[pct-l] Rain Gaer ?

[ruffwork]

I'm a big fan of Frogg Toggs DryDucks and use them during my normal walking around in the winter
here in Portland, also.  No good for bush wacking but the PCT is like a super highway most of the time...

ruffwork

> I'm one of those hikers who have torn their poncho and have sworn to never use 
> one again,
> 
> but keep in mind, it's not fair to compare a 400$ arc teryx coat to a 5$ thin 
> poncho.  i am unsure if anyone makes a quality ProShell 3L poncho or the like,  
> if so it may have enough abbrasion resistance to make it workable.  obviously a 
> theta AR jacket weighs like a pound;   but even the goretex Paclite you can get 
> a nice jacket for 8 to 10 ounces.
> 
> my poncho experiences were on the east coast, so a lot more branches etc.
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> ________________________________
> From: Brandon Reed <brandon.reed2008 at yahoo.com>
> To: pct-l at backcountry.net
> Sent: Wed, November 24, 2010 10:39:02 PM
> Subject: [pct-l] Rain Gaer ?
> 
> First off, Happy Turkey Day to all. Second, which one should I bring: Rain 
> Jacket or Pancho? 
> 
> I like the light weight simplicity of the Pancho along with its multiple 
> functions (rain, emergency shelter, pack cover, etc...), but will it keep me dry 
> 
> enough. On the other hand, how can I go wrong with the sure footed, tried and 
> tested, trusty old rain jacket, which can also be used for an added layer of 
> warmth. What about comfort and durability? Please help.
> 
> Brandon Reed 
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