Helium Ii Rain Jacket Review

We talked to outdoor research about how the outdoor research helium ii rain jacket fits they say it runs true to size.

Helium ii rain jacket review.

All in all the helium ii is very well outfitted for a minimalist rain jacket. 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. It also has a carabiner loop for easy attachment if you re climbing. The outdoor research helium ii rain jacket is a minimalist rain shell that is so lightweight it can serve double duty as a waterproof wind shirt.

I have worn this jacket a few times on the trail when it started to spit but nothing too serious. I have worn this jacket a few times on the trail when it started to spit but nothing too serious. We recommend using the size chart and ordering up one size if you want to layer under this jacket. Then a few weeks ago we got hit with a rainstorm the likes of which i haven t seen since i left kansas.

All in all the helium ii is very well outfitted for a minimalist rain jacket. Outdoor research helium ii rain jacket. It is a snug fitting jacket that is designed to be worn with only a t shirt underneath as it is for warm weather activities. One interesting alternative is black diamond s fineline this jacket uses a 2 5 layer construction with built in stretch and has a similar trim fit.

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. Exploring the technical features of this ultralight waterproof and breathable rain jacket. A technical review of the outdoor research helium ii jacket.