Helium Rain Jacket - Men's
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Why We Like The Helium Rain Jacket
The Outdoor Research Helium Rain Jacket is the lightweight shell that's worked thru-hikers and gram-counters into a tizzy. Weighing only six ounces, the Helium rides light and takes up little real estate in our pack until we need it to ride out a surprise shower or gusty conditions at the summit. We like other OR rain jackets for torrential rains and downpours, but the Helium's Pertex Shield Diamond Fuse shell is surprisingly tough for its weight, highly breathable, windproof, and waterproof in light to moderate precipitation. It's a great emergency shell and a top pick for hikers, backpackers, runners, and climbers who prioritize weight savings and packability over everything else.
Details
- Ultralight and packable rain shell for variable weather
- Best for off-and-on precipitation and emergency use
- 30-denier ripstop is thin but highly abrasion-resistant
- Waterproof and seam-sealed to keep out light to moderate rain
- Adjustable hood and hem with elastic cuffs ensure a secure fit
- Chest pocket doubles as its stuff sack
- Carabiner Loop and Key Clip
- Item #ODRZ8AN
- Material
- [membrane] Pertex Shield Diamond Fuse (2.5-layer) [face fabric] 30D nylon ripstop
- Seams
- fully sealed
- Fit
- standard
- Length
- hip
- Center Back Length
- [medium] 27in
- Hood
- adjustable
- Pockets
- 1 zippered chest
- Claimed Weight
- 6.3oz
- Activity
- hiking, backpacking
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 3 years
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Overall Rating
4 based on 281 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageDecember 7, 2024
Nice lightweight all use jacket
excellent light weight jacket, strong material and a nice color. Will be good for hikes, windy climbing days and packs down to stow small in a pack.
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
November 20, 2024
not waterproof, save your money.
This jacket is not waterproof and hardly water repellent.
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
November 19, 2024
Not a rain jacket
This should probably be called a wind breaker. Doesn’t keep you dry.
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
November 18, 2024
Super light and packable
Can't believe something to light can be so waterproof!
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
November 7, 2024
Fantastic Jacket
Fantastic jacket, and exactly what was hoped for. Sturdy enough to wear, but light enough to throw in a bag for eventualities.
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
November 3, 2024
Thin and lightweight
I should have watched some video reviews before buying this jacket. I use a Grunden’s rain jacket for recreational fishing in Alaskan rivers and I was looking to get a replacement. This jacket was a flash deal and I bought it not knowing what it’s meant to be for. It’s a very thin jacket that folds into a small triangular pocket, wrinkles easy after removing it from that pocket, and it appears to be a jacket geared towards runners. If you’re looking for a lightweight shell where you expect to be very active, this is for you. If you want to hike in wet conditions, or fish rivers, or go on a boat ride, find another jacket.

Originally reviewed on ExpertVoice.com
October 29, 2024
Not a Rain Jacket
Not a rain jacket. Wetted out in 15 minutes in Newfoundland. It is a great windbreaker and is easy to carry cycling in a back pocket. I washed it and retreated it but alas,- it is only a wind shell. I would not rely on this in the back country for rain protection. But I do like it for a light weight wind jacket to carry.
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
September 29, 2024
Definitely Ultralight
Jacket great for light rain. Only issue I had was lack of pockets and small chest pocket size. Otherwise works well for shedding the rain!
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
September 16, 2024
It’s gettin the job done up here…
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Size Bought:
- Xl
This shell delivers… no water gets through, It’s still got a little breathability and it will stay in the backpacking kit indefinitely. If you’re working or ripping through thick brush I’d be careful, it should come as no surprise that ultra light is often inversely proportionate to ultra durable…
August 1, 2024
Typical OR quality
- Familiarity:
- I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions
- Size Bought:
- XL
I own several OR garments and I'm happy with all of them. The Helium Rain Jacket is one of the best light weight rain jackets out there.
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