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Re: [at-l] gear choice in stark relief
- Subject: Re: [at-l] gear choice in stark relief
- From: Michael Henderson <mikeh@royalrobbins.com>
- Date: Thu, 27 Mar 1997 13:52:21 -0800
>I'm looking at two hooded rain jackets, both about the same size and weight.
>One is rubberized nylon, "guaranteed waterproof" (whatever that means), and
>costs $30. The other is REI's version of a "breathable" fabric, and costs
>$150.
i've found that "breathable" fabrics aren't very breathable above about
40F, maybe a little higher. if you do alot of early spring and late fall
hiking, my view is that the breathable types are "worth it"
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Michael Henderson mikeh@royalrobbins.com
Mountaineers are always free -- State motto West Virginia
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