[pct-l] rain gear in summer

[daniel rufner <drufner@ucsd.edu>]

I think this post has it backwards. I prefer Gore in the summer as it
breathes in the warmer storms.  Many mountaineers use vapor barriers, i.e.
coated nylon, in winter as it holds in heat, the last thing I would want in
the summer.  Just a thought for what works. 
>>I don't see any compelling need for Goretex in August. Yes, the
Sierras do always have that rare chance of throwing nasty weather at
you. There's even been snow during the summer but it's not very
likely. The worst I plan for in summer is a nasty thunderstorm and
those don't usually last more than a few hours.

>>I'm not a big fan of ponchos. They're awkward and wind just seems to
blow the rain underneath them anyway. I prefer these light weight
coated nylon rain suits. That and _maybe_ a pack cover should be
plenty of rain protection."

>>- -Karl
Dan Rufner
Director, UCSD Wilderness Orientation
Director, UCSD Group Adventures
Outback Adventures
9500 Gilman Drive -0004
La Jolla, CA 92093-0004

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