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True soft shells like the buffalo shirt? No
Meme “soft shells” that have neither Pertex nor pile? Yeah, pointless marketing bs
Be advised, softshells only keep you roasty toasty if you’re moderately active. They are a blessing for ski touring, cycling, hiking, hill walking, military manoeuvres, but not for sitting around for 5 hours in the rain in a wet softshell.
I prefer a modular softshell, aka a fleece with a very breathable raincoat or, better yet, a windshirt over the top. Lets me remove the windshirt in warmer climes, dry each piece individually and vary the thickness of the fleece lining in different climes