Daniel-San First, there is no such thing a 'breathable' -- just
Daniel-San varying degrees of sauna-like Hell. ... This may be due to
Daniel-San the fact that I sweat like a whore in church, so YMMV....

My mileage is just the same, so I would tend to agree. However, if I
basically don't move, then a breathable garment might keep me dry.

Daniel-San Second, durability is important.

Agreed.

Daniel-San Specific brand experience...

Daniel-San I had a cheap Sierra Designs 'Backpacker' raincoat
Daniel-San ... Their rainwear sucks.

Ok...

Daniel-San Had a Frogg Toggs set ... More junk.

Ok...

Daniel-San Had a set of Red Ledge rainwear -- absolute
Daniel-San ****e. ... Quality control at the factory consists of a
Daniel-San drunk monkey. Burned this set in the camp fire.

Great...

Daniel-San Got the Precip set -- jacket and full-zip pants. So far,
Daniel-San happy with these.

Based on what you and others are saying, that seems to be a solid
option. They're not too expensive either.

Daniel-San While in Canada, look around for a Mountain Equipment
Daniel-San Co-Op Store. Outstanding reputation. I've never shopped
Daniel-San there, but some Canucks on a backpacking board I read rave
Daniel-San about it. www.mec.ca

Good idea. Their products do look impressive. Mountain Equipment Co-Op
would also be an easy option since they seem to have a store in
Vancouver, and Marmot seems to have dealers there so I can basically
decide when I see the products.

Thanks for your input, much appreciated.

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