Outdoor Research Helium Rain
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The OR Helium is the ultralight champion here at 9oz and fist-sized compression — carry it in your day bag and forget it's there until you need it.
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The OR Helium is the ultralight champion here at 9oz and fist-sized compression — carry it in your day bag and forget it's there until you need it. The Pertex Shield membrane is genuinely waterproof and the quality is impressive at this weight. It's less breathable than 3-layer options at high exertion, but as a packable emergency layer it's unmatched.
Pros
- 9oz — lightest jacket here
- Compresses to fist size into its own stuff sack
- Pertex Shield membrane is genuinely waterproof
- Excellent price for the weight-to-protection ratio
Cons
- Less breathable than 3-layer options during active use
- Not designed for extended high-output activity in wet conditions
200+ Miles w/ Outdoor Research Helium ii rain jacket | Full review
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