Recommendations for a Breathable Waterproof Jacket

[Sakerman]

Afternoon all,

Can anyone recommend a Breathable but waterproof jacket? Been out this morning in my jacket normally used for shooting and after about an hour my T-shirt and light jumper are soaked and the inside sleeves of the jacket are wet. many thanks in advance.

Simon

 

[That hurts]

Depends what your budget is and intended use ... if just walking the mutt have a look at Ayacucho. If money's no object, try Arcteryx

 

[ford ranger]

As above, just bought a waxed jacket had one years ago, keeps me warm and dry.
But when out at night after rabbits it is quite noisy when walking, so back with the jack pyke.

 

[Sakerman]

It'll be for shooting around an HFT course and no real budget

 

[That hurts]

It'll be for shooting around an HFT course and no real budget

In which case, check out Harkila or Ridgeline

 

[Vard]

If your a sweaty beast consider something truly breathable like paramo which does not have a membrane. Even the best membranes struggle to let sweat out .
Or if it’s low energy and not moving around much something with a membrane is good.
Also if your lying about membrane is better as water won’t soak through.
Hth.
Vard.

 

[Bighit]

Most waterproof clothing is going to be boil in the bag if you are physically active . Some have vents on the back or under the arms . Fine if the wind is not swirling the rain about.
Wetting out can be a nightmare so keep up the DWR which let's the rain run off .


I take an Army poncho with me . Makes a great shelter if you want to ride out the rain unless it's on for hours.


My current ( had them since early 2000s) are prototype Working Climate Gore-Tex ones.

Basic jacket with two pockets and slip through pocket trousers.

My old Fishing Jacket was a boil in the bag item. An Ex NI Army jacket I believe .

Very noisy. Vents under the arms but the jacket is two layers of PVC coated nylon.

 

[Si_B]

If there’s no budget constraints then have a look at Keela, the best waterproofs I’ve ever used are the Mk4 SF jacket & the FWP (Foul Weather Pants). Not cheap but great kit!

 

[Vard]

Most waterproof clothing is going to be boil in the bag if you are physically active . Some have vents on the back or under the arms . Fine if the wind is not swirling the rain about.
Wetting out can be a nightmare so keep up the DWR which let's the rain run off .


I take an Army poncho with me . Makes a great shelter if you want to ride out the rain unless it's on for hours.


My current ( had them since early 2000s) are prototype Working Climate Gore-Tex ones.

Basic jacket with two pockets and slip through pocket trousers.
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My old Fishing Jacket was a boil in the bag item. An Ex NI Army jacket I believe .

Very noisy. Vents under the arms but the jacket is two layers of PVC coated nylon.
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I used to have one of the NI jackets. Used it for fell walking before I knew any better or could afford something decent.

 

[Bighit]

I used to have one of the NI jackets. Used it for fell walking before I knew any better or could afford something decent.

My mates brother gave me it. He was in the Royal Scots. I got the full DPM suit also. I only kept the NI one as I used it on the motorbike also until I got a bike specific one.

 

[Frappy]

I have a Harkila Pro hunter goretex jacket had it about 7 years , its an excellent jacket worth every penny.

 

[MrYan]

At the cheap end, any Austrian army goretex:

Austrian Army M65 "Gore-Tex Jacket" - Grade 1

This Austrian army M65 Gore-Tex jacket is genuine military surplus issue! It has a waterproof and breathable Gore-Tex membrane. Free Shipping! More Info.

forcesuniformandkit.co.uk

Austrian Army Gore-Tex Over-Jacket - Alpine – Grade 1

This Austrian army Gore-Tex jacket is genuine issue military surplus. Also know as the mountain or ECWS Gore-Te jacket. Great value for money. More Info.

forcesuniformandkit.co.uk

 

[Lee71]

Harkila Pro hunter x, brilliant jacket.

 

[Stockscrew]

I have a Peter Storm, Peter Parka purchased from GO Outdoors for under £50. Its one of the warmest coats I have, however, it's waterproof it does not state Breathable on the label so whether it is breathable I have no idea but it does not get clammy like some other brands. Presently in GO's sale at £44 and quite a bargain.