Hiking Gear I Wish I Didn't Buy (& What I Wish I Got Instead): Rain Jackets

Comparing different rain jackets to help you make the best choice for your rainy, outdoor adventures! ⛈

Find the links to the jackets I mentioned in this video below.

RAIN JACKET BREAKDOWNS 👇

💧REI Rainier Rain Jacket
- 2.5 Layer system
- Weight: 9.9 oz
- Waterproof Rating: NOT LISTED
- Breathability: 2/5
💲Price: I purchased this on sale for $49; however retail price is $99.95.
Jacket Link 🔗: https://alnk.to/fHlOcR7

💧Columbia Arcadia II Rain Jacket:
- 2 Layer system
- Weight: 11.2 oz
- Waterproof Rating: NOT LISTED
- Breathability: 2.5/5
💲Price: Retail price is $89.99, however this item can often be found on sale for under $50.
Women's 🔗: https://amzn.to/45J93vE
Men's 🔗: https://amzn.to/3W2gqvc

💧Rab Kinetic 2.0 Rain Jacket:
- 2 Layer system
- Weight: 10.2 oz
- Waterproof Rating: 10,000mm
- Breathability: 5/5
💲Price: Purchased on sale for $200, retails for $260. If I had to do it over, I would definitely pay full price for this jacket for how incredible it is!
Women's 🔗: https://amzn.to/45H7lLe
Men's 🔗: https://amzn.to/45Qyuvp

💧Patagonia Torrentshell 3L Rain Jacket:
- 3 Layer system
- Weight: 12.4 oz
- Denier: 20D
- Waterproof Rating: 20,000mm
- Breathability: 4/5
💲Price: $179, on sale at REI about once a year
Women's 🔗: https://alnk.to/aLIAKdL
Men's 🔗: https://alnk.to/fwr3ef9
Rain Pants 🔗: https://alnk.to/5jl6kVZ
Kids 🔗: https://alnk.to/9mowTHV

Let me know in the comments which Rain Jacket YOU would pick, or if there’s another you recommend after your own extensive testing!

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