[pct-l] Rain gear

[cmkudija at ca.rr.com]

While I love my Froggtoggs for their weight and protection, I find that the
pants aren't that comfortable for sustained hiking, simply due to their cut
and bulk.  You might be more comfortable with the Precips you already own.

If you get a rainy spell in Washington nothing's going to dry out anyway,
imvho - I've been lucky on two trips, having had only three days of
sustained rain and drizzle in '94 (Washington border - Stevens Pass,
Stehekin - Manning Park), and none at all in 2002 (Stevens Pass-Stehekin).

And of course, ymmv!

Christine "Ceanothus" Kudija
PCT partially '94

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-----Original Message-----
From: pct-l-bounces at backcountry.net [mailto:pct-l-bounces at backcountry.net]On
Behalf Of Deems
Sent: Monday, June 11, 2007 5:46 PM
To: pct-l at backcountry.net
Subject: [pct-l] Rain gear

You should consider carrying a Golite Dome umbrella. It's only 9oz, and adds
an extra level of comfort on trail and in camp during those seemingly
endless monsoonal moments. I carry a very trail worn first edition Golite
Dome, when I adventure with rain on the horizon.
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My husband and I will be hiking in Washington State this year. Having
completed California and Oregon in Frogg Toggs, we're wondering if we should
stick with them in Washington. We have had very little rain on our hikes so
far and anticipating more, I thought I'd ask if anyone has any thoughts on
the relative merits of the marmot precip pants, which we usually use in the
snow. Since the latter zip up to the waist, they have the benefit of
allowing us to get more air (less sweat and heat) when not needed or in
light rain. On the downside, they are heavier than Frogg Toggs and probably
take longer to dry. Any thoughts or recommendations?
Thanks,
Jo



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