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gr8fl4porsche 09-07-2009 09:31 AM

Looking for a new rain jacket
 
It's time for a new rain jacket.

Looking for something very waterproof - breathable - comfortable and stylish enough for everyday business casual. Not looking for a jacket to wear mountain biking or hiking but rather one to wear to meetings on rainy days and to the ballpark.

Budget around $200.

pwd72s 09-07-2009 10:18 AM

As worn by the info babes and guys of the Pacific Northwest...

Click around...you'll find something.

http://www.columbia.com/

Talewinds 09-07-2009 11:07 AM

I think you got the budget about right.
Couple questions, do you specifically want a hood or do not want a hood?
Where do you plan to shop/buy? Online or REI/ The Alpine Shop?
How do you define "business casual"? Rain jackets can look appropriate in a lot of places, like a Cards game, but I'm yet to see a rain jacket (except a London Fog) that looks appropriate with Dockers, etc.
I'd be apt to trust the opinions of the folks from the PNW...

My standard top layer is an REI hardshell, short length w/ no hood. If the going gets really wet I will throw on top of that my Helly Hansen, longer length w/ hood.
But these are things I wear while hiking and climbing.
For use around the office..... I'm at a loss for ideas.

emcon5 09-07-2009 11:52 AM

Here you go, 8 of them for $30. Should last you the rest of your life:

http://www.sportsmansguide.com/net/cb/8-military-style-ponchos-olive-drab.aspx?a=527497

If you want a little more upscale, here are 2 for $20:
http://www.sportsmansguide.com/net/cb/2-new-swiss-military-long-rain-coats-camo.aspx?a=331734

;)

Schrup 09-07-2009 12:09 PM

Filson makes nice stuff.
http://www.filson.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3592485&cp=2108303.2597052&par entPage=family

jyl 09-07-2009 01:34 PM

For that usage, a classic long raincoat works well. Presentable for business meetings, fine for everyday use. Covers the legs, more rain protection than any outdoorsy rain parka. "Travel" versions are lightweight and packable. I have one from TravelSmith that has served well for many years.

Moses 09-07-2009 04:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Schrup (Post 4882808)

I borrowed a Filson jacket for a week. I didn't want to give it back.

gr8fl4porsche 09-07-2009 04:31 PM

Thanks for the tips. There is a Filson jacket that looks like it may work for me. There is a dealer in town and I will check them out tomorrow.

onlycafe 09-07-2009 04:32 PM

london fog.........classic.

TimT 09-07-2009 06:15 PM

I bought a Woolrich Oilskin about 20 years ago...

It still is stylish and effective in inclement weather...

London Fog.. is the classic

My line of work doesn't require a London Fog..

Woolrich is fine... I perused the Woolrich site and don't see the coat I have in the line anymore..

I do oil or wax the coat every fall... just a habit

Moses 09-07-2009 06:37 PM

This was the Filson I borrowed.

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1252377463.jpg

onlycafe 09-07-2009 07:01 PM

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1252378877.jpg

Aurel 09-07-2009 07:20 PM

Barbour jackets are a little expensive, but a true british classic...
http://www.orvis.com/store/product.aspx?pf_id=12ER
http://images3.orvis.com/orvis_asset...mg/12ER_lg.jpg

jbryant 09-08-2009 12:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Moses (Post 4883412)

I have this jacket and highly recommend it.

Seahawk 09-08-2009 12:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jbryant (Post 4884762)
I have this jacket and highly recommend it.

As do I...and second (third?) the recommendation. I went through a lot of barn coats before this one.

teenerted1 09-08-2009 02:10 PM

these are all what we call the "Seattle Sport Coat"
http://www.rei.com/category/4500264/q/Men%27s+Rain+Jackets

my dad wore a REI hooded rain coat over a suit and tie to catch the bus for 20+ years till he retired. only brought out the London Fog on formal occasions. i wear a fly weight marmot raincoat 4-5 months of the year.

we can tell the tourist here pretty easy. they are the ones using the hood in anything but a downpour. also bumbershoots is a music-festival or something you have hanging on your golf bag.

JeremyD 09-08-2009 05:02 PM

http://www.campmor.com/outdoor/gear/SubCategory___40000000226_200368534

UconnTim97 09-08-2009 05:07 PM

I got a great one at LL Bean a few years ago. No complaints what so ever.

gprsh924 09-08-2009 06:54 PM

My new rain jacket:

Arcteryx Beta SL

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1252464832.jpg



I have a Marmot Precip also. And a Northface Condor Triclimate with a waterproof shell for the colder rains before the snow starts.

porsche4life 09-08-2009 06:58 PM

I have a Marmot Thunderlite. I took it to Philmont and quite love it. Don't really wear a rain jacket except when hiking/camping.


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