If you're outside in the rain more than 100 hours a season, get some decent gear. Most of the non-goretex *"Breathable"* stuff isnt the best, and will only be good for the first few times out before it gets damp. It wont get wet, but it will get damp. The wetskins stuff is decent, but it gets damp. The viking stuff at marks isnt that bad, but it too gets damp.
Also, if you wear a wetskins or any other type of "breathable" raingear, make sure to have a nice barrier between your skin and the jacket. A nice fleece lining works good.