Waterproofs

TrapperChamonix

I currently have a Nike rain suit that is about 10 years old. Still keeps the water out but sweaty to wear for a prolonged period of time. So I'm starting to think about buying new waterproofs.

So far I’m singularly unimpressed with what’s on offer especially when compared to the range of products / solutions that the Ski Industry provides. The Golf Industry seems to believe that waterproofs begin and end with GoreTex.

A couple of interesting comments from the attached article

http://outsideonline.com/outdoor-gear/Insane-in-the-Membrane.html
“The very term breathable is a bit of a misnomer. While there are waterproof-breathable running and biking jackets, they don’t breathe that well. The most obvious sign that breathability is relative is that many jackets have mesh-backed pockets or, more commonly, pit zips to let moisture vapor escape.”
“The membrane is just the starting point,” said Moriarty of Arc’teryx, one of the few companies to use Gore-Tex fabric exclusively in its waterproof-breathable jackets. “These fabrics work through a synergy of many elements—membrane, face fabric, backing fabric, and durable-water-repellent finish, to name a few. Once you have these elements correct, then you can begin to work on how to build that fabric into a product.”

It is clear that GoreTex no longer has a technological advantage over other materials (HiVent, Columbia, NeoShell, eVent, AmrourStorm or Impermalite). As for soft shell alternatives, the ones I’ve seen so far, look nice, do a pretty good job of keeping water out but all seem to do very little to control temperature and sweat.
So my question is, what now defines the best in class in Golf WaterProofs? Is anyone selling golf products with venting (pitzips, chimney venting, full zip golf pants, etc) built into them? Or should I purchase my next golf waterproofs in Snow & Rock.



I’m interested in anyone else’s experiences with recent purchases?

realgolfgeek

I bought foot joy waterproofs a couple of months ago,
delighted with them.

For Paws

Water and wind proofing is an absolute must, but the key element is freedom of movement. Would ski / snowboard / hiking gear allow you to swing freely ?

Mizuno Impermalite for 5 yrs.
Dry new, dry now.

Redriddick

I got rain gear about a month ago and have given it a good test over that time.
I have to say it is the best rain gear i have come across.I have done alot of research on this both through golf and work and just to let you guys know that gore-tex is just a brand name.
The material is duplicated by several companies and the reason galvin green is expensive is because most if not all of the items have gore-tex printed on them.
I got a jacket and trousers manufactured by a canadian company called stormtech.
I have worn this for about 36 holes so far in the teams of rain and have remained dry.
Would highly recommend them to anyone!!
If you wajt to know where to get em let me know.