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What do you guys like for a lightweight rain jacket, doesn't have to be a hunting brand..I have the HH impertech and works well, just looking for something for more active use.

I've been using a Red Ledge jacket for over 10 years. To be honest, I've never used it in a downpour so I don't know how well it works for that but for light rain it's been very good. It doesn't breath so condensation can be a problem when I'm active. It stuffs to about the size of a softball.

I've been using the old reliable, Marmot Precip. I really like the pants because they're full side-zip. Not only to put on over boots but also lets you ventilate when needed.

I use an Arcteryx parka for a decade. It was expensive but it actually works the way that Gortex is supposed to work. I can remember once when I needed to continue hiking uphill in the rain. I was sweating a lot and expected my shirt to be soaked from the inside. When I got to camp, the rain had stopped. I removed the parka and my shirt was dry.

I have a Helly Hanson Loke in blaze orange

Grundens Weather Watch.

I recently bought an Apollo stretch rain jacket from Outdoor Research. Works very well, especially for the price. The color I have is not listed on their website now though.

Pit zips are a must have for me as without them I sweat way too much. Some stretch in the fabric is something I've grown fond of, but could do without with the correct fit. This checked both those boxes and I got it for under $90

Frogg Toggs light weight here. I've only really used them 2 weekends but they seem to be holding up. I have a set of HH but they are too heavy for backpacking IMO

I also have found the Marmot Precip jackets a great value. For truly serious applications I would invest in a Quality 3 layer goretex jacket. Pit zips are a must for me too.


mike r

So far the best waterproof breathable jacket I’ve used is Columbia OutDry. I’ve had a few Gortex jackets and eVent jacket and pants. Even with replenishing the DWR treatment, everything has soaked through on me except the Columbia OutDry. The worst I’ve had is moisture build up under my pack shoulder straps. The really nice thing is the membrane is on the outside of the fabric so there’s no outer layer to soak up water and no need for a DWR coating.

Yup.

Marmot precip is a decent jacket, but I've never hunted in it.

I have an old browning goretex pullover that is very light weight and keeps me as dry as could be expected. I bought it 15+ years ago and would buy 2 more if they made them anymore. I know, that wasn't real helpful.

Have a buddy with the kuiu Yukon jacket. Really nice, but more heavyweight (would not tear easily). He really likes it.

2 weeks ago i purchased a real nice light weight green rain jacket from Walmart for $50.00 .i wear plenty with all the rain and snow we have been getting lately, its a great rain jacket

I have a quality goretex jacket with pit zips but I find myself packing the Precip, or my Westcomb jacket because they're both lighter and less bulky.

I guess I just don't take it seriously enough.....

I bought a 10X Rain Suit back in 80's that still as good today as it was the day I bought it. It is Goretex and lightweight. I used it hunting in heavy rain in Louisiana and Colorado and I stayed dry. It breathes well, so you wont sweat walking around. The ones I have do not have pit zips which is the only draw back that I have with them. The Jacket weighs under a pound and the pants weight right at a pound. They are lined for extra protection. Worth a look.

I tried all the hunting brands before switching to Outdoor Research. I use the Foray the majority of the time. I've gone away from most hunting brands for any clothing. OR offers a great military/LEO/ first responder discount as well.