Rain Protection Recommendations

Staying dry preserves warmth and reduces risk fast.

• Primary
• Alternate
• Contingency
• Emergency

Primary

Your standard rain layer for typical trips.

• Primary Rain Pick #1 (Rain Shell)
• Primary Rain Pick #2 (Pack Cover)
• Primary Rain Pick #3 (Waterproof Storage)

• What to look for: coverage, breathability, hood fit.

Alternate

Backup rain protection stored separately.

• Alternate Rain Pick #1 (Poncho)
• Alternate Rain Pick #2 (Rain Pants)
• Alternate Rain Pick #3 (Dry Bags)

• What to look for: compact, fast to deploy.

Contingency

More coverage for extended wet conditions.

• Contingency Rain Pick #1 (Storm-rated Shell)
• Contingency Rain Pick #2 (Shelter + Rain Combo)
• Contingency Rain Pick #3 (Boot/Gaiter Option)

• What to look for: durability, full coverage, easy layering.

Emergency

Emergency rain protection to prevent hypothermia.

• Emergency Rain Pick #1 (Emergency Poncho)
• Emergency Rain Pick #2 (Waterproof Wrap)
• Emergency Rain Pick #3 (Rapid Dry Storage)

• What to look for: speed, coverage, reliability.