Gear That Works as Hard as You Do: Meet the New Kaiwaka Stormforce Range
Posted by Rob Whitchurch on 31st Oct 2025
Next-Gen Wet Weather Gear for Field and Farm
After years of real-world testing, the Stormforce range has been re-imagined for today’s toughest conditions.
Kaiwaka reached out to their global network of farmers and asked a simple question about their Stormforce range 'What needs improving?' And they answered. Improved durability, full weatherproofing, unrestricted movement, extra storage, less bulk and improved breathability - from that feedback, Kaiwaka's gone back to the drawing board.
Developing new technologies to deal with the realities that farmers face everyday, the new Stormforce Range has undergone a massive redesign. Twin Skin Technology, ensures a 100% waterproof and windproof design, while still being breathable and comfortable to wear without the bulk.
Seamfused Technology and DryCuff Technology work together to create an impenetrable water tight barrier, and when paired with the new magnetic stormflap, you end up with full weather protection, even if its raining sideways.
A new cut delivers unrestricted mobility that moves with you, allowing more freedom of movement that doesn't slow you down, while improved storage keeps all those tools and essentials close at hand.
In short, the new and improved range works has hard as you do, from 4am starts to long days out in the field, when clocking off early is not an option.
The new Stormforce range isn't a redesign, it's a response based on real feedback from real farmers.
What's New & Improved About Kaiwaka Stormforce
The Stormforce Range - Shaped by Farmers, Designed to Perform, Made to Outlast
Stormforce Winter Jacket
Brand new for 2025, the Kaiwaka Stormforce Winter Jacket has been designed to survive even the harshest winter storms. Combining Kaiwaka's Twin Skin Technology with a fleece-lined inner, this heavy-duty farm coat keeps you dry, warm and moving. With multiple pockets for all those essentials and tools, the built-in peaked hood has been designed to give you better peripheral vision, while the longer rear tail flap offers extra coverage where you need it most.
High-visibility reflective tape along the arms, hood, pockets and back enable you to stay safe while you work in low-light conditions. With a fleece lining that locks in warmth and a mesh lining that boosts breathability so you stay comfortable, this heavy-duty farm jacket stands up to even the worst winter weather.
Stormforce Parka
Made for rural life, The Stormforce Parka offers complete protection from the elements. Delivering full waterproof and windproof protection, its full length design combined with a peaked hood for increased protection from the elements, keeps you covered, even in sideways rain.
Internal mesh lining allows for increased breathability and airflow, keeping you body temperature regulated and you comfortable. With reflective tape along the arms, back, pockets and hood, to keep you safe during the late nights or early mornings, and multiple pockets for those essentials, this weatherproof farm jacket can withstand even the harshest working conditions.
Stormforce Bib Overtrousers
Designed for serious work in all weathers, the Stormforce Bib Overtrousers are designed for long days in the field. Fully weatherproof for peace of mind, the extra thick adjustable elasticated straps ensure a secure and close fit as you go about your day.
With reinforced knee patches, watertight chest and hip pockets to keep essentials dry and close by, these Bib Overtrousers can outlast the elements and whatever else you throw at them.
Stormforce Overtrousers
Designed to go the distance, even in the harshest conditions, these weatherproof overtrousers are made for life on the land.
With a elasticated waistband and non-slip fastener for a close and secure fit, the watertight pockets keep essentials dry and close by for when you need them.
The mesh lining keeps air flowing and helps wick any moisture away, keeping you comfortable till the jobs are done.
Stormforce Lady of The Land Winter Jacket
New for 2025, The Kaiwaka Stormforce Lady of the Land Winter Jacket delivers serious cold weather protection, even in the harshest conditions.
ith Kaiwaka's signature Twin Skin Technology matched with a fleece lining, this heavy duty farm coat works with you. A breathable mesh lining helps keep air flowing and your body temperature regulated, while a built-in peaked adjustable hood keeps the elements at bay.
With multiple pockets to keep essentials and tools close by, a reflective trim along the arms, back, pockets and hood, keep you safe during early mornings and late nights. It's a farm coat that is perfect for even the harshest of working environments.
Stormforce Lady of The Land Winter Parka
Designed for women who work on the land in all conditions, the Kaiwaka Stormforce Lady of the Land Parka, delivers serious protection when you need it most. This full-length weatherproof farm jacket is purpose-built for life outdoors.
Combining seam fused technology with Kaiwaka's TwinSkin Technology, this heavy duty farm coat keeps you dry, warm and moving freely. The breathable mesh lining wicks moisture away and helps regulate body temperature, while multiple pockets help keep essentials and tools close by.
With a reflective trim that keeps you safe during low light working hours, it's an all-weather parka that's made for long hours in the field.
Stormforce Lady of The Land Winter Bib Overtrousers
Designed with the hard working woman in mind, the Stormforce Lady of The Land Winter Bib Overtrousers provide full weather protection, while keeping you comfortable as you go about your day.
Thick adjustable elasticated straps ensure for a secure fit, while the mesh lining keep air moving so you don't overheat.
With waterproof pockets to keep tools and essentials close-by, these bib overtrousers are built for those long days on the farm.
Stormforce Lady of The Land Winter Overtrousers
When you need gear that works as hard as you do, these Stormforce Lady of The Land Winter Overtrousers go the distance. Fully weatherproof, the mesh lining helps keep your body temperature regulated and you comfortable throughout the day.
The elasticated waist and non-slip buckle ensures a tailored and secure fit, without restricting your mobility.
With two pockets to keep essentials nearby, these overtrousers will keep you dry and comfortable on the farm without slowing you down.
Technology
Twin Skin Technology
Each piece in the Kaiwaka Stormforce range features Twin-Skin Technology - a bonded dual layer system that's been engineered to create an impenetrable barrier against the elements and keep you comfortable all day long.
The tough outer layer is created from mechanical ripstop fabric that not only resists tearing but also shields you from the wind and rain as you go about your day.
The middle layer has a laminate coated membrane that enhances the waterproofing capabilities and ensures no matter how heavy its raining, you'll stay dry throughout.
Inside, the lightweight polyester lining wicks moisture away, keeping you cool and comfortable and prevent that clammy feeling you sometimes get with other waterproofs.
RipStop Fabric Technology
Built from heavy duty 500D polyester, Kaiwaka’s RipStop Fabric Technology is engineered to handle the toughest outdoor environments without compromising on comfort.
A reinforced cross-hatch grid is woven directly into the fabric, distributing stress and stopping small tears from spreading, so even if a snag occurs, the damage stays contained.
Built to perform under pressure, this heavy-duty fabric balances low weight with high tensile strength that delivers serious durability without sacrificing flexibility and comfort.
SeamFused Technology
Developed exclusively by Kaiwaka to withstand the harsh realties of working outdoors, SeamFused Technology eliminates the risk of any water seeping in through the gaps that traditional stitching leaves behind.
By high-frequency heat welding the seams of the garment, a seamless, watertight bond is created which results in total waterproof protection, no matter how harsh the weather gets.
In addition to its waterproofing benefits, Seamfused technology also provides excellent resistance to farm chemicals, oils and abrasions, making it perfect for the farming industry.
DryCuff Technology
When the weather turns, sleeve cuffs are one of the first places water seeps in, and one of the last places to dries. DryCuff Technology is Kaiwaka’s solution to that problem, engineered to block water ingress and keep your sleeves, and you, dry all day long.
At its core is a flexible neoprene seal that forms a comfortable fit around the wrist, creating an watertight barrier against water, mud and chemicals, all without restring movement. The cuff has an integrated sleeve cover for added protection against bumps and scraps, while the internal mesh lining helps regulate body temperature and minimises sweat build-up, keeping things comfortable throughout the day.
Lifetime Warranty
Kaiwaka are proud of every garment they produce and understand the demands of daily life. That's why each piece in the Stormforce range is backed by Kaiwaka's Signature Lifetime Warranty.
During its lifespan, if the garment ever fails due to a manufacturing defects, wear and tear or accidental damage even after years of use, Kaiwaka will repair the garment, completely free of charge
Frequently Asked Questions
| Feature | Legacy Version | New Version | Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Storm flap/closures | Traditional dome/snap closures over the zipper | Magnetic storm flap over zipper | Easier to use in wet, cold, or gloved hands; flap automatically stays closed |
| Pockets & storage | More modest pockets, more basic access | Redesigned dual-entry pockets, increased capacity | Easier to access tools, secure storage without sacrificing usability |
| Visibility / reflectivity | Minimal reflective detailing | Added more reflective tape front and back | Better safety in low light, early/late work hours |
| Breathability / internal airflow | Inner lining + twin-skin technology, but ventilation could be a limitation | Re-engineered lining structure with mesh inserts for better airflow between layers | Reduced overheating, faster drying, more comfort during strenuous work |
| Construction | Twin-skin construction with welded or seam-sealed joints | Improved Twin-Skin Construction with Seamfused technology (precision-welded seams) to reduce stitching failure points | More reliable seam integrity, fewer leaks or weak points over time |
| Hood & peripheral vision | Traditional hood design; users sometimes complained about domes or flaps being awkward | Improved full-face stormproof hood with better design for peripheral vision and adjustments | Better sight when wearing hood; less “blind spots” for farmers who need to monitor surroundings |
| Drainage / hem / cuff design | Older models had basic hem and cuff finishes; water pooling or ingress in cuffs/hem was sometimes a user gripe | Mesh inserts for drainage and airflow at cuffs/hem; improved cuff sealing (DryCuff) | Prevents water trapping, reduces weight, increases comfort |
| Warmth | Old models could be quite warm, sometimes causing overheating in strenuous work | Better lining, ventilation, and more balanced structure | Clothing dries faster and regulates body temperature more efficiently |
| Ratings | Waterproof, and a mid range breathability rating | Increased breathability and waterproofing | Keeps user dry and comfy even in sideways rain |
| Design feedback | Earlier designs were durable but sometimes cumbersome; farmers would complain about “domes are a pain,” or pockets being hard to access in wet conditions. | The redesign was explicitly driven by farmer feedback | The new range is more user-centric — changes are not just cosmetic but based on real usage challenges |