Waterproof Jacket

SteveR_100Milers

I am thinking of getting a good walking hill jacket for my father who turns 70 this week. He lives in the Lakes, and is a regular walker. I have had a Berghaus High Trails for about 6 years, and it's only OK value for money. The quality wasn't great, breathes well as its goretex XCR, but I wasn't overwhelmed at £170

I've got no idea however of any other range - paramo, Mountain Equipment, TNF etc. Don't want to spend more than £150, prepared to shop around (I have found the high trails current version for as little as £130 compared to £200 in Blacks / Cotswolds outdoors etc).

Any recommendations would be gladly welcomed.

Thanks.

neddie

don't know too much about jackets but buy the best you can afford etc ... and dont buy it in the lakes in Keswick Windermere etc.. expect to pay about 20 quid more ! but its coming to the end of the season so might be a bargain to be had !

chewymk4

The RAB Momentum jacket is excellent.
It's made from eVent fabric which is more breathable than Gore-Tex
It is also a lot lighter fabric so probably needs more care.

Currently on offer at various places for around £130

http://www.onward-outward.co.uk/acatalo ... acket.html