As we sat in the apartment I decided that this would be a great opportunity to test out the weatherproofing capabilities of my new Eddie Bauer Friday Harbor Jacket. The jacket is advertised as being waterproof, windproof and breathable. The website says that it offers, "ultimate protection in bad weather."
The severe thunderstorm of last night was definitely "bad weather." So in the midst of the storm I decided to don the jacket and run out into the malestrom.
Zipped up, hood on, flaps buttoned, and wrists tightened down I went out.
(As you can see we were prepared for power outages, and I was excited)
The jacket was very comfortable, even in the thick humid air of the storm. As soon as I stepped outside I was very happy to have it on. The rain was coming down by the bucket and when the weatherman said 70 mph winds he was not joking.
The detachable hood of the Friday Harbor provided great shelter from all that mother nature was throwing at us.
As you can see the rain just beads up and slips off the garment. I am very impressed at the breath-ability of the jacket as well. Though it is sold as a three season jacket (fall, winter, spring) I think that under the right conditions it could be the go to jacket even in a heavy summer rain. I have other shells, one from Eddie Bauer as well, for warmer weather, but if you just wanted one jacket to do the duty this might be your best bet. I remained dry the entire time I was outside dancing and running around.
The interior of the jacket is roomy enough to add a layer or too, but fitted enough to look great with just a t-shirt. I plan on continuing to test this jacket in a series to really give a good review of its claim to provide three season protection.
Let me know if you would like to see any specific options tested on it.
So far I give the Friday Harbor Jacket:
A big ole thumbs up.
Give one a shot by purchasing at:
Until next time.
J.
1 comment:
"Clothes from Eddie Bauer? I haven't seen clothes from Eddie Bauer since...1996!"
Oh, South Park.
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