The worst one I've had was a North Face with...

...one of their earlier proprietary "Gor-Tex" membranes. It shed rain well, but would maintain a clammy "ecosystem" inside the jacket. It's one of those I consider a "standing in place" jacket, not a hiking jacket.

If you are really active, none of the waterproof membranes are fantastic at removing moisture, but some are much better than others.

In response to this post by HokieDiver

Posted: 08/22/2021 at 07:47AM

Need some rainjacket suggestions -- One4VT 08/21/2021 7:13PM

Mountain Hardware's 40% sale.... -- Vtskier1 08/22/2021 10:41AM

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I haven’t found a good one yet… ** -- HokieDiver 08/22/2021 12:04AM

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…wrap that rascal ** -- chumley 08/21/2021 7:28PM

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The worst one I've had was a North Face with...

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