Showers Pass started in 1997, when Dave Morrow wanted to make himself the perfect cycling-specific rain jacket. Dave wanted a jacket that would be perfect for the variable Pacific Northwest climate: something comfortable enough to wear at the start of a ride, and 50 miles in, too. He tinkered with the design, selected the material and commissioned a local kayak paddle sports apparel company to make him a one-of-a-kind goldenrod jacket.

The first Elite Jacket was born. Since that very first Elite jacket, we've continued innovating apparel and gear that maximizes outdoor adventure: striving for the optimal balance of weather protection, breathability, and fit for different activities. Things have changed since 1997, but we remain true to our roots: finding the perfect construction and features that gets us outside longer, and more often.