Gore-Tex and Go-Lite Aren’t Friends Anymore

A lot of companies are moving to proprietary or generic fabrics and membranes. I am sure there are many reasons, but I would guess cost is the greatest. Having another companies branded product on your product cuts into the bottom line.

Too bad Golite only offers their own 2.5 layer WPB fabric. I have had great experiences with Paclite, specifically with an old MH Typhoon and Patagonia supercell, both kept me bone dry in days on end downpours in Alaska, and I'm talking about 100 hours of non-stop rain.

Im not sure how good golites warranty is

But in general i would be hesitant of any proprietary fabric that didnt have a stellar warranty

The additional gore guarantee alone might be worth it for some people as you get an addional recourse

Delamination and failure of rain jackets is one of the more common gear failures

Or just buy from MEC or OR

;)

I would suggest not to check out MEC for anything if you're looking for Gore-Tex Paclite material. I couldn't find any Gore Pac except the more expensive and heavier, $225.00 Kokatat jacket.

I wish I could remember the price and weight on that old Paclite,which Go-Lite offered because I know it was amazing but, no thanks on the Kokatat.

This reminds me of a couple years ago, when Go-lite took away the Shangri-La shell(which luckily I have) and replaced it with the complete tent.

MEC offers their own alpine shells, and gore pro, etc …

i would have no hesitation buying from MEC with their no questions asked unlimited warranty

it depends whats more important … paclite, or the entire jacket itself

;)

I have a Cabela's "Rainy River" GTX PacLite rain suit and it has held up well for 7 years of occasional use, some of it for days at a time. Good design, very good quality and excellent guarantee. (Like REI's old guarantee.)

Howsomever… I much prefer REI's Kimtah eVent rain suit for a bit more money. It's much more breathable.