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The biggest trove of information about foul weather gear design and construction around. It comes from a manufacturer, but there′s plenty of unbiased explanation of design features, types of gear, layering and a jargon buster for those of us confused by breathability claims.
[Douglas Gill International Ltd, Nottingham, UK]
What to look for when buying foul weather gear for serious offshore conditions.
[SailNet, 27 November 2002]
Many coastal sailors find that modern mountaineering gear is as protective as foul weather gear, while being more comfortable and more useful around town. Here′s a rundown on the various breathable fabrics used in technical outdoor clothing.
[Ellis Brigham Ltd., Manchester, UK]
Offshore jacket, pants and vest with harness and inflatable lifejacket incorporated.
[Stormy Seas, Poulsbo, WA, USA]
No-glitz foul weather gear and accessories for professional fishermen, commercial marine operators, and serious cruisers.
[Grundens, Poulsbo, WA, USA]
Ocean and coastal foulies for yachtsmen and professional fishermen of breathable fabric or PVC-coated nylon.
[Guy Cotten Inc., New Bedford, MA, USA]
USCG-approved waterproof jacket with a zip-in-and-out inflatable PFD.
[Orca Gear, Inc., Troy, NY, USA]
Foul-weather and fashion boating gear.
[Henri-Lloyd Ltd., Manchester, UK]
Wide selection of foul-weather and keep-warm products, including pants, jackets, underwear, pullovers, and of course sportswear.
[Helly Hansen ASA, Moss, Norway]
Waterproof breathable designs for coastal, inshore, and offshore uses.
[Musto Ltd., Laindon, Essex, UK]Staying dry (because water conducts heat 25 times faster than air) means staying warm
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