For many years now a shell has been my primary jacket, year round. It is with me nearly every day, either being worn or just in the car with me in case it is needed. When it is cold if I will be outside for any length of time I will put something warmer on, either under the shell or by itself.

When it is raining the shell protects the upper body but my legs get wet. A few days ago I found my ooooold London Fog rain coat, a trench coat I suppose, in the closet. I wore it to work this week in the rain and gained a new appreciation for the design.

I have not noticed many people wearing trench coats but a quick search shows quite a few available, from reasonable to high priced.

My first thoughts is to look for a more outdoor oriented long coat. That I have not seen. Do any of you folk know of any such long coats?

A more dressy coat is ok as long as it is rugged and not too crazy expensive.

And a removable liner for warmth is helpful as well.

Not really a hard core prep item but something that could be very useful.

As always, any thoughts and input is most appreciated.