I have a Barbour, a standard green heavyweight model. It is my
second. They are excellent for inclement weather when walking, for
shielding from thorns, for warmth (they allow layers to be built-up
underneath) and for carrying ability. Mine has hand pockets,
moleskin-lined, big bag outside pockets with poppers, inside
"poacher's pockets" (for dead game birds allegedly) with waterproof
lining and 2 small wallet pockets, one between the zip and the
poppers fastening the front. The front zip is 2-way and you can
attach a hood to the poppers inside the collar. Oh and the collar is
coduroy-lined with a chin fastening. They were designed for farmers
and gillies and other outdoor workers since they are long
(bum-covering) and waterproof, but they are not pretty. I have worn
mine in the piddling rain and strong winds, and to work in the centre
of London.
The pockets are big enough for 2+ bodies and many lenses - even a
300/4.5, although it would bang against your legs and become a little
irritating...
And when they wear out, they can be refurbished completely.
Unfortunately, I left my first one in a taxi in London and I could
not test this out.
Chris
At 10:14 -0600 25/8/02, James N. McBride wrote:
Lee, You have piqued my curiosity. I'm not familiar with Barbour or their
products. Is that a British company? Most of the waxed cotton sold around
here is heavy duty material with the best being made by Filson. They use
mostly natural fibers and it is tough stuff. I love their wool coats and
hats. Most of their products are too heavy for backpacking though. The
people that backpack in the northwest coastal mountains of the US or the
highlands of the UK should be our experts on dealing with wet and cool
conditions. That kind of weather adds an interesting dimension to protection
of camera equipment as well as our bodies. I don't have to deal with rain
too much but spend a lot of time in the snow. Cold conditions are easier to
deal with than the wet stuff. /jim
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Waxed cotton - as made by such companies as Barbour etc - is much lighter
than waxed canvas and does breath. Many of these garments are lined too. As
a bonus this fabric is very thornproof as well. The only synthetics worth
considering are the breathable type; and in this regard some work very well,
and some don't. Goretex is the only stuff I have tried that works although
there are no doubt others.
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