after years without -- last time was back in my hard-core mountain biking days -- it feels like it's time to break down and get a proper waterproof jacket.
generally speaking i'm not much of a fan of the look of "modern" gear as i'd much rather blend into the woods than stand out like a randy peacock.
needless to say that has me looking at surplus jackets like these two:
(of course i'd black out the reflective tape on the latter)
anyone have applicable recommendations?
i've heard the Royal Marines (?) jacket is a good one but they appear to be pretty scarce.
generally speaking i'm not much of a fan of the look of "modern" gear as i'd much rather blend into the woods than stand out like a randy peacock.
needless to say that has me looking at surplus jackets like these two:
Dutch Gore-Tex* Camo Parka
This Dutch army Gore-Tex* jacket is genuine Netherlands military surplus so you can be sure you are getting top quality at a great price. This waterproof jacket is made from Gore-Tex like material which allows sweat in the form of water vapour to escape while keeping rain and wind out. This...
forcesuniformandkit.co.uk
German Police BGS Surplus Goretex Coat Parka with Removable Liner GRADE 1 - Surplus & Lost
German BGS Police Surplus Genuine Goretex Construction Waterproof Coat/Parka Has removable liner These are in excellent grade 1 condition Some have a reflective ‘POLIZEI’ printed on the back Upper : 65% Polyethylene 35% Cotton
www.surplusandlost.co.uk
(of course i'd black out the reflective tape on the latter)
anyone have applicable recommendations?
i've heard the Royal Marines (?) jacket is a good one but they appear to be pretty scarce.