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Helium Men's Rain Ultralight Jacket

Packable, lightweight, and breathable award winner for durable flash storm protection

Ultralight Breathable Stows in Pocket

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Breathability

Not Breathable

Semi Breathable

Air Permeable

Waterproof

Water Resistant

Waterproof

Extremely Waterproof

Weight

Ultralight

Lightweight

Midweight

Product Specifications

Average weight 200g

Features Waterproof, Wind Resistant

Layer Outer Layer

Material 2.5L Pertex® Shield Diamond Fuse 100% nylon 30D ripstop, bluesign® approved

Length 74.9cm

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Our experts haven't reviewed this product yet.

Features

• Standard fit
• Fabric Performance:
  • Water and wind proof
  • Breathable
  • Durable
  • Lightweight
  • Fully seam taped for full waterproofness
  • Updated fabric is bluesign® approved
• Design features:
  • Adjustable hood
  • YKK® AquaGuard® zips
  • Single separating front zip
  • Zip chest pocket doubles as stuff sack
  • Carabiner loop and key clip
  • Reflective logo and overlay at forearm
  • Elastic cuffs
  • Elastic drawcord hem

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Helium UL Men's Jacket

Next-gen ultralight protection for trail miles and travel

Ultralight Breathable Stows in Pocket

Select options

Select options

Select options

Scales

Breathability

Not Breathable

Semi Breathable

Air Permeable

Waterproof

Water Resistant

Waterproof

Extremely Waterproof

Weight

Ultralight

Lightweight

Midweight

Scales

Breathability

Not Breathable

Semi Breathable

Air Permeable

Waterproof

Water Resistant

Waterproof

Extremely Waterproof

Weight

Ultralight

Lightweight

Midweight

Scales

Breathability

Not Breathable

Semi Breathable

Air Permeable

Waterproof

Water Resistant

Waterproof

Extremely Waterproof

Weight

Ultralight

Lightweight

Midweight

Product Specifications

Average weight 162g

Features Waterproof, Wind Resistant

Layer Outer Layer

Material Toray Dermizax™ 2.75L 100% nylon 15D ripstop, 61g/m2

Product Specifications

Average weight 162g

Features Waterproof, Wind Resistant

Layer Outer Layer

Material Toray Dermizax™ 2.75L 100% nylon 15D ripstop, 61g/m2

Product Specifications

Average weight 162g

Features Waterproof, Wind Resistant

Layer Outer Layer

Material Toray Dermizax™ 2.75L 100% nylon 15D ripstop, 61g/m2

Trusted Opinions

Publications (1)

Adventure Magazine

Exceptional packability, excellent wind protection.

“For lightweight travel, hiking and fast-moving outdoor pursuits, it is one of the easiest jackets I have tested to recommend.” - Adventure Magazine

Read full review for Outdoor Research - Helium UL Jacket

Highlights:
Exceptional packability • Excellent wind protection • Comfortable during active movement

Worth noting:
Reaches its limits in sustained rain • No zipped side pockets

Best for:
Lightweight travel, hiking and fast-moving outdoor pursuits where low weight, wind protection and passing-shower coverage are the priority.
(summarised by Bivouac)

Trusted Opinions

Publications (1)

Adventure Magazine

Exceptional packability, excellent wind protection.

“For lightweight travel, hiking and fast-moving outdoor pursuits, it is one of the easiest jackets I have tested to recommend.” - Adventure Magazine

Read full review for Outdoor Research - Helium UL Jacket

Highlights:
Exceptional packability • Excellent wind protection • Comfortable during active movement

Worth noting:
Reaches its limits in sustained rain • No zipped side pockets

Best for:
Lightweight travel, hiking and fast-moving outdoor pursuits where low weight, wind protection and passing-shower coverage are the priority.
(summarised by Bivouac)

Trusted Opinions

Publications (1)

Adventure Magazine

Exceptional packability, excellent wind protection.

“For lightweight travel, hiking and fast-moving outdoor pursuits, it is one of the easiest jackets I have tested to recommend.” - Adventure Magazine

Read full review for Outdoor Research - Helium UL Jacket

Highlights:
Exceptional packability • Excellent wind protection • Comfortable during active movement

Worth noting:
Reaches its limits in sustained rain • No zipped side pockets

Best for:
Lightweight travel, hiking and fast-moving outdoor pursuits where low weight, wind protection and passing-shower coverage are the priority.
(summarised by Bivouac)

Trusted Opinions

Publications (1)

Adventure Magazine

Exceptional packability, excellent wind protection.

“For lightweight travel, hiking and fast-moving outdoor pursuits, it is one of the easiest jackets I have tested to recommend.” - Adventure Magazine

Read full review for Outdoor Research - Helium UL Jacket

Highlights:
Exceptional packability • Excellent wind protection • Comfortable during active movement

Worth noting:
Reaches its limits in sustained rain • No zipped side pockets

Best for:
Lightweight travel, hiking and fast-moving outdoor pursuits where low weight, wind protection and passing-shower coverage are the priority.
(summarised by Bivouac)

Trusted Opinions

Our experts haven't reviewed this product yet.

Features

• Standard fit
• Fabric performance:
  • Ultralight, breathable waterproof and windproof protection
  • Fully seam taped
• Design features:
  • Adjustable hood with brim wire
  • YKK® Aquaguard® centre front zip
  • YKK® Aquaguard® zip chest pocket
  • Chest pocket doubles as stuff sack
  • Shaped and bonded cuff with partial elastic
  • Elastic drawcord hem
  • Reflective logos for visibility

Features

• Standard fit
• Fabric performance:
  • Ultralight, breathable waterproof and windproof protection
  • Fully seam taped
• Design features:
  • Adjustable hood with brim wire
  • YKK® Aquaguard® centre front zip
  • YKK® Aquaguard® zip chest pocket
  • Chest pocket doubles as stuff sack
  • Shaped and bonded cuff with partial elastic
  • Elastic drawcord hem
  • Reflective logos for visibility

Features

• Standard fit
• Fabric performance:
  • Ultralight, breathable waterproof and windproof protection
  • Fully seam taped
• Design features:
  • Adjustable hood with brim wire
  • YKK® Aquaguard® centre front zip
  • YKK® Aquaguard® zip chest pocket
  • Chest pocket doubles as stuff sack
  • Shaped and bonded cuff with partial elastic
  • Elastic drawcord hem
  • Reflective logos for visibility

Helium Men's Rain Ultralight Jacket

Helium UL Men's Jacket