We’re having unusually nice weather here in DC – sunny and 65 degrees F at the end of November. So I smiled when I went through my run bag and had to move my Storm Jacket out of the way to find something.

Vortex Media’s Storm Jacket is a quick and easy cover for transporting your camera in bad weather. Doug Jensen sent me a sample, and at first I didn’t understand it. The material is light and strong, and it’s definitely waterproof. It just doesn’t have an opening for a lens or viewfinder.

But the first time I had to walk a couple of blocks from my car to an interviewee’s office in the pouring rain, it all made sense. If you’re not going to be shooting in the rain, why spend the time to install your rain gear? This quick-to-install cover is the perfect short-term protection for your camera as you move around outside.

Once inside the office, the cover quickly comes off and you’re ready to shoot.

Check out this slick little slicker at: http://stormjacket.com