Outdoor Research Helium Jacket Review

I went out yesterday in 40 f weather with 12mph winds.

Outdoor research helium jacket review. Since the outdoor research helium ii is simply a thin jacket designed for the purposes of providing lightweight portability it can be understood that it comes with no accessories. By ordering mine one size up i got a jacket that layers perfectly over my down jacket. The helium ii blows the competition out of the water here coming in at a featherweight of just 5 2 ounces. Built for flash storm protection the 100 waterproof breathable helium ii jacket weighs an incredibly light 6 4 ounces.

From reading reviews it seems this functionality on the outdoor research helium ii rain jacket for men works really well and you can stuff the jacket into it s pocket in a very quick time and down to a very small size to be easily packed away. New for aw 20 outdoor research helium rain jacket and pants. Using a unique fabric with diamond shaped filaments that lock together the new helium rain jacket and pants have five times the tear strength of the current helium fabric as well as a 50 percent higher waterproof rating. It manages to offer respectable stormworthiness and the extended water resistance you d expect from a rain jacket but with the weight and packability of a wind shirt.

In 2020 their updated helium rain jacket and rain pants offer a better fit improved waterproofing and durability and are even lighter weight than. While my down jacket was warm enough by itself adding the helium ii on top of it really boosted the warmth. The designers at outdoor research focused entirely on keeping this jacket light unfortunately cutting down on weight sacrificed a bit of this jacket s ability to protect you from the elements and last through countless adventures. Minimalists this is your solution for maximum storm protection.

It also has a carabiner loop for easy attachment if you re climbing. The outdoor research helium ii rain jacket weighing in at a scant 6 2 ounces for a men s medium is fully wind and waterproof decently well featured and fits the bill for both ultralight die hards and comfort ultralighters. The outdoor research helium s combination of 159 price tag 6 ounce weight and full waterproofing put it in a unique spot in the market most of its rain jacket competitors are either more expensive or quite a bit heavier. The helium line from outdoor research has set the standard in lightweight and packable rain shells for backcountry adventures and travel for years.

The closest thing to an accessory that comes with this jacket is a small pouch that it fits inside when compressed into its portable travel size. It even packs into its own pocket down to the size of a sandwich making an easy addition to your harness backpack or running vest.