http://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/rainwear-how-it-works.html this link gives you plenty of advice about the pro’s and cons of waterproof membranes and clear explanations of the various terms used.
After being a firm fan of protak for more years than I can recall, to then find they were closing down as we know it I was reluctantly forced to look elsewhere. H&H couldn’t guarentee delivery before Christmas and there were no off the peg alternatives that I would trust to deliver the promise here in UK.
I looked at Cabelas in USA and BassPro and they both were selling ideal gear for the outdoors. I settled on the Cabela Guidewear with thinsulate linings, in both the jacket and Bib n brace. The lining extends all the way down the legs and is non removable, this doesn’t bother me as this kit is for winter use. I have worn it recently and wearing only a thin pair of walking trousers and a lightweight fleece shell, I’ve been as warm as toast and stayed very dry.
The Total cost of it and getting it from USA to UK via DHL was £380. ordered it on a Friday evening online and it was delivered the following Thursday. Customs and vat charged at source, so shouldn’t be any follow on costs from the big bro.
The Jacket is longer than a ‘pole jacket’ which I feel gives better coverage of the back and doesn’t leave any cold spots, The hood is not stowable or detachable but in my view thats a plus as the detachable ones always seem to leak at the zip or poppers. Enough pockets inside the jacket. The Bib is very warm and the seat and knees are re-inforced. The side leg zips extend well up the leg and enable easy on off of boots. All in all I’m very happy with the purchase..there is also an uninsulated version too.
TF_Cutnut.
