A wind jacket can weigh 50 or 100 grams, which is a little addition to the rucksack for the added comfort one has is climbing in a windy environment. That's not an alternative to the rain jacket.
I always take both if it’s a threat of rain. The weight of a premium wind shell’s so low can’t justify not taking one since I’ll likely have it on until it starts legit raining. Whether it’s a Houdini or Airshed depends on the conditions, but I’ll tend towards Airshed for breathability. If I don’t need a hard shell, I’ll wear the AS for when moving, & throw the Houdini on top when resting. If I bring a shell it’s the Storm Racer since I can open up the whole chest when needed. My more traditional hard shell’s for in-town use.
Good information. I've started to move to the wind shell as well for all the reasons you both mentioned.
Nate
great info, keep the vids coming
You got it!
What's the difference between a rain jacket and hard shell?
A wind jacket can weigh 50 or 100 grams, which is a little addition to the rucksack for the added comfort one has is climbing in a windy environment. That's not an alternative to the rain jacket.
It is an alternative to a rain jacket if you buy it and it states that prevents water penetration.
@@curlyhairdudeifyA wind breaker wont be waterproof enough to replace a rain jacket
I always take both if it’s a threat of rain. The weight of a premium wind shell’s so low can’t justify not taking one since I’ll likely have it on until it starts legit raining. Whether it’s a Houdini or Airshed depends on the conditions, but I’ll tend towards Airshed for breathability. If I don’t need a hard shell, I’ll wear the AS for when moving, & throw the Houdini on top when resting. If I bring a shell it’s the Storm Racer since I can open up the whole chest when needed. My more traditional hard shell’s for in-town use.
what if im riding at 60-90kmph on winter, so, is a rain jacket preferable over windbreaker ??
windbreaker
Very informative
Glad it was helpful!
Great info
Glad it was helpful!
One guy here doesn’t have to worry about sauce dropping on his chest. 😮 Amazing beard! Does he need less chin protection?
Thanks buddy
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