Comments on: Ground Radius eVent Ski Jacket Review

By: Jason Mitchell

Jason Mitchell — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 16:51:41 +0000

I work for Glasses.com and own/run FeedTheHabit.com. I’m just shooting straight about the realities of eVent. Since this was published, Gore Active Shell and Polartec NeoShell have come onto the scene as well as Mountain Hardwear’s laminate (slightly-modified eVent), which all performs pretty darn well.

To answer your question… I don’t work for eVent.

By: blikkem

blikkem — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 16:13:56 +0000

Who do you work for?

By: Jason Mitchell

Jason Mitchell — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 05:49:30 +0000

Hey Dan

Your best bet will be to look at http://www.Westcomb.com. They offer similar products and quality to Arc’Teryx and use eVent Fabrics throughout the line.

http://www.westcomb.com/products/productall.asp?Product_SexID=1

They are also available through http://www.Backcountry.com.

By: dan

dan — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 21:42:19 +0000

Is there an eVent jacket sans hood (or at least zip-off) with an athletic cut along the lines of a Patagonia Lightweight R4/Arcteryx Gamma SV/Cloudveil Serendipity?

By: Jason Mitchell

Jason Mitchell — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 17:19:36 +0000

No doubt, Billy!

eVent is by far the best-performing fabric for high-octane outdoor activities like backcountry skiing, snowshoeing, mountain biking, trail running, etc. The stuff is money!

By: billy

billy — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 17:00:53 +0000

For high-output winter activities, there is no comparison to eVent. I have the Ground Extension shell, which is definitely the best shell I’ve owened. For cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, it’s top-notch. You’ll be cool and comfortable while your friends are shedding layers.

By: Jason Mitchell

Jason Mitchell — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 17:27:02 +0000

Just a quick update here. eVent Fabrics have really taken off in recent years, but they are still facing challenges of reaching consumers because many top-notch manufacturers are tied at the hip with W.L. Gore. It’s hard to break those contracts, but at some point consumers need to demand better technology in waterproof/breathable outerwear.

We have tested GoreTex XCR and Pro Shell next to eVent and it’s not even close. eVent jackets typically are built without pit zips because you don’t need them. When you get to the top of the skintrack in an eVent jacket, you have no perspiration buildup inside the shell. Whereas with GoreTex, you’ve got all kinds of buildup. The stuff just plain works!

In a recent news release at Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2008, REI announced that they will be utilizing eVent Fabrics for a new line of technical outerwear for Fall 2008. Look for more information and hopefully a product review shortly!