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Comparing Rain Jackets for Men

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Awards Top Pick Award
An Excellent Air-Permeable Option
Top Pick Award
Best Mobility and Freedom of Movement
   
Price $185.62 at Amazon
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$134.97 at Amazon$198.97 at Public Lands$400 List
$400.00 at REI
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Pros Stretchy, very breathable, excellent adjustable hoodGreat mobility, amazing breathability, waterproof chest pocket, helmet-compatible hoodExcellent side vents, comfortable, excellent water resistanceGreat storm protection, above average breathability, no clammy feeling, packs tightly into reversible stuff pocket, helmet-compatible hood, less crinklyTop-tier storm worthiness, great hood design, long-lasting DWR, excellent breathability, hip-belt-friendly pockets
Cons Less waterproof than others, opposite-facing zipperDoesn’t pack into pocket, less waterproof than top models, above average weightPocket zippers are not waterproof, does not stow in pocketAverage freedom of movement, less stretchy than most other air-permeable models, fit, low handwarmer pockets could be more functionalNo ventilation options, expensive, doesn't stuff into its pocket
Bottom Line This is an extra-stretchy, air-permeable rain jacket that is a phenomenal choice in inclement weather when maintaining mobility is a top priorityA very solid jacket with excellent breathability that provides strong waterproofing in all but the most extreme of situationsA reliable all-around shell with great ventilation features in a fairly light, durable, and stormworthy packageThis jack-of-all-trades jacket offers some of the best weather protection and durability for an air-permeable modelThis function-focused jacket is exceptionally versatile and offers some of the best performance in our review
Rating Categories Rab Kinetic Alpine 2.0 Outdoor Research Fo... Outdoor Research Fo... Outdoor Research Mi... Arc'teryx Beta Jacket
Water Resistance (30%)
5.5
7.5
7.0
8.0
8.0
Breathability (25%) Sort Icon
9.5
9.0
8.5
8.0
8.0
Comfort and Mobility (20%)
8.5
9.0
8.0
7.5
8.0
Weight (15%)
5.1
4.7
6.7
5.0
7.3
Durability (10%)
7.5
7.0
7.0
7.5
7.0
Specs Rab Kinetic Alpine 2.0 Outdoor Research Fo... Outdoor Research Fo... Outdoor Research Mi... Arc'teryx Beta Jacket
Measured Weight 14.4 oz 15.0 oz 11.8 oz 14.5 oz 10.75 oz
Waterproof Fabric Material 3-layer Proflex recycled polyester knit (propriatary material) 2-layer recycled Gore-Tex Paclite, 50D poly, stretch Gore-Tex panel, PFC-free DWR finish 2-layer Gore-Tex Paclite 3-layer AscentShell (propriatary material) 3-layer Gore-Tex with Gore C-Knit backer
Pockets 2 zippered hand, 1 zippered interior chest 2 zippered hand, 1 zippered chest 2 zippered hand, 1 zippered chest 2 zippered hand, 2 zippered chest 2 zippered hand, 1
zippered interior laminated pocket
Pit Zips No Yes Yes No No
Stows Into Pocket No No No Yes No
Helmet Compatible Hood Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Hipbelt Friendly Hand Pockets No No No No Yes
Additional Features Dual hood adjustments, brushed tricot chin guard, YKK Aquaguard 2-way zip, adjustable Velcro cuffs, adjustable drawcord hem Adjustable hood drawcord, YKK Aquaguard zippers, internal front storm flap, adjustable drawcord hem, adjustable Velcro cuffs, TorsoFlo 2-way side vents, key clip Adjustable hood, YKK Aquaguard zippers, internal front storm flap, adjustable drawcord hem, adjustable Velcro cuffs, TorsoFlo 2-way side vents, key clip Adjustable hood, YKK Aquaguard zippers, internal storm flap, adjustable drawcord hem, adjustable Velcro cuffs, TorsoFlo 2-way side vents, carabiner clip loop, key clip Adjustable StormHood, WaterTight Vislon zipper, chin guard, adjustable Velcro cuffs, dual lower hem adjusters, RECCO emergency reflector aids