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I did not get to try out my DriDucks this winter but I have serious doubts as to their durability in a winter or arctic climate. What are people taking for shells or rain wear in very cold temps? I was thinking about using a two tier system where I would use my Driducks down to about freezing and then switch over to my Marmot stuff when it gets cold or is on the borderline. That way if I fall on ice, it will not shred and is still useful to keep out freezing rain. Or is their just a better way?
Brett,
If you're referring to a Marmot "Precip" laminate I'd say it's only just "OK" for winter because of its low breathability and eventual delamination that many owners have experienced.
Best of all for winter is a jacket of eVent laminate like Integral Designs Thru Hiker parka. It has enough coverage and is still very light and windproof/waterproof while being the MOST breathable fabric. Other than eVent you can find less expensive but good Gore-Tex parkas of the newer, more breathable Gore-Tex laminates like PacLite or better.
Eric
If they just made eVent in a tall, things would be okay but they don't.
My favourite gear for cold, wet weather is Paramo. I use a Paramo Aspira Smock in winter. Paramo gear doesn’t use a membrane, but a 2 layer fabric that pushes water outwards. You could don a Paramo top over wet clothes, and it will dry you out.
Mike,
Everytime I read something about those Paramo clothes, I drool! I can't figure out why they don't sell them here in the USA. I believe the company in associated with Nixwax and they sell products here. Oh well, maybe this is a good thing for my wallet! :)
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