[Cdt-l] Go-Lite Virga rain jacket

[Dave and Cindy]

Melanie,

I know you didn't mention this one but I have the Marmot Essence jacket 
which is very light at about 7oz.  I love it as it does keep me dry.  I have 
had experience with the Pre Cip and it is not nearly as light at about 12oz, 
or something close to that and it does not seem to repel the water as well. 
I have the Golite Reed rain pants, very light, and they work very well too. 
I am pleased with both articles of rain gear and have tried other brands 
such as the REI Element too.  Still the REI rain jacket is heavier and does 
not do the trick during rain over time from my experience.
My other thought was to use a poncho considering that you will perspire in 
rain gear and this does cause a lot of moisture and condensation even though 
you are trying to stay dry from the rain.
I would like to hear more comments about ponchos compared to rain jackets 
and pants as I have no experience with them.
Zelda
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Melanie Simmerman" <jennylind50 at yahoo.com>
To: "CDT Emaillist" <cdt-l at backcountry.net>
Sent: Tuesday, March 10, 2009 10:19 AM
Subject: [Cdt-l] Go-Lite Virga rain jacket


>
> Any women out there who have an opinion about the Go-lite Virga rain 
> jacket? Or Marmot Pre-Cip? Likes, dislikes? The Go-lite seems to be one of 
> the lightest. I'm looking to replace my shredded Frogg Toggs and want 
> something else that will stand up to CDT rain/snow conditions. EMS also 
> has a 9oz rain jacket, but I can get the others on sale cheaper...
> Melanie
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