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Comparing Rain Jackets for Men

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Awards Top Pick Award
Best Mobility and Freedom of Movement
Top Pick Award
An Excellent Air-Permeable Option
   
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Pros Great mobility, amazing breathability, waterproof chest pocket, helmet-compatible hoodStretchy, very breathable, excellent adjustable hoodSuper stretchy material, above average breathability, nice interior feel, lightweight, stuffs into its pocketTop-tier storm worthiness, great hood design, long-lasting DWR, excellent breathability, hip-belt-friendly pocketsExcellent side vents, comfortable, excellent water resistance
Cons Doesn’t pack into pocket, less waterproof than top models, above average weightLess waterproof than others, opposite-facing zipperAverage weather protection, easy to overtighten hood and squeeze earsNo ventilation options, expensive, doesn't stuff into its pocketPocket zippers are not waterproof, does not stow in pocket
Bottom Line A very solid jacket with excellent breathability that provides strong waterproofing in all but the most extreme of situationsThis is an extra-stretchy, air-permeable rain jacket that is a phenomenal choice in inclement weather when maintaining mobility is a top priorityConstructed with a super stretchy material and offering superb mobility, this is the ideal rain shell for demanding activitiesThis function-focused jacket is exceptionally versatile and offers some of the best performance in our reviewA reliable all-around shell with great ventilation features in a fairly light, durable, and stormworthy package
Rating Categories Outdoor Research Fo... Rab Kinetic Alpine 2.0 Mountain Hardwear S... Arc'teryx Beta Jacket Outdoor Research Fo...
Water Resistance (30%)
7.5
5.5
7.0
8.0
7.0
Breathability (25%)
9.0
9.5
7.5
8.0
8.5
Comfort and Mobility (20%) Sort Icon
9.0
8.5
8.5
8.0
8.0
Weight (15%)
4.7
5.1
7.5
7.3
6.7
Durability (10%)
7.0
7.5
7.0
7.0
7.0
Specs Outdoor Research Fo... Rab Kinetic Alpine 2.0 Mountain Hardwear S... Arc'teryx Beta Jacket Outdoor Research Fo...
Measured Weight 15.0 oz 14.4 oz 10.5 oz 10.75 oz 11.8 oz
Waterproof Fabric Material GORE-TEX Paclite Proflex fabric with a breathable waterproof membrane 2.5-layer Dry.Q propriatary material 3-layer Gore-Tex with Gore C-Knit backer 2-layer GORE-TEX with PACLITE
Pockets 2 hand, 1 left chest 2 hand, 1 interior left chest 2 hand, 1 chest 2 zippered hand 2 hand, 1 left chest
Pit Zips Yes No Yes No Yes
Stows Into Pocket No No Yes No No
Helmet Compatible Hood Yes Yes No No Yes
Hipbelt Friendly Hand Pockets No No No Yes No