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Andrew Skurka · 1 Mar 2012

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  1. Our reading

    So-called waterproof footwear will not keep feet dry in wet conditions.

    Their wordsSo-called "waterproof" footwear will not keep your feet dry.

  2. Our reading

    Waterproof-breathable fabrics are often overhyped in terms of actual performance.

    Their wordsMy experience is that these fabrics are greatly overhyped, in terms of their actual performance versus the advertised claims.

  3. Our reading

    In extended wet conditions, wet feet are an inevitable reality regardless of gear used.

    Their wordsBut in extended wet conditions that you can't avoid, wet feet are simply an inevitable reality.

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