Gore-Tex waterproofs, good or bad

[Blackbrook Eye]

If you want Gore tex clothing for practical use and not just a fashion statement and find the price a bit daunting, can I suggest that you look on ebay for ex-military clothing, you will find that several sites are offering ex-German army oversuits for very reasonable prices, a friend has just bought a set and it is quite lightweight, the overtrousers have fitted braces which are far more comfortable to wear than a belt or elastic waistband, however you must alow for them being previously worn.

[mh68]

To stop waterproofs rustling etc when trying to watch wildlife the best thing i`ve found is to wear an old pair of lightweight combat trousers over the top of the waterproof trousers and something similarly lightweight over the top of the jacket.Thin material will dry quickly if it gets wet but will stop the infuriating noise caused when waterproof jacket sleeves, or trouser legs scuff together.The UK army goretex gear is meant to be worn underneath the normal combat dress to remain silent in this way.I`m told the US style hunting jackets/trousers made from silent material are very good but pricey.The above though,is a cheap way round the problem

Mark H

[paulchandler6]

I have a lightweight North Face gore-tex Jacket and also a more heavier Sprayway jacket.
The Sprayway is usually kept in the boot of the car and the other in a rucksack. I wouldnt be without them.

Paul

[foxy mars]

When Gore-Tex first came out, it was a bit pricey for me to buy. I could never afford a jacket being poorly paid and remembering buying a second-hand Gore-tex Jacket. I did the Dales Way one year and it rained heavily on the 2nd day from Grassington to Buckden, in fact so bad the dale of the Upper Wharfe was flooded and I had to walk to Buckden along the road. Getting back to the Gore-Tex jacket, it was letting in water and I was disappointed to say the least. Nowadays I'm better paid and now buy Paramo gear, no more Gore-Tex for me. Thank you.