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Sierra Designs Hurricane Jacket - Men's
I'm going on an 80-miler this summer in NM; does this jacket...
By smi3098673
Ranked #1977 - Men's Rain Jackets
May 18, 2009
I'm going on an 80-miler this summer in NM; does this jacket hold up good during backpacking and thunderstorms? Also, I'm 6'3" 205lbs. Size? Thanks!
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Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Chris Wynja
Ranked #153 - Men's Rain Jackets
May 22, 2009
Taylor is right that it doesn't have the highest of WP or Breathable ratings. But in NM (high desert) you shouldn't be running into any super colossal multi day rain storms. This jacket is more than enough to keep you dry during an afternoon T-storm and if you get hot, just open the vents and let some air in! The other bonus is that it's not going to break your bank at $66. I'm about your size and I wear an XL. It has plenty of room under it to layer if need be.
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By Taylor Yager
Ranked #45 - Men's Rain Jackets
May 20, 2009
this jacket will be nice and light for runs but it may not be enough water protection. it only has 5k waterproofing and 5k breathability, so that wont do much to keep you dry and it wont breath that well either. i would get something that has more protection and a higher breathability rating to let the heat escape easier.
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [membrane/laminate] polyurethane; [shell] 50D nylon ripstop with DWR coating
- Fabric Waterproof Rating:
- 5000 mm
- Fabric Breathability Rating:
- 5000 g/m˛
- Fit:
- regular
- Center Back Length:
- (large) 30 in
- Length:
- waist
- Pockets:
- 2 hand
- Seams:
- fully taped
- Venting:
- underarm zip vents
- Hood:
- yes, full-time
- Weight:
- (large) 13.5 oz
- Recommended Use:
- hiking, backpacking
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
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