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Outdoor Research
Helium Pant - Men's

2.25 out of 5 stars
4 Reviews

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Helium Pant

The Outdoor Research Men's Helium Pant provides protection from both passing showers and all-day deluges on the trail. This ultra-light and highly packable pant weighs a mere 5.9 ounces, and it compresses to the size of a granola bar—making it ideal for minimalist expeditions and extended thru-hikes.

A Pertex Shield + fabric gives waterproof and breathable protection from the elements while it allows for ample movement on the trail. Fully taped seams won't let water get in through the joints when driving rain suddenly moves in, and ankle zippers allow for easy removal when stormy skies finally clear.


Details

  • Waterproof (20k) and breathable (20k) Pertex Shield+
  • Nylon ripstop (30D) shell
  • Fully taped seams
  • Ankle zippers
  • Compatible with accessory suspenders
  • Item #ODR000E
Material
[membrane/laminate] Pertex Shield + (2.5-layer), [shell] nylon ripstop (30D)
Waterproof Rating
20,000 mm
Breathability Rating
20,000 g/m²
Seams
fully taped
Fit
standard
Waist
elastic waistband with drawstring
Recommended Use
hiking & camping
Manufacturer Warranty
lifetime

Overall Rating

2.5 based on 4 ratings

Review Summary

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3 Stars - 1 reviews
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1 out of 5 stars

May 31, 2021

Very light, not so durable.

Size Bought:
M
Height:
5' 10"
Weight:
160

Not suitable for anything more complex than commute. Took it to a trek, and broke in the first 2 hours. Feel good, very waterproof but not for the outdoors

Pedro C
1 out of 5 stars

November 24, 2020

Crotch blew out on the first trip

Title says it all. I wore these pants all of three times before the entire crotch blew out and they became completely useless. It was a 24 day rafting trip and I was stuck without rain pants for the rest of the trip. Not good

Hunter H
3 out of 5 stars

November 10, 2020

OR Helium Rain Pants

Familiarity:
I've used it several times
Size Bought:
Medium
Height:
5' 7"
Weight:
185

The OR Helium rain pants are light weight & pack down nicely. They are basic rain pants that keep the rain out. The elastic waist has a grippy material that is nice while using a backpack or fishing in my inflatable raft in high mountain lakes. I took the advice of another reviewer and picked up gators to protect the bottoms when in brushy areas. The only con for me is the thighs could use more room. Even with just a pair of thin long johns underneath (no pants) they are snug. For now I?m keeping them & using them but I?m pretty sure these will become an extra pair I keep stuffed in the bottom of my daypack for surprise rain & I?ll find something else for trips with known bad weather or extended trips.

Tim D
4 out of 5 stars

November 1, 2020

super light

Familiarity:
I've used it several times
Size Bought:
XL
Height:
6' 2"
Weight:
210

I bought these for rain/wind, as well as light snow, up here in Minnesota. They kept my legs warm & dry during an early season snow hike. I didn't have a problem fitting the pant legs over my boots. They are super light and packable and will be coming with me on my November trip to the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. I don't really miss the option for side pockets; I understand you give up some things in the name of simplicity and weight savings. My only gripe is the sizing. I ordered a large at first, and had to return them for an XL. The length, waist and leg widths are fine, but the crotch area is snug. It was my main issue with the large pair, as I prefer a slimmer leg taper, so I hoped it would be remedied with the XL but it's still snug. It feels like stepping up high onto boulders or over logs during off-trail travel could be a bit restrictive with the range of motion at the hips. I'm 6'2" and 210, so I'm not a super big guy, but also don't have a slim racing body type. When wet and sticking to me, I worry about possibly ripping out the crotch when raising my knees too much when going uphill, or kneeling down in camp. This might be an ex-fat guy problem, but worth noting for anyone else looking for super light rain pants.

Ben H