Waterproof Running Jacket Taped Seams

Want to go for a waterproof jacket but worry about overheating.

Waterproof running jacket taped seams. The other thing that a running jacket needs to be classed as waterproof is taped seams another system to avoid leaks. It is made with a 100 polyester material on the front and 100 polyurethane at the back for a fully windproof and waterproof performance. Taped seams do not only benefit waterproof jackets and men s waterproof walking trousers but also tents where it is almost essential if you re setting up camp in areas where it may rain. This measurement is called the hydrostatic head.

The greater the number the more waterproof the jacket. The inov 8 stormshell has taped seams and is built to protect you from more than just passing showers but it s still breathable enough that you can run through a downpour at full pace without. Extremely lightweight with taped seams and adjustable hoods offering the latest waterproof technology with as much breathability as possible. You ll stay super dry and warm this breathable jacket is built for the worst of british weather.

To be counted as waterproof a material needs to keep out a column of water 1000mm high without leaking. Women s inov 8 waterproof jacket. The inov 8 ultrashell pro jacket is the king of all racing jackets. The best of the best this jacket from invo 8 is fully waterproof with taped seams and 13 000 hh.

Ultrashell inov 8 s lightest women s specific waterproof trail running shell jacket with hood weighs just 83g 2 9oz. Its seam sealed nylon shell is rated 20k 20k waterproof. Fully taped seams 10 000 hh waterproof rating and 10 000 b 1 breathability. Meets all strict mandatory race day kit requirements.

Besides being a quality guarantee taped seams are a way of ascertaining waterproofing in products and just strengthening the material in general. Has landed at run and become. Our tester ran in the snow with a couple of layers.