SD 4 oz wp/b jacket – personal experiences?

[ivo zlatinov]

I was wondering if somebody has this and how breathable it is

Does this make windshirts obsolete? I just bought a Marmot Ion, it’s about the same weight, not w/p… hopefully at least it breathes better

Should I return the Ion and get this SD jacket for both rain gear and windshirt use?

[kevin davidson]

Ivo, before taking such a drastic step read this:

http://www.ryanjordan.com/weblog/2005/10/sierra_designs_.html

[ivo zlatinov]

ha, very interesting. but even if SD makes good on the wp and keeps same weight, for me there is still the question of breathability

I’m going to sweat as a pig anyway, no matter what I wear (running and biking) but a more breathable windshirt (the Ion) should at least minimize discomfort by encouraging evaporation, I hope. Also, I should be able to take it any time I’m out, which is not something I am willing to do w/ my Pac Lite top

any opinions by others more experienced are greatly appreciated

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