by Holly » Sun Sep 01, 2013 12:14 am
I have recently commented on my paramo aspira being the be all and end all of my journey through a self sufficient wild camp of 8 days through a high camp on Norway. I would add that I have a paramo ultralight lightweight smock which is also totally waterproof and exceptionally warm when used with proper base layers (I use icebreaker non smelly, efficient and warm underlayer base layers. ). I would say that it would have been less than sufficient in Norway BUT, has never been a problem in Scotland although not in Winter. I have previously had goretex stuff but it has never (to me) had the cosiness and coolness when needed that Paramo has had. Paramo is also light and well, soft?. Its no fashion statement but boy, in Norway in bad weather,, did I care!I was comfortable, dry and my gear dried out fast.
BUT,,, the Paramo lightweight smock, looked after, is a bit more fashion orientated looks good and works well.? A spring option? worth a look I would say.
PS I also have a Buffalo which is not totally waterproof and is different concept entirely BUT,,,, worth a look too!