Originally Posted by
daihard
You're welcome. You're probably right. I tend to be cold, so if this one gets me warmed up in Seattle, it will definitely work too well for you in Texas!
For sure!
Originally Posted by
ben4345
I am having a hard time trying to figure out if you are wanting waterproof shell, or water resistant wind breaker?
Haha, I was too
Originally Posted by
Bandera
For commuting riders a traditional cycling "rain cape" (aka poncho) makes lots of sense, although not fashion sense.
One sits in a personal tent for good coverage and being open at the bottom the sauna suit effect is avoided.
Cycling specific designs cost from $20 to $250 depending on your requirements.
Combined w/ full mudguards commuting in wet weather is no big deal and a basic one can reside in a commuter bag for use whenever the drought breaks.
Not as stylish as having a logoed gore-miracle $$$ rain jacket handed up from one's team car but more practical.
-Bandera
From everything I read, it seems this would be good route, but I don't know if I could ride around looking like that. I may give it a try another time.
Originally Posted by
fietsbob
+1 with Bandera.. the air flow is open underneath, the shell itself can be waterproof, Coated.
WPB stuff gets leaky in a few years . more breathable , maybe... waterproof , no longer.
The lifespan of the coatings are one of the main things that worry me, but I think I'm up for the challenge of eventually re-applying the waterproofing molecules.
Well, after hours of searching and reading, I've finally decided to go with the Stoic Vaporshell. It ended up coming down to this jacket, the Patagonia Rain Shadow, and the more expensive Marmot Minimalist. I hope I'm not too disappointed! I really appreciate all the input guys. I probably would not have pulled the trigger as fast as I did if it wasn't for my backpacking trip this coming weekend at Lost Maples State Park. Watch it not even rain now!
