Burley raingear no more

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I just found out that Burley, a former cooperative based in Oregon, is no longer producing raingear as of a recent buyout and a severe downsizing. (Under new ownership, they are focusing on their trailers...so no more tandems, either.)

I am a huge fan of their raincoats, which are very well designed for cycling, so I'm sad to hear the news. Apparently, they just couldn't survive fiscally as a coop. I assume most American consumers just aren't willing to pay more for a product that's made by decently paid and treated workers here in the States.

Anyway, as a year-round, carless cyclist in the drippy northwest, I feel qualified to recommend their Rock Point rain jacket, while you can still find them. I'm glad they're made so sturdy...I won't have to shop around for a replacement for another couple years, at least.

When you do need to replace your raincoat, I've always heard great things about Showers Pass raingear. They are also local (Seattle area I believe) and run by a couple. Personally I can't wear a real raincoat. I get waaaay to hot. I perfer a soft shell, which suprisingly keeps me very dry and happy.

Thanks for the pointer, Eden. Their jackets look very well-designed, and their touring jacket looks very similar to the Burley one I like so much now. For those interested, here are their jackets:

http://showerspass.com/cart/index.php?cPath=21_25

Anyone out there have any personal experience with Showers Pass's stuff?

Have you tried J&G Bicycle Clothing?
http://www.bicycleclothing.com/

They're out of Oregon, in your neck of the woods. I've been very happy with their prices and their products.