Berne Icecap Insulated Bib Overall vs Carhartt Duck Insulated Bib Overalls

Buy the Icecap if you work in wet, windy cold and want a shell that sheds water. Buy the Carhartt Duck Bib if you want the proven cotton-duck workwear feel, knee-pad support and ankle-to-thigh venting. The Icecap's 1,000 denier nylon is stiffer at first but stays dry where duck cotton soaks through; the Carhartt is softer, breathes better and has better leg zippers. Both are rated Arctic-weight and both draw strong owner ratings, with the Icecap slightly ahead on warmth in wind and the Carhartt ahead on long-term comfort and repairability.

• Choose the Icecap Insulated Bib Overall if you face rain, sleet or wet snow and need a waterproof shell with a high insulated back.
• Choose the Carhartt Men's Duck Loose Fit Insulated Bib if you want classic duck workwear, knee-pad compatibility and full-length leg zippers for venting.