Gagirl
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Post by Gagirl on Apr 16, 2004 10:10:25 GMT -5
I'm wondering...I'll be in Ireland all summer, and I know it rains there a lot. I bought a raincoat from Eddie Bauer, and it's a little thick-it's suitable for warmth as well.
Does anyone have any suggestions about what kind of coat/jacket I should take?
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Post by LHR02 on Apr 21, 2004 17:58:26 GMT -5
Eddie Bauer is good stuff I think...have loads of it! And although summer it can still be a bit on the 'chilly' side in Ireland so you might welcome the bit of warmth your jacket offers. I have a Helly Hanson rain parka that I adore....no lining at all, just a shell, but really waterproof and mid thigh length so it offers good protection from the rain. Don't forget Colemans Tent waterproofing spray...absolutely the best I have found...for your pack and daypack!
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Gagirl
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Post by Gagirl on Apr 21, 2004 21:17:34 GMT -5
Thanks for the tip on the waterproofing spray from Coleman-hadn't thought of that.
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Post by Kahunna on Apr 22, 2004 1:02:39 GMT -5
I too had an Eddie Bauer jacket for my trip. (It was actually my best-looking piece of clothing and wore it to mass!) I'm leaving in two weeks with a similar jacket. You should get something lightweight and let a sweatshirt or a few t-shirts keep you warm underneath of the rain slick. (Stuffed into a pillow case, a sweatshirt also makes a good pillow when camping.)
I say leave the heavy jacket at home.
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Post by LHR02 on Apr 22, 2004 5:52:45 GMT -5
Nice to see you over here Kahunna! Welcome! ;D
Didn't realize you were off again so soon! Where ya heading to this time? Green with envy!!
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Post by Kim on Apr 22, 2004 8:29:54 GMT -5
I'd also like to sign up for the green with envy club ;D
(Nice use of green, Ging!)
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Gagirl
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Post by Gagirl on May 3, 2004 21:26:43 GMT -5
Just had to say that I am leaving for Ireland in six days! I'll be there for three months.
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