During a charter years ago in the BVI, something happened that I didn't expect: RAIN! When packing for the trip, I had all kinds of gear but even though my Seattle roots have wired me to plan for (and accept) rain, I didn't pack any foulies. Go figure? It's paradise - it's not supposed to rain!

As with about every charter I've done, there were some boat foulies in the foward hanging locker. I reached in to find a crispy, plastic, mildew-laced jacket that was practically useless. Oh well..

Fast forward to 2008. There are more and more great technical fabrics being created every day that are light, breathable, pack well, and protect from the elements.

Enter the Atlantis Microburst shell. Light, packable, and the perfect fit for charter foulweather protection and a decent travel jacket to boot. Check it out.

Tags: sailing, foul weather gear, outerwear, yacht charter, bareboat charter