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<blockquote data-quote="dok7mm" data-source="post: 1697643" data-attributes="member: 90080"><p>I'm not a big fan of rain pants/jacket combo for sporadic showers as it's a PITA to put on&off all day. I started using a silnylon poncho, easier to put on and off and keeps my pack dry.</p><p></p><p>There are many light weight models available now, some will have a longer length on back to keep you dry, along with your pack and rifle. I'd look for one with snaps down lower sides. Pair your poncho with gaiters.</p><p></p><p>For heavy, constant rain and traveling through wet brush day to day, there is no substitute for a quality HD rain suit, especially if it's also cold and windy.</p><p></p><p>When you're backpacking, weight is always a concern. I prefer tipi style shelters for the extra room and headspace, but a hot tent and stove add a lot of weight. I use a 10x13' silnylon tarp pitched in a tipi style with no stove, it's far lighter. I use a bivy bag and a quality super warm down bag and have never been uncomfortable @ 10,000'.</p><p></p><p>Sounds like you've plenty of time to experiment with different options and see what you're willing to pack on your back. Good Luck!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="dok7mm, post: 1697643, member: 90080"] I'm not a big fan of rain pants/jacket combo for sporadic showers as it's a PITA to put on&off all day. I started using a silnylon poncho, easier to put on and off and keeps my pack dry. There are many light weight models available now, some will have a longer length on back to keep you dry, along with your pack and rifle. I'd look for one with snaps down lower sides. Pair your poncho with gaiters. For heavy, constant rain and traveling through wet brush day to day, there is no substitute for a quality HD rain suit, especially if it's also cold and windy. When you're backpacking, weight is always a concern. I prefer tipi style shelters for the extra room and headspace, but a hot tent and stove add a lot of weight. I use a 10x13' silnylon tarp pitched in a tipi style with no stove, it's far lighter. I use a bivy bag and a quality super warm down bag and have never been uncomfortable @ 10,000'. Sounds like you've plenty of time to experiment with different options and see what you're willing to pack on your back. Good Luck! [/QUOTE]
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