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https://www.snowys.com.au/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Yoast-25.jpg1200630When it rains, it pours - but it doesn't have to bore! In this episode, Ben is presented with another opportunity to geek out, and this time our gear gurus unfold the complex world of waterproof fabrics. From the fundamental differences between waterproof, water-resistant, and water-repellant, to hydrostatic head ratings and coatings - Ben and Lauren decode every last drop.