Best Lightweight Waterproof Jacket Women Can Pack in a Carryon: Eddie Bauer TheGirl On The Go Trenchis the top selling Eddie Bauer waterproof jacket and one of the highest recommended by TFG readers. It’s sleek, simple and streamlined with a slim silhouette that creates a flattering fit. N...
even if you’re not expecting rain. In fact, we'd say that after a pair ofwalking boots(or lightweightwalking shoes), and perhaps awater bottle, a good waterproof jacket is the single most important piece of outdoor kit you can carry. ...
Not all packable jackets are waterproof so if you’re looking for atruly waterproof jacket, it’s important to read the specifications section on the website. Most rain jackets will be waterproof but others could just be water-resistant instead. You May Also Need Packable items are essential f...
On a recent testing trip in southern Patagonia, we fell in love with the Falketind Gore-Tex Paclite jacket, which offered reliable waterproofing alongside a fantastic fit and finish. Norrøna’s lightest and most packable waterproof jacket, the Falketind checks in at just 9.1 ounces and features...
This fabric, which is located at the hood and shoulders, is both significantly more durable than typical packable down jacket shells and actually waterproof: a major asset if an unexpected storm kicks up. A lightweight waterproof nylon reinforces the hood, shoulders, and upper arm of the Out...
When reviewing these winter waterproof jackets, we put them through some very rigorous testing, taking them into harsh, winter mountain conditions to find out how they perform.Performance, durability and comfort are essential elements of a winter waterproof jacket, but we also looked at how well ...
This Helly Hansen jacket is great for different types of conditions. It’s a great-fitting jacket that is waterproof, breathable, and windproof, and its fully sealed seams protect against the elements. A packable hood is perfect for sudden and unexpected inclement weather, quick-dry 100% polyest...
If you want something a bit lighter for warmer weather, this waterproof jacket is our pickfor rainy destinations. We tested this duringour rain jackets lab testunderneath a portable shower, and the water beaded up immediately and slid right off without ever getting through to the inner layers....
Here, the waterproof membrane has a thin coating applied to the inside, rather than a proper lining. This type of jacket is often typified by a rubbery feel, but the ‘half’ layer makes the material lighter and more packable. DWR Durable Water Repellent treatment (DWR) is often used on...
The very first 3-in-1 waterproof jacket I’ll be taking a closer look at is the one made by Mountain Warehouse. Its name is Thunderstorm 3-in-1 Jacket and it consists of an inner fleece jacket and an outer shell. Just as I expected, the outer shell is waterproof and breathable, due...