Comparing Rain Jackets for Men
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Awards | An Excellent Air-Permeable Option | Best Mobility and Freedom of Movement | |||
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Price | $185.62 at Amazon Compare at 3 sellers | $209.97 at Amazon Compare at 2 sellers | $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 hood | Great mobility, amazing breathability, waterproof chest pocket, helmet-compatible hood | Excellent side vents, comfortable, excellent water resistance | Great storm protection, above average breathability, no clammy feeling, packs tightly into reversible stuff pocket, helmet-compatible hood, less crinkly | Top-tier storm worthiness, great hood design, long-lasting DWR, excellent breathability, hip-belt-friendly pockets |
Cons | Less waterproof than others, opposite-facing zipper | Doesn’t pack into pocket, less waterproof than top models, above average weight | Pocket zippers are not waterproof, does not stow in pocket | Average freedom of movement, less stretchy than most other air-permeable models, fit, low handwarmer pockets could be more functional | No 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 priority | A very solid jacket with excellent breathability that provides strong waterproofing in all but the most extreme of situations | A reliable all-around shell with great ventilation features in a fairly light, durable, and stormworthy package | This jack-of-all-trades jacket offers some of the best weather protection and durability for an air-permeable model | This 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%) | |||||
Breathability (25%) | |||||
Comfort and Mobility (20%) | |||||
Weight (15%) | |||||
Durability (10%) | |||||
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 |
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