meanwhile I use the outer poppers to do it up.

Interesting, I bought one too last year. It's not had much use yet as I am still wearing out the old battered coat first and saving this one for when I want to look a bit smart...but the zip seems weak and I think it will break soon.

ETA Other than that, it's a great coat OP - I got mine from TK Maxx.

 

[pansymouse]

Both my Mustos are over 15 years old and still going strong. When they begin to leak I get my rug lady to reproof them and off they go again. If they still did the 3/4 length riding coat I've got I'd buy another in a heartbeat - it's called a Safe Rider and is bright yellow with reflective markings - a perfect warm and safe winter coat.

 

[Hormonal Filly]

It seems I will disagree as I have had no luck with my Musto jacket

I bought a Musto riding last September, possibly the BR1 canter? it was about £150 reduced from £200. It was great for about 6 months but then started leaking and wasn't waterproof. Hadn't been washed prior to this. It is blue and stains so easily, even a bit of mud can stain it. Wouldn't recommend one of those.

Yet my OH has a Musto tweed jacket and its excellent, might be because its gore-tex.

 

[eggs]

I have got Musto jackets that are more than 25 years old and still going strong - a big fan here.

Do not wash the jackets in biological powder though as this destroys the water proofing.

 

[Lady Jane]

what water proofer do you use out of interest?

Nikwax - the tech wash and the proof maintenance