I don't think I would ever buy anything goretex simply because of the price. I actually bough a non-cycling (but adequate for that purpose) goretex jacking at a thrift store a couple of weeks ago for $10. I didn't notice a huge difference in breathability between my other nylon or polyester rain jackets (maybe a little better but you still sweat) it was very waterproof though and I'll continue to use it, but I wouldn't have paid 200 for it. Diminishing returns on my dollar are too great. Maybe someday when I am wealthy beyond my wildest dreams.