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Ben Doorne
14/03/10 16:01
 Lowland rambler 2 forum posts
Hello,

This is my first post and I'm looking for some advice about a new waterproof jacket.

I'd like one for walking in the Lake/Peak District during, say, March to October but also for general everyday use.

I don't want to spend more than £100.

Any help would be much appreciated.

Cheers,

Ben




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Imperial John
14/03/10 22:06
 Fell-walking flyer 245 forum posts 1 bookmark
You can still pick up a Montane Superfly or Venture quite cheap if you're lucky, but it will cost you £35 more for the Superfly and about £20 more for the Venture. Great Jackets though.
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Ben Turner
15/03/10 09:31
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Marmot Mica or Aegis? £95, good reviews. OM first look here.
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Ben Doorne
15/03/10 13:36
 Lowland rambler 2 forum posts

John, thanks for the recommendation however they're a bit more than I was willing to spend.

 Ben, I'd seen the Aegis and for the money it seemed like a good deal. I've also looked at the Berghaus Paclite, which I've seen for £80, but I've heard the Paclite material isn't very robust. How does it compare to the Aegis? I like the fact that the Paclite has a stiff peak to the hood.

 I'm not looking for the lightest jacket going, more a reasonably breathable, sturdy jacket for everyday use that I could also use for fairweather walking/hiking.

 Any more suggestions?

 Thanks,

 Ben

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