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I have had trouble(s) with the so called expensive "dry tops" They just don't keep me dry. I find the breathable materials break down and you have to spray the hell out of it with waterproofing spray and while that helps somewhat it is not a good solution.
The dingy racing jackets are really great. They keep you dry and are very light and comfortable but the ones I have used are not breathable. There is a multi-layer fabric and in the middle is a waterproof membrane. It keeps water out but you will perspire.
I wear the dingy jackets all summer because they are so light but they are not perfect.
I have not tried helly hanson's and that may be different.
Right now I think I have 6 pair of rain gear in different formats:
everything from the dingy jackets to Grunden Hercules. Nothing is perfect. I really don't think they make a really good breathable product that lasts.
I am about to go to LLbean and just start returning them when they become non waterproof. There return policy is second to none.
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