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    2022’S BUYER’S GUIDE TO WET WEATHER JACKETS

    Mar 23, 2022 3 minutes
    BY ALISTAIR HALL

    ZIPS

    Water-resistant zips are common and should be protected by an external and/or internal storm flap. Zip sliders tuck into a ‘garage’ to prevent rain from entering through the top of the zip.

    CUFFS

    THE CUFF CAN BE TIGHTENED TO HELP TRAP WARMTH AND PREVENT WATER RUNNING UP THE SLEEVE WHEN ARMS ARE RAISED. ENSURE THE CUFF COVERS YOUR BASELAYERS TO PREVENT RAINWATER WICKING UPWARD.

    VENTILATION

    While all rainwear is ‘breathable’ and will transfer perspiration through the fabric, other ventilation options are used to help keep users cool. The most obvious

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