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Originally Posted by dave123
i'd recommend investing the $ into good gear. you can wear it for at least 5+ years
the higher end stuff is the stuff that's going to last and keep you warm and DRY
i know so many people that pick up the cheaper stuff but its not water proof and at the end of the day their gear is soaked through. look for jackets and pants that have a rating of 10,000 + waterproofing and breathability
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that is a debatable topic at best. But good advice regardless.
With the higher rating, the price comes up. But with some brands, the rating is only a rating till you get the apparel dirty, then it becomes useless.
For the occasional usage, weekly trips, and mild activity, any garment that is 5k waterproofing and 5k breathability is best.
The key is the layering. Synthetic materials, and thin multiple layers under your waterproof shell is KEY. Do not go with the thicker layers only because when you get warmer [and you will] you will have a tendency to take off what's convenient, and chances are that will be the under layers.
Even with multiple thinner layers, if you get damp, you will still feel warm. The thinner layers should be VERY tight fitting, wicking away body moisture, and perspiration. So if your outerwear gets wet, it isn't the end of the world.
Polypropylene and fleece are your best friends in colder sports.