Exposure 2,

Made from Paclite Plus, created by US outdoor fabric-maker WL Gore for use in lightweight garments that will protect walkers during shortish spells of dodgy weather. The low weight (only 257g) will appeal to fans of ultralight walking, as will the simple chest pocket and two huge hip pockets big enough for OS maps.

For me, the big snag is the hood. It has a reasonably effective peak, but with only one cord to adjust, the collar is left open around the neck – so not ideally suited to driving rain or cold winds.

Lightweight, compact and waterproof – but the hood could be better.