Are there waterproof jackets that can actually stand up to heavy rain?

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Are there waterproof jackets that can actually stand up to heavy rain?

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10-06-2023, 02:33 PM

Hi everyone,

For those who are unaware, DWR means Durable Water Repellant. It the coating that is applied to the outermost layer of fabric which itself is usually just water-resistant, not waterproof.

This blog covers it well:

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Are there waterproof jackets that can actually stand up to heavy rain? - by ka jowct - 10-05-2023, 05:59 PM

Re: Are there waterproof jackets that can actually stand up to heavy rain? - by Robert M - 10-05-2023, 06:30 PM

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Re: Are there waterproof jackets that can actually stand up to heavy rain? - by Ken Sp. - 10-06-2023, 01:30 PM

Re: Are there waterproof jackets that can actually stand up to heavy rain? - by mattkime - 10-06-2023, 02:10 PM

Re: Are there waterproof jackets that can actually stand up to heavy rain? - by M A V I C - 10-06-2023, 02:21 PM

Re: Are there waterproof jackets that can actually stand up to heavy rain? - by Robert M - 10-06-2023, 02:33 PM

Re: Are there waterproof jackets that can actually stand up to heavy rain? - by ka jowct - 10-06-2023, 05:29 PM

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