Question: what is the difference between waterproof and gore tex?
Answer: The fabrics of GORE-TEX® and eVent® are both designed to fit the same purpose, to be breathable, windproof and waterproof, and both membranes do this remarkably well. ... The key point is that the differences in how the membranes are made means that some e-Vent® is generally more breathable, whereas GORE-TEX® is warmer.