Outdoor Research Helium Hd Rain Jacket

When it s raining hard and you are stuck in the elements make sure to have a helium hd jacket handy our go to rain jacket is the outdoor research helium ii jacket read our review of it due to its small packable size minuscule weight and breathability.

Outdoor research helium hd rain jacket.

The helium line from outdoor research has set the standard in lightweight and packable rain shells for backcountry adventures and travel for years. It sets the bar as our classic pick for the ultralight backpacker. The outdoor research men s helium hd jacket is a lightweight rain shell for backpackers and climbers that require more features in wet weather. Yet the jacket is still very light weight and i can tug the whole jacket into one of its pockets the one with a loop inside and hook it on a biner.

Designed with pertex shield material to be both waterproof and windproof. The helium hd is a full feature jacket. Minimalists this is your solution for maximum storm protection. It s so light you ll forget it s clipped to your harness until that sudden downpour.

In 2020 their updated helium rain jacket and rain pants offer a better fit improved waterproofing and durability and are even lighter weight than before. The outdoor research helium ii rain jacket weighing in at a scant 6 2 ounces for a men s medium is fully wind and waterproof decently well featured and fits the bill for both ultralight die hards and comfort ultralighters. The outdoor research helium rain jacket is the latest design to join the very popular helium line of rain jackets and rain pants. Built for flash storm protection the 100 waterproof breathable helium ii jacket weighs an incredibly light 6 4 ounces.

Zipped hand pockets pit zips velcro wrist straps waist tightening string and a halo hood that covers your head and cheeks not just your forehead. It even packs into its own pocket down to the size of a sandwich making an easy addition to your harness backpack or running vest. Weighing in at mere ounces this ultralight coat is perfect for the everyday traveler and the experienced thru hiker alike. Take your helium ii jacket out of the packable stuff sack and zip it up to keep you dry and comfortable while doing what you love.

This latest helium rain jacket utilizes pertex shield diamond fuse 2 5l technology to create a very tear resistant packable lightweight design that is also highly breathable and waterproof.