Protection against wind and weather has been sought by people at all times. Our ancestors until the beginning of the 19th century, however, had no choice but to seek a dry place and to shelter. The materials that made rain jackets possible in the first place were not available until then. So is the production of the first slicker to the Scottish inventor Macintosh, who invented a first long rubber raincoat. In 1920, the tailoring master Johann Klepper in Rosenheim produced the first „Klepper coat“, a cotton coat with a completely waterproof and abrasion-resistant rubber coating. Another development step to today’s modern lightweight and extremely versatile models of rain or Outdoor Jacketswas started by the popular in the 50s of the last century plastic coat. The final triumphal procession occurred slicker with the about 1970 the oil product of East Frisian fishermen and yachtsmen copied from „Friesennerz“. These slicker also offered the „landlubbers“ a great protection against wind, moisture and cold. Who can not remember the practical mostly yellow rain jackets for the dirty and rainy weather, which were quickly carried not only on the German North Sea coast?

The further development of the „Friesennerzes“ to a simple practical slicker

Since the invention of the „Friesennerzes“ many manufacturers have developed the rain and outdoor jackets for different purposes and weather conditions. A simple one slicker was made of a softer and more supple plastic material, which could be folded and so easily in every pocket anywhere, for example, on a hike or a walk, could be taken. These simple rain jackets are still popular today. They are available in different shapes and colors, depending on the fashion, the light rain jackets have been provided, for example, with colorful patterns or for children with funny characters. Also very popular to this day were the simple rain jackets made of clear transparent plastic, through which the other clothing of the wearer is very easy to recognize.

Modern rain and outdoor jackets with versatile functions

The evolution from simple rain jackets to multifunctional outdoor jackets has not come to an end. On the contrary, with the rise of many trend sports, such as mountain biking, Nordic walking and many more, as well as the rediscovered enthusiasm for hiking and other outdoor activities, many brand manufacturers have for sports, functional and outdoor clothing, such as Jack Wolfskin, Schöffel , Adidas, The North Face, CMP Campagnolo, McKinley and many others, developed a versatile offering. Modern functional and outdoor jackets are made of breathable materials, often equipped with so-called climate membranes and various functions. They repel wind and water, often have various zippers with secure zippers and warming hoods. With a high level of functionality, the modern rain and outdoor jackets should ensure a high level of comfort.