I'm still using the River Road Taos jacket that I've had for years. As much as I'd like an Aerostich jacket, I can't justify the funds at this time.
What I'd like to know is if I can improve on my Taos jacket, since it's still in good shape and there's no reason to get rid of it. The issue is waterproofing.
The Taos is, at best, water resistant. It'll do fine for light sprinkling while I'm in motion, but if I find myself in proper rain it will get soaked quickly.
I've only recently learned of Nikwax. My understanding of it is that it's a water repellant that can be added to garments. What I don't know is if it's actually effective.
Has anyone here used Nikwax on a jacket (or pants) that was not originally designed with waterproof materials? Is it worth the time, or just a lot of marketing hype?
I'm game for anything that would allow me to leave my PVC gear at home.
What I'd like to know is if I can improve on my Taos jacket, since it's still in good shape and there's no reason to get rid of it. The issue is waterproofing.
The Taos is, at best, water resistant. It'll do fine for light sprinkling while I'm in motion, but if I find myself in proper rain it will get soaked quickly.
I've only recently learned of Nikwax. My understanding of it is that it's a water repellant that can be added to garments. What I don't know is if it's actually effective.
Has anyone here used Nikwax on a jacket (or pants) that was not originally designed with waterproof materials? Is it worth the time, or just a lot of marketing hype?
I'm game for anything that would allow me to leave my PVC gear at home.