Gore-tex jackets differ because of the material made with them. Gore-tex jackets are made with gore-tex fiber, which is not only waterproof but also quite breathable.
"Gore-Tex jackets offer water-proof, breathable protection that is soft to the touch, yet is resilient. The Gore Tex jackets are available for men and women."
Gore-Tex rain jackets can be purchased at local retailers and online. Name brands such as North Face, Columbia, and Helly Hansen all manufacture Gore-Tex rain jackets. These companies sell the jackets on their websites and in stores.
Gore Tex jackets are made of a chemical constituent of Teflon with micro fibered nodes called fibrils which make it able to be non-porous and resist water solubility.
One can purchase Goretex jackets at many outdoor stores such as Gander Mountain, Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's. One can also purchase Goretex jackets where ski jackets and equipment are sold.
The price of a gore tex jacket varies between $170 and $800. These jackets are this expensive because of the high quality of the gore text brand. It is a very warm jacket and wind doesn't come through.
Gore-Tex is a water-proofing material, a chemically inert form of expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE, or Teflon). Gore-tex is one of the most versatile waterproofing laminates used for clothing and shoes. When the outside gets wet, the inside will stay dry due to the breathable Gore-Tex lining.
Gore-Tex was created in 1976.
I've used Merrell shoes with Gore-Tex before, and they were quite breathable and 100% waterproof. I'm not sure about jackets, but I know Gore-Tex is known for it's breathability while staying waterproof. Jim, GORE-TEX breathes really well. You shouldn't worry about getting any hotter than you already are.
No, Gore-Tex was invented by William Gore. Lesley Gore's real name is Lesley Sue Goldstein.
"""gore tex"" (properly spelt ""Gore-Tex"") boots are better than leather for conditions where there will be a lot of water and it will be warm. Leather is not waterproof and does not breathe, whereas Gore-Tex does."
Gore-Tex XCR (extended comfort range).
Gore-Tex was invented in 1969. The two men who invented it were father and son, Wolbert L. Gore and Robert W. Gore.