As a first step in buying gear, I usually check Backpackers Gear Guide for the most recent year. And narrow down the field to just three or four. In your case you've got a lot of lead time so mail ordering will save you a lot of gas, time since return polices are usually favorable. Fwiw I too am looking at rain gear....there's a lot out there and can seem daunting! Good luck with the project


Edited by the-gr8t-waldo (01/19/17 11:45 AM)