Great choice for wind resistance, light weight and price. It's water resistant, but not water proof. Steady rain will make the jacket stick to your skin. Marmot Crystalline is 7 oz, windproof and waterproof. It's a new fabric that's highly breathable and will work a lot better in rain than a wind shell. I've worn both on a bike and can't say one is more breathable than the other. I guess it depends on how much you plan on using it in the rain.

Great choice for wind resistance, light weight and price. It's water resistant, but not water proof. Steady rain will make the jacket stick to your skin. Marmot Crystalline is 7 oz, windproof and waterproof. It's a new fabric that's highly breathable and will work a lot better in rain than a wind shell. I've worn both on a bike and can't say one is more breathable than the other. I guess it depends on how much you plan on using it in the rain.