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Rain Coats Buying Guide

When the rain is coming down horizontally, and umbrella is not going to do much good. Rain coats is an effective way to protect your body form head to toe, while allowing you hands to be free for more flexible movement.

Styles of Raincoat

Some of the important styles of raincoat are Mackintosh, Gannex, waxed jacket , Anorak, Cagoule, Poncho, trech coat, kbone made in the UK.  If you are outdoors camping a poncho style raincoat made of plastic proves very useful. If you are on the way to office in the rainy season, then you should opt for stylish trench coats. Trench coats are made of a fabric called Gabardine which is very sturdy. Parkas are another style of rain coats with a waterproof finish. Children love to wear rain coats in different colours and cartoon themes. Short raincoats are used by people who are into rough work. !

Things to Consider 

* Lightweight doesn’t mean cheap material; go for good quality raincoats that are not too heavy. * Check whether the raincoat is 100% water-resistant.  * Waterproof fabrics such as gore-tex and coated nylons allow air to pass through breathe and avoid sweat vapour.  * Raincoats with buttons or zippers? This may be a matter of aesthitics, but zippers might be easier to use in an emergency. * Look for “packable” raincoats that can be stored when not used.  * A raincoat that reaches your knee offers better protection. * Remember to invest in a matching cap and boots to go along with your raincoat.

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