[pct-l] RE: pct-l Rain Gear

[ronyon at comcast.net (Ron Smith)]

> From: "David Dalbey" <david@dalbey.org>
> Subject: RE: [pct-l] Rain Gear
> I've had similar issues with my Precip.  It was fine the first year +
> but last spring it was wetting through. It seemed worse on the arms,
> specifically around the elbow joint, probably from flexing.  I've just
> recently washed it with Nikwax (?) but haven't really had a chance to
> get it out for a good test yet...
>
There's definitely a weight/durability/cost tradeoff with most parkas on
the market. I have a North Face parka that's perfect after 12 years, but
I don't take it backpacking anymore due to its weight. At the same time,
I never use my Precip for anything but backpacking since I don't want to
wear it out unnecessarily. If I can get several hundred wet trail miles
out of my Precip, at $99, I'll be happy.