Spec me a Hiking Jacket

Atomic · 21 Aug 2010 at 00:42

I am currently in the process of purchasing various hiking gear for my photography adventures in the hills.

I need a water and wind proof jacket that can breath and suitable for autumn/winter. Would be part of a 3 layer system.

I've looked at Berghaus, Northface and few others but too many to chose from and see if anyone here has personal views on this.

Budget would be around £150 to £200

FatBoyObese · 21 Aug 2010 at 00:46

I have a Tresspass which is brilliant.
Very light, warm, breathable and waterproof...pretty cheap too at £180

Curio · 21 Aug 2010 at 00:58

You should get a good Gore-Tex jacket for that price. I'm not familiar with what's available in the UK any more, but both the brands you mention are great - I actually used to work for TNF. The "big name" brands will all be good quality and have a similar spec, so just go for the one that fits you the best....try a few on.

Windle · 21 Aug 2010 at 01:23

What size?

sven256 · 21 Aug 2010 at 01:30

A little over budget but not much http://www.lockwoods.com/outdoor-tr...jackets/sprayway-quorum-jacket/prod_3546.html

Although you may be able to get it cheaper.

Or something like http://www.fourseasonsoutdoors.co.uk/proddetail.asp?prod=Sprayway_Cyclone_Jacket_Red also full gore tex. But much cheaper i,m sure they would do better colours as well.

http://www.outdoorsupermarket.com/p-876-sprayway-torridon-v-jacket.aspx

Ranger · 21 Aug 2010 at 07:18

My Berghaus Goretex jacket is still going strong at 10 years old. Zip in fleece keeps you very warm. Best going into a shop and trying a few different ones on to see what's comfortable.

Btone · 21 Aug 2010 at 07:59

try looking at paramo clothing system, i find it works far better that goretex, is harder wearing

http://www.paramo.co.uk/en-gb/#latestgarments