Wind Breakers & Ultra Breathable Raingear

[Poser]

I didn't know steez. Had to look it up. But it sounds like it's the explanation for most of gen Z looking like they raided a goodwill with the intent of looking as confusing as possible

Style +Ease = Steeze.

 

[fwafwow]

Style +Ease = Steeze.

 

[Greenstig]

After wearing my L35 ventile hilltrek bealach a lot, it has become my go to windbreaker. Haven’t touched my alpine start since I got it.

Hey @cubdriver84d, any updates on the Bealach smock? Have you used it in wet snow or mixed precipitation? How’s the durability of the L35 after a year of use?

I’ve been eyeing it for a similar use case (bc skiing + late season hunting).

 

[cubdriver84d]

Hey @cubdriver84d, any updates on the Bealach smock? Have you used it in wet snow or mixed precipitation? How’s the durability of the L35 after a year of use?

I’ve been eyeing it for a similar use case (bc skiing + late season hunting).

I have used it a lot for everything—upland and big game hunting, bc skiing, fat biking, etc. In really wet conditions it will wet out and moisture will wick through the fabric to whatever layer is under but it has to be raining pretty good for me to add a rain shell. I wore it on a pws deer hunt in December, and it was typical damp and foggy with mist. Parts of it wetted out but I stayed plenty dry under and would’ve been miserable with a rain coat instead.

Durability is excellent. If weight wasn’t a concern I’m sure L24 is more durable, but the L35 seems plenty durable for most uses. I’ve done a fair but of bushwhacking wearing it.
Way more durable than a bd alpine start for example.

Few pics for proof.

 

[Greenstig]

I have used it a lot for everything—upland and big game hunting, bc skiing, fat biking, etc. In really wet conditions it will wet out and moisture will wick through the fabric to whatever layer is under but it has to be raining pretty good for me to add a rain shell. I wore it on a pws deer hunt in December, and it was typical damp and foggy with mist. Parts of it wetted out but I stayed plenty dry under and would’ve been miserable with a rain coat instead.

Durability is excellent. If weight wasn’t a concern I’m sure L24 is more durable, but the L35 seems plenty durable for most uses. I’ve done a fair but of bushwhacking wearing it.
Way more durable than a bd alpine start for example.

Few pics for proof.

Great write up, thank you!

I’ve contacted Hilltrek to inquire about a few details, but I’ll probably end up ordering one.

 

[cubdriver84d]

Great write up, thank you!

I’ve contacted Hilltrek to inquire about a few details, but I’ll probably end up ordering one.

@Jake Larsen has been emailing with them too. They will do a lot of customization that they don’t advertise. I had them add a chest pocket to mine for example.

 

[GaryT1776]

I've worn my Outdoor Research rain gear in ...

Ireland
Israel
Palestine
England
Maui
Canada
US (13 states)

It works very well from sub-zero to unbearable.

 

[GaryT1776]

My OR Foray has been to the lowest point on earth (Dead Sea) to over 10,000 ft (hiked up Haleakala) and from the Tundra to the Desert.

Its headed to Colorado with me in a few months for the 14s.

It wasn't cheap but its been very durable considering how lightweight it is. I also like Beyond's military line for ultra light but durable / breathable.

NOTE: my OR Foray is an old version that was a two-layer laminate. They are onto a heavier 3 layer laminate now.