Waterproof Zippers

“Has anyone used these on a piece of gear and if so, what has been your experience with them?

Just curious.”

“I can't afford the gear that uses them. I haven't heard anything bad, though.”

“I believe Arc'Teryx was the first to employ those zippers on one of their jackets something like 3-4 years ago. Although I coveted that jacket for a while, the $300-$400 price tag disuades me from the purchase. Those zippers do look like they'd work.”

“Don't waterproof zippers defeat the purpose?

Oh, you're not talking about pants?”

“We have a name for them inside the industry...


We call them Urban Legends..”

“Then why are so many companies going for them?”

“I manufacture jackets, and my zippers are truely waterproof. The brand Drift Creek Outdoors stands behind all its promises and will beat the other brands in quality and price, guaranteed!”

“Give us a web site!”

“Give us free samples to take on the Alaska expedition to test and then we'll sing the praises everywhere iffin they work!”

“I have been using waterproof zippers on Patagonia clothing for 5 years now. They do great in all weather conditions.”

“hello, link please.
How about a sponsorship too. I'll sing it's praises.”

“My finacial situation has improved over the years. Thet're great (Sierra Designs, MEC).”