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-February 2012-

There is currently a waiting list of about 4 to 6 weeks for backpacks, shelters, and sleeping bags. If you need a quicker delivery please ask when you place your order and we will prioritize it. All of our gear is made locally right here in in our workshop.

All accessory items are in stock and are shipping in a day or two as usual. Thanks! Joe & Sheryl
ZPacks™  Waterproof Breathable Cuben Fiber Rain Jacket
new on 10/4/11!
Specifications:

Size Medium:

Weight: 4.5 ounces (127 grams)  /  $225
Waist / Chest Girth: 42"

Size Large:

Weight: 4.7 ounces (133 grams)  /  $225
Waist / Chest Girth: 46" (shown)

Description:

Contructed from 1.42 oz/sqyd Waterproof Breathable Cuben Fiber material! The fabric is a three layer laminate with high strength Dyneema fibers in the middle. In our testing the strength, waterproofness, and breathability have all proved to be pretty good. The jackets are breathable enough to sleep in or hike in if it is cold out without getting clammy.

  • Full length water proof front zipper.
     
  • Adjustable elastic at the waist, cuffs, and hood.
     
  • Fitted Hood with stiffened visor keeps water off your face.
     
  • Bonded seams! No seam sealing necessary.
     
  • Packs up small. Roll the jacket up and secure it with the waist elastic. No stuff sack necessary.
     
  • Lightest 3 layer waterproof breathable jacket in the world?
     
  • 1 year warranty against defects in materials or workmanship on all ZPacks gear.
In Stock.
Waterproof-Breathable Cuben Fiber Jacket
4.5 oz (127 grams) / $225
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Jacket Options:

6" Jacket Extension
If you would like to use this jacket with a pair of Chaps you will need some extra length. An extension might also be nice in warm weather when wearing the jacket without any rain pants. The 6" extension overlaps with velcro in the front. Pictured Below.

6" Jacket Extension - $20 - .5 ounces (14 grams)


Armpit Zippers
Armpit zips aid in venting when it gets hot. They might not be necessary on the breathable jacket, but they are available if you want them!

Armpit Zippers - $15 - .4 ounces (11 grams)

Shown with 6" extension:

Size Large shown

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A review by John Abela:
ZPacks WPB Cuben Jacket


Shipping is just $3.95 in the U.S., $9.95 Internationally and up.