Well my 8-9 year old rain jacket as had it. I kinda knew it was going a bit but I put it to the test today on the pacific coast in Oregon and came away pretty damp under it after 90 minutes. It is nasty out here. High winds. Non stop rain. Feels like horse flies biting you when the rain hits your face. The 6 weight will see no action I’m afraid.
So my Marmot goretex is toast. Served me well. I have had Helly Hanson, Columbia, and Simms in the past and all did a commendable job. The Helly was real impressive but when it went it was a fast turn for the worse. The others gave you plenty of warning that they were failing.
So being in the market for a new rain jacket what is out there that I should probably check out before I make a decision. Looking at Dryness not insulation. Lightweight with a few functional pockets but nothing crazy. I’m willing to pay if it’s a great product. Also multi-purpose in terms of hiking, fishing, boating, and beach combing….. staying dry is the main thing. Thanks
So my Marmot goretex is toast. Served me well. I have had Helly Hanson, Columbia, and Simms in the past and all did a commendable job. The Helly was real impressive but when it went it was a fast turn for the worse. The others gave you plenty of warning that they were failing.
So being in the market for a new rain jacket what is out there that I should probably check out before I make a decision. Looking at Dryness not insulation. Lightweight with a few functional pockets but nothing crazy. I’m willing to pay if it’s a great product. Also multi-purpose in terms of hiking, fishing, boating, and beach combing….. staying dry is the main thing. Thanks