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Title: Best lightweight packaway waterproof jacket
Post by: nesty on 02:12:38, 25/11/17
Christmas is aproaching and been asked for what I'd like for Christmas!

I would like a packaway breathable waterproof jacket.

I read the Marmot Precip been mentioned. However, a lot of the reviews mention breathabilty issues. It would be a dealbreaker for me, as require venting, as run hot.

Title: Re: Best lightweight packaway waterproof jacket
Post by: sussamb on 07:07:53, 25/11/17
I run hot too but most minimal waterproofs are likely to struggle in the breathability department.  Provided I'm not really pushing on I find the precipe acceptable.
Title: Re: Best lightweight packaway waterproof jacket
Post by: Pitboot on 07:40:48, 25/11/17
Alpkit Pulsar jacket. You don't know you are wearing it and it packs away to almost nothing. I love mine.
Title: Re: Best lightweight packaway waterproof jacket
Post by: Forkbeard on 12:46:54, 25/11/17
Christmas is aproaching and been asked for what I'd like for Christmas!

I would like a packaway breathable waterproof jacket.

I read the Marmot Precip been mentioned. However, a lot of the reviews mention breathabilty issues. It would be a dealbreaker for me, as require venting, as run hot.


I'm not sure if all Precip versions are the same but mine has pit zips which help. Also, the reviews that mention breathability issues are being a little unfair as the Precip is not made from breathable fabric anyway.
Title: Re: Best lightweight packaway waterproof jacket
Post by: NeilC on 08:04:55, 26/11/17

I'm not sure if all Precip versions are the same but mine has pit zips which help. Also, the reviews that mention breathability issues are being a little unfair as the Precip is not made from breathable fabric anyway.


The Marmot Precip? That's breathable. It's NanoPro.
Title: Re: Best lightweight packaway waterproof jacket
Post by: Forkbeard on 10:40:16, 26/11/17

The Marmot Precip? That's breathable. It's NanoPro.


Sorry, you're right it is. Must be the early onset of dementia :D
Title: Re: Best lightweight packaway waterproof jacket
Post by: Alan Kilroy on 11:36:56, 26/11/17
I'll agree that the Precip is not breathable. Have one for a few months now, use it occasionally when walking to work, if it rains or is really blowing and cold, it's always in my 10 litre backpack anyway. Waterproof yes, good in a downpour, but don't expect it to dry, inside or out in a hurry :)


If I put it on and walk, for example, a mile, it'll be wet on the inside. End of. Hence mesh pockets, to ventilate. Arm pits, to ventilate.


Whereas, my Buffalo Windshirt (Pertex, in my hiking backpack), now, that's breathable 100%, no question.
Title: Re: Best lightweight packaway waterproof jacket
Post by: Doddy on 15:31:33, 02/12/17
Marmot Extreme or OR Helium 2 are the best after my research; pricey though.
Title: Re: Best lightweight packaway waterproof jacket
Post by: Dyffryn Ardudwy on 16:53:55, 02/12/17
The Montane Atomic Jacket, is a pretty good example of a very lightweight fully waterproof jacket, and compared to many of the competitors, £125 is decent value.
I tried one on in Cardiff, the other day, it felt good, and looked well made.
Shop around a bit, and i bet you could get it under a £100.
Title: Re: Best lightweight packaway waterproof jacket
Post by: Semigoodlookin on 17:31:50, 02/12/17
I'll second the Alpkit Pulsar, a solid jacket. Higher end, the Rab Flashpoint (200g)is ultralight and ultra-waterproof. It's also very expensive and breathability is questionable, but I adore mine.
Title: Re: Best lightweight packaway waterproof jacket
Post by: gunwharfman on 11:43:47, 03/12/17
I agree with Mr Kilroy. If the Precip does 'breathe' in any way, I'm sure its very minimal. I have one and its served me well.
Title: Re: Best lightweight packaway waterproof jacket
Post by: gunwharfman on 11:48:29, 03/12/17
I'm looking for a single skin, maybe two skin waterproof, full length zip and windproof jacket, with a hood, without velcro tightening sleeves and which is long enough to cover my bum. Any suggestions please.
Title: Re: Best lightweight packaway waterproof jacket
Post by: jimbob on 14:22:27, 03/12/17
What about one of the new style ponchos that have an expandable area for to comfortably cover a full rucksack. I use a poncho and to stop it flapping about on windy days have a bit of thin bungee to use as a belt just under the level of the rucksack waist band. I am thinking about getting one of the new style ones having seen a few on the Camino.
Title: Re: Best lightweight packaway waterproof jacket
Post by: gunwharfman on 14:49:57, 03/12/17
I have a Vaude poncho, do you know who else makes a good poncho?
Title: Re: Best lightweight packaway waterproof jacket
Post by: Lazar on 17:20:06, 03/12/17
I've got a Berghaus paclite I rate it highly
Title: Re: Best lightweight packaway waterproof jacket
Post by: Ralph on 18:36:05, 03/12/17
Cotswold Outdoor are selling Paclite at £99,  normally £150. I have  had one for years and would recommend it for a lightweight,packable jacket. But it won't  cover your bump.
Title: Re: Best lightweight packaway waterproof jacket
Post by: Ralph on 18:37:26, 03/12/17
Sorry, that should read bum
Title: Re: Best lightweight packaway waterproof jacket
Post by: jimbob on 23:34:48, 03/12/17
GWM the one I fancy next is an Altus (see Amazon) it is more like a long raincoat but with extra pouch at the back to cover rucksack.
Title: Re: Best lightweight packaway waterproof jacket
Post by: Semigoodlookin on 04:57:29, 04/12/17
I've got a Berghaus paclite I rate it highly


The Paclite trousers are excellent too.
Title: Re: Best lightweight packaway waterproof jacket
Post by: Ralph on 06:17:54, 04/12/17
I agree, they are also a nice fit, not as baggy as most. O0
Title: Re: Best lightweight packaway waterproof jacket
Post by: Doddy on 12:05:24, 04/12/17
Some people on the Camino swear by the Altus poncho, I use Zpacks 3:1 Poncho.
Title: Re: Best lightweight packaway waterproof jacket
Post by: jimbob on 16:53:38, 04/12/17
HI Doddy.  yep the Altus was very popular . Some were very long and only needed high gaiters to keep lower legs dry. Because of  the way they fasten you don't struggle to get them over your backpack and they don't offer much chance of accidental paragliding. Not too expensive either. Not sure they are capable of the same level of ventilation as a more normal  poncho.
Title: Re: Best lightweight packaway waterproof jacket
Post by: HeatherHarri on 08:18:03, 25/12/17
My husband have Tri-Mountain Charger wind coat with mesh lining, it is Windproof and water resistant polyester and is lined with polyester mesh
Title: Re: Best lightweight packaway waterproof jacket
Post by: fernman on 09:12:32, 26/12/17
'Water resistant polyester' would most certainly not be suitable as a waterproof jacket over here in our UK climate!