Helium. It’s an appropriate name for this rain jacket from Outdoor Research because it’s so light, it feels less substantial than air. But instead of floating away like a helium balloon from a crying child, it compresses down to nothing in a pack or clips to a climbing harness where it goes unnoticed until needed. And when the rain does come down, the Outdoor Research Helium Jacket is a good one to own as it blocks out downpours like a wetsuit while breathing heavier than a bulldog on caffeine.

In short, I love this jacket.

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