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Rain & Wind
Rain jackets, rain pants, ponchos, wind shells and dry bags, compared on the waterproof and breathability figures each maker publishes, whether the seams are taped, and what the care label asks of you to keep it that way.
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Waterproof ratings, taped seams and pit zips, from the spec sheet.
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Side zips, ankle zips and pants that go on over boots.
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Pack coverage, wind and the NWS lightning rules.
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Roll-top dry bags, stuff sacks and pack liners.
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Bibs and heavy-duty jackets built for a full shift.
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Weights, wind figures and when the NWS says to fold it.
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Waterproof gloves and gaiters, on what each maker claims.
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Frogg Toggs vs Helly Hansen on the makers' own listings: breathable nonwoven and nylon rain suits against PU raincoats with welded seams, for trail, boat and job site.
Marmot PreCip Eco vs Columbia Watertight II and Arcadia II, compared on the makers' own specs: fabric, taped seams, pit zips, cuffs, hood, packing, sizes and care.
Tall GORE-TEX and coated-nylon gaiters for snow and wet brush, and low trail gaiters for mud and grit, compared on fabric, height and each maker's waterproof claim.
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