Summary: In this Episode (026) of the Elk Talk Podcast, John Barklow discusses outer layers, including science and how that drives technology. John explains how the proper outer layer is your protection against the elements. Topics covered include membranes, evaporation rates, humidity equilibrium, heat loss from wind and evaporation, DWR surfaces, weight from moisture absorption, seams and leakage, breathable rain gear, and a lot of shop talk about designing and building high performance outer layers.
