Thread: Jacket, what would you choose?

I still use a swani, if that ever gives up the ghost I would probably look at a cactus, the couple of bits of theirs I have a damn solid!

@Shelley how do you find the swani over a 3-5 day trip? We have some and go a day in the rain they are the business but after a few nights getting soaked in them I find they aren't as water proof as they once we're. Granted they are over 20 years old and still decent.
Cheers

I emailed Swazi to ask them about a light weight option and got this from them which looks exactly what I'm after except for the lack of pit zips maybe.

Swazi had one at sika show, not sure when it's due out
Waterproof shell type jacket, light as

That looks really good. Hopefully the water proof stats are still good

Hopefully they've fixed the fucken hood!

What's the issue with the hood?

Don't discount the "tramping" brands. There is a lot of good gear out there and you can also choose a colour other than green. Only disadvantage is that they are usually made of noisy materials but if it is raining I am usually heading out of the bush anyway.
Personally I use a light waterproof shell and layer underneath it depending on how cold it is. I have found this a more versatile (and lighter) way to go. Your rain jacket doesn't have to keep you warm - just dry.

Originally Posted by Shearer

Your rain jacket doesn't have to keep you warm - just dry.

I'm with you on that one. Much rather use layers to achieve warmth then one big item. Also the reason i like my jackets large so I can have options about what can go under it

I use one of those waterproof anoraks that folds into its own pocket, it has a lanyard with a clip that i hook on my back belt loop. Don't even notice it there after a while but ready and accessible.

It is not for warmth, just wind and rain proof, nothing worse than wearing warm gear that doesnt breathe when it is dry.

Has the bonus that i dont get a wet arse when i sit and glass as i just sit on the waterproof.

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I copied Norway and added a piece of thermal mat that hooks into my belt for me to sit down on. It's the little things

Originally Posted by keenbloke

Cheers @MassiveAttack, just checked their site and they said that they only have them in 2XL. I'll call in to the store and check though. the down side to being 6'6 haha

It depends where you are tall. It's got really long arms on it and is 3/4 length. If you are tall in the middle it could be an issue. I am not on the small side but did managed to fit the 2xl.

Mine was clearance from last year not 30% off in the sale (cheaper).

Originally Posted by keenbloke

I copied Norway and added a piece of thermal mat that hooks into my belt for me to sit down on. It's the little things

I have a small bit that I use as the back panel of my pikau then I pull it out to sit on it when glassing. I just brought a new gossamear pack that uses closed cell foam for the back panel so will now use the same bit of foam for all three things - main pack, day pack and sitting on.

Originally Posted by MSL

What's the issue with the hood?

Made for 3' wide shoulders and a 2" long neck.

Originally Posted by K95

Made for 3' wide shoulders and a 2" long neck.

Definitely off the cards if that's the case