Helium Rain Jacket - Men's
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Why We Like The Helium Rain Jacket
The Helium Rain Jacket delivers the most durable, lightweight storm protection that Outdoor Research has to offer. Its Pertex Shield Diamond Fuse shell offers reliable waterproofing, comfortable breathability, and fully sealed seams the prevent a single raindrop from seeping through. Only weighing six ounces, the entire jacket packs into its own chest pocket to roughly fit the size of your palm.
Details
- Ultralight rain jacket designed for rainy hikes
- Durably waterproof with sealed seams and Pertex Shield Diamond Fuse
- Adjustable hood and hem with elastic cuffs ensure a secure fit
- Packs into chest pocket for compact storage
- 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
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 3 years
Reviews
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Overall Rating
4 based on 215 ratings
Review Summary
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageMarch 17, 2024
Meh
- Familiarity:
- I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions
- Size Bought:
- L
I was looking for a breathable, waterproof jacket for running. This aint it. Nice jacket. Looks nice and seems well made but isnt waterproof. I went out in a mild rain and it was leaking through the fabric within 30 mins.
March 10, 2024
When Weight Matters
The ultralite Helium jacket and pants are perfect when weight matters. Although they won't keep you dry for too long, they give you enough time to get sheltered and off the trail. They tend to soak through within an hour, depending on how heavy the rain is. I recommend this piece of equipment.
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
March 10, 2024
Not good enough for Washington State
If it's a soaking, steady rain....you will get wet. Mine leaks through.
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
March 9, 2024
Lightweight & packable
Very lightweight and packable. Great fit as well.
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
March 4, 2024
They've changed sizing
New heliums are longer than before, I think the fit is much worse now... however, the newer heliums have a more breathable fabric which is nice.
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
March 4, 2024
Unfortunately not made very well.
I have now had two of these jackets completely come apart at the seams.
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
February 16, 2024
Perfect
Lightweight, easy to pack without taking up much room, and great protection from the elements!
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
February 16, 2024
great packable rain jacket
This is my go to "toss in the backpack just in case" jacket for hiking/travel and my everyday go to in the summer and shoulder season rain jacket. Packs down small into it's own pocket, is light weight and I haven't had it soak through yet here in the Pacific Northwest. Pretty breathable, good for summer rains and shoulder season if temps are moderate. fit is athletic with just enough room for a slim base layer if you need it.
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
February 15, 2024
Yes
Great product, just what I was looking for. Something to throw in my pack for light rain. If I expect heavy rain I take my Foray II Gore-tex Jacket another great product from OR
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
February 12, 2024
Perfect rain coat!
Absolutely great jacket! I picked the wrong color so want to return it. I will definitely be just changing the color as I will get a ton of use from it!
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
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