Comments on: 8 Things You Should Know About Gore-tex

By: Tim Leffel

Tim Leffel — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 15:41:10 +0000

Dave,

Agreed about the energy use, but it is essential for any product with DWR waterproofing—not just those with expensive membranes under it—to dry it in a dryer to restore the properties after a washing. I’ve seen landromats all over Europe, so even if you don’t have a dryer at home you can feed some coins into one of those. It’s not like you’re washing these items every week anyway. Most once or twice a year even if you use them a lot.

By: Dave

Dave — Sat, 08 Dec 2012 12:08:20 +0000

Interesting article. Thanks. I don’t know anyone here in Europe who owns a clothes dryer and I’ve often thought that that goes a long way toward explaining why we use half the energy that Americans use to get the same things done. This info about machine drying gore-tex jackets comes as a real bummer to this committed gore-tex user!

By: Graham Hollingsworth

Graham Hollingsworth — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 01:52:21 +0000

In response to Gore-tex lined shoes, I have several pairs, mainly lightweight, low-cut walking types. They rock! So long as you don’t go too deep, they keep your feet dry – unlike sneakers. BUT, if you simply want a pair to work indoors in, get the same type of supportive shoe but without the Gore-tex, as they will breath better on hot days. For out door wet days, go the Gore-tex!

By: Tim L.

Tim L. — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 12:46:22 +0000

What are you wearing under it Sam? That’s a key factor too. If it’s cotton, you’re getting and staying soaked no matter what’s on top.

By: sam

sam — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 21:32:28 +0000

yes ifind my expensive galvin green pacilite goretex jacket useless breathability in ireland it cost 300 euro in mc guirks golf shop.and you get soaked in own sweat just walking.overpriced