When you are deciding on what kind of rain gear to buy for your outings, you want something that will last because more often than not, the better quality gear is more expensive. So, raingear is not neccessarily an area that you want to pinch pennies and try to get by with “the cheap stuff”. But, there are a lot of different materials out there that can make picking the right rain gear a bit of a problem for you. So, to help out with making the choice a little easier, here is a small comparison of 3 different types of materials: Gore-Tex, Activent/DWR, and Plastic.

You really want to look for something that is comfortable, that is breathable, durable, and fits your price range. Like mentioned, a plastic poncho can be very cheap and it may work for you if you just want something “in case it rains” and are not too worried about it. But if you are going to be doing a lot of hiking, backpacking, or other outdoor activities, investing in a higher quality mostly waterproof rain gear set is a good idea!

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