I still prefer a hard shell over the clothing for serious water resistance. I wear layers under the shell according to temperature. A maybe less costly alternative to Gor-Tex is Helikon-Tex.
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JHZR2
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What’s with the mild Seattle climate that makes this such a hard thing? Are you set on the brand? A specific feature?
What actual climate requirements are you looking to deal with? Existing outdoors, long term, without an umbrella, in the cold? Or something more benign?
What actual climate requirements are you looking to deal with? Existing outdoors, long term, without an umbrella, in the cold? Or something more benign?
It was raining today. I wore my old military GoreTex shell over a thin jacket and a t-shirt. That was plenty warm at 54°F and I stayed dry. That thing is 26 years old. I also have a larger shell that I can wear over thicker jackets if necessary. I prefer a layered approach because I don't care for overheating.
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