Aspire II Jacket - Women's
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Why We Like The Aspire Jacket
Light on weight, completely waterproof, and perfectly packable, the Outdoor Research Aspire Jacket shows us there's no reason not to toss it into our pack for any and all adventures. We love its breathable and easy-to-vent weather protection on backcountry ski adventures, extended backpacking treks, and long multi-pitch climbs alike. Designed with GORE-TEX Paclite technology, this lightweight shell delivers total waterproof protection without the bulk, and now features a more environmentally friendly DWR (Durable Water Repellent) that's free of PFCs.
Details
- Do-it-all shell that saves on weight but not on features
- GORE-TEX Paclite is lightweight and waterproof for every ascent
- Updated DWR is free of PFCs of environmental concern
- Hem-to-bicep vents offer poncho-like venting over a pack waistbelt
- Adjustable hood keeps your head dry during downpours
- Hand pockets sit above harness or waistbelt for quick gear access
- Waterproof zipper keeps water from sneaking in and soaking layers
- Jacket packs down into left hand pocket and clips onto a carabiner
- Item #ODRZ8LI
- Material
- [membrane/laminate] GORE-TEX Paclite (2 layer), [face fabric] 50d polyester, PFC(EC)-Free DWR coating
- Seams
- fully sealed
- Fit
- standard
- Length
- hip
- Center Back Length
- 26.75in
- Hood
- adjustable
- Pockets
- 2 hand, 1 chest
- Venting
- TorsoFlo
- Claimed Weight
- 12.5oz
- Activity
- backpacking, hiking, camping, climbing
- Manufacturer Warranty
- lifetime
Reviews
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Overall Rating
4 based on 58 ratings
Review Summary
Fits Slightly Small
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageMay 2, 2024
Great jacket and great customer service.
Had a slight issue with my order but customer service fixed it instantly. The jacket is awesome, super light, breathable, and waterproof. I love outdoor research!!
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
May 1, 2024
Loving it so far!
Just got this jacket, have worn it out in the rain several times - super pleased so far!
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
April 30, 2024
Absolutely love!
Absolutely LOVE this jacket. It is soft inside, minimal rain jacket crinkly noise, colors are BEAUTIFUL, and it keeps the rain off so well that it doesn't even need time to dry once bringing it inside. You can simply shake the water off the rain jacket and it rolls off more easily than rain on a window pane. The hood is big enough to fit a bulky winter hat, a pony tail, or even a high bun while still protecting your face. I spent several months researching rain jackets to find one that would be breathable but not let the wind in, protect me from the rain but not start to feel damp inside, and have a hood big enough to cover my face no matter what, and this is the perfect one! Only note that I have is SIZE UP WITH BIGGER HIPS!!! As a 5'5" very curvy 145lbs who would get along very well with Sir Mix-a-Lot, I sized up from my usual Medium (where the bust and arms fit well, but was stretching the lower half such that I needed to undo the side zips a bit to accommodate) to a Large and the jacket does not lose any of its style, beauty, or functionality, nor are the arms significantly longer. Even with a size up, the jacket still looks fantastically feminine!
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
April 15, 2024
Great quality, great look
Got this for my wife. It's great. The only downside is that it could be a little more form fitting, and the hood is a little big, but the hood can be adjusted.
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
April 7, 2024
Leaking within the first few wears
Very soon after I bought this jacket the seams started leaking. Within about 15 minutes of rain, the interior of the coat is completely wet. I tried following the re-waterproofing guide on the website but this made absolutely no difference.
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
April 1, 2024
Awesome Coat!
This coat is wonderfully versatile! Very easy to layer with other pieces and also takes up little to no space in a suitcase. Highly recommend.
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
March 26, 2024
she likes it. thank you
nice jacket, thanks
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
March 12, 2024
Fits well in the body, but I don't care for the fit of the h
I haven't had a chance to test this in severe rain, so I don't know how fully waterproof it really is. The fit is nice in the body - slim, but fits over layers. However, I really don't like how the hood fits. I've cinched it down, but the visor is too floppy and impedes vision.
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
March 8, 2024
very good
good jacket, comfortable, can use in everyday activities
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
March 5, 2024
Lightweight
- Familiarity:
- I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions
- Size Bought:
- Medium
I am usually a small but got the medium. This gives room for a fleece underneath. Very lightweight! Not too noisy. Nice poncho option with the full zippers under the arms. Haven’t tried it in a hard rain yet
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