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Frogg Toggs Ultra-Lite2 Waterproof Rain Suit vs Sitka Dew Point Jacket

Dew Point Jacket is the lighter of the two by 25 g (0.9 oz).

Where to buy

Ultra-Lite2 Waterproof Rain Suit

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Dew Point Jacket

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Weights and prices are the manufacturer’s published figures. The lower weight and the higher R-value are highlighted.

Ultra-Lite2 Waterproof Rain Suit

Frogg Toggs

Dew Point Jacket

Sitka

Weight
11.3 oz
10.4 oz
MSRP
—
$375.00

Which one to choose

  • Choose the Sitka Dew Point Jacket if every ounce counts — 10.4 oz against 11.3 oz.
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Questions this comparison answers

Is the Frogg Toggs Ultra-Lite2 Waterproof Rain Suit lighter than the Sitka Dew Point Jacket?
Dew Point Jacket is the lighter of the two by 25 g (0.9 oz).

Frogg Toggs Ultra-Lite2 Waterproof Rain Suit

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“The Frogg Toggs Ultra-Lite2 is the budget ultralight rain set that keeps appearing on thru-hiker gear lists: a fully waterproof jacket and pants in breathable non-woven polypropylene that together weigh around eleven ounces and cost a fraction of a name-brand shell. The tradeoff is durability — the fabric tears on brush — but the value is hard to beat.”
Full specs and prices for the Ultra-Lite2 Waterproof Rain Suit →

Sitka Dew Point Jacket

Source not recorded.

“Our 3-layer GORE-TEX Dew Point Jacket offers lightweight waterproof protection for volatile weather. Minimalist construction features include 20-denier nylon ripstop face with soft GORE ® C-KNIT ® backer technology for breathable comfort and packability, pit zips for expelling heat, micro-taped seams to reduce weight and zippered pockets that are accessible while wearing a pack belt and Mountain Optics Harness.”
Full specs and prices for the Dew Point Jacket →

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