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The HYBRID BLACKJACKET™ is identical
to the ORIGINAL in all respects with one important exception. The HYBRID incorporates the classic two-layer sandwich of white (outside) and black
(inside)
water-resistant breathable
fabric for the top panel. The bottom panel and sleeves are now constructed of the same black fabric that is used for the inside of the top panel. This HYBRID design was created in response to feedback from users in high
humidity
areas, where the lightweight, Aluminized (non-breathable) fabric
was less desirable.
The tradeoff for additional comfort is that the HYBRID
models weigh more than the ORIGINAL model, though both
designs are lightweight. The ORIGINAL 4x5/7 BLACKJACKET™ weighs
just 8 ounces while the HYBRID SHADOW 4x5/7 weighs 15 ounces. We didn't want to
add too much
to
the weight, so we only use two layers of fabric for the top panel, where it
will do the
most good.
Since the price of the HYBRID is the same as the ORIGINAL BLACKJACKET™ the
decision is yours to make. Most photographers choose the more comfortable
HYBRID. But for those hard-core
backpackers trying to shave every ounce off their load, we still offer
the ORIGINAL model. |
Cooler and water-resistant, the fabric used for the HYBRID is similar to what is commonly used on dress raincoats. Though water beads up on the surface of this tightly woven material, technically it does not qualify as fully waterproof.
Our newest version of the HYBRID, the HYBRID SHADOW BLACKJACKET™ features a top panel of
water-resistant/breathable white (outside)/black (inside) fabric sandwich for
more comfort. The bottom panel and sleeves, formerly constructed of a coated nylon fabric, is now the same woven fabric as the inside of the top panel for even more comfort in hot/humid conditions. |