WATER-RESISTANT JACKETS

BUYER’S GUIDE Light weight protection for those days when the weather just can’t make up its flippin’ mind… Getting the right balance of waterproofing and breathability in a rain jacket is quite the challenge, there are just so many considerations in play. If you go for something entirely waterproof, you’ll very probably end up wet from perspiration; too open and the rain will do its thing. For this Buyers Guide, we’ve concentrated on jackets that promise breathability, as opposed to the lower-priced boil-in-the-bag types. Most of these jackets are constructed in layers, with a breathable membrane that allows water vapour to escape. While these fabrics work very well, they do have their limitations so need to be designed carefully to really allow them to perform at their best – a…

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