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Write your question here...What does it mean when a jacket says...
By kiphenrie1725143
Ranked #510 - Men's Snowboard Jackets
August 8, 2009
Write your question here...What does it mean when a jacket says the waterproof rating is 10K vs 20K?
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By RockyMtnHigh
Ranked #177 - Men's Snowboard Jackets
August 8, 2009
How waterproof a fabric is can be described in 2 ways: either PSI, or mm/24 hours. The 10K is mm/24 hours. What this apparently means is the fabric can withstand 10,000 mm of water/24 hours before you get wet (that's a lot of water). 20K would have twice the water protection. More information can be found here: http://www.backcountry.com/store/newsletter/a254/Waterproof-Breathable-Explained.html
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- Twill
- Insulation:
- None
- Waterproof Rating:
- 10K
- Breathable Rating:
- 10000g
- Core Venting:
- Armpit
- Pockets:
- 2 Hand-warmer, 2 chest, 1 tool, 1 MP3
- Seam Taped:
- Yes, fully
- Powder Skirt:
- Yes
- Hood:
- Yes, removable
- Zip-in Compatibility:
- No
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 Year
- Country of Origin:
- China
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