Epsilon vs Silnylon

[Sandman614]

I have both Epsilon and Intruder MC silnylon at the shop. I will compare the two for waterproofness and report back. I think the Epsilon will have trouble with two quick and dirty tests that I use for assessing coated fabrics:

1. Lick and stick thumb test - Lick your finger and press against the fabric. See how hard you have to press for water droplets to come through.

2. Hydrostatic abrasion - Fill a cup with water, cover it with the fabric, and rubber band the top. Turn upside down and rub the fabric. How long does it take for water to come through, or does it come through at all?

Have you had a chance to test the epsilon?

[dingbat]

Much heavier and does't pack as well.

I find the Epsilon to pack very similarly to a 1.1 silnylon. Maybe a little bulkier, but nowhere near anything like a 70D Poly.

[sargevining]

The only problem I've had packing my Epsilon quilts is that it takes a while to get the air out towards the end of the packing process when there's a lot of pockets closing off the 1.1 inner shell. Its breathable, but its the water resistant quality of the Nanosphere coating makes it a good deal less than uncoated material.