>>1883152Umbrella. It’s situational, but in some situations it really excels.
>Actually waterproof and breathableThere’s no other rain gear than can compete when it comes to warm weather rain showers in the South. The options are to get wet from rain or sweat in a jacket or poncho. InB4 wind. Like I said, it’s situational.
>shadeHats can’t compete. It’s not even close. Reflective umbrellas keep you much cooler. It was God-tier on my R2R2R hike a few years ago, and I’m always grateful if there’s a mid-day road walk. It’s really great when stopping for a break too. It really opens up the possibilities.
-hide behind it while shitting
It’s more of a mental thing.
