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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)
waterproof breathable
fabric for the top panel. The remaining components are constructed of
the same "Aluminized" nylon fabric used for the standard model.
This new 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
weighs more than the ORIGINAL model, though both
designs are lightweight. The ORIGINAL 4x5 BLACKJACKET™ weighs
just 8 ounces while the HYBRID 4x5 weighs 17 ounces. We didn't want to
add too much
to
the weight, so the heavier, breathable fabric was only used 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.
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The HYBRID BLACKJACKET™ features a top panel of
waterproof/breathable white(outside)/black(inside) fabric sandwich for
more comfort.
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