I agree Patagonia had an issue or two with H2NO but they did have there reasons for switching. Now that Gore and Patagonia have teamed up again the result is Outstanding! The mountaineering line and the ski line are leaps and bounds ahead of last year, not only in the membrane but the fabrics and technology being used.

My recommendation, stop in one of the stores, try one on, and notice the little things that they have done well this year.