Outdoor Research Helium

14 lighter than its previous version the helium bivy is ideal for multiday minimalists who are looking to trade weight for speed agility and performance.

Outdoor research helium.

The outdoor research helium s combination of 159 price tag 6 ounce weight and full waterproofing put it in a unique spot in the market most of its rain jacket competitors are either more expensive or quite a bit heavier. Outdoor research men s helium pants lightweight waterproof rain gear 4 5 out of 5 stars 95. It sets the bar as our classic pick for the ultralight backpacker. When a flash storm rolls up and the outside temperature drops 10 degrees in 10 minutes don t call in a chopper.

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. One interesting alternative is black diamond s fineline this jacket uses a 2 5 layer construction with built in stretch and has a similar trim fit. Outdoor research sizes the helium ii for normal fit. The men s helium ii rain jacket is built for flash storm protection the 100 waterproof super breathable jacket weighs an incredibly light 6 4 ounces.

Outdoor research women s helium ii jacket lightweight waterproof rain gear 79 50 193 65. We talked to outdoor research about how the outdoor research helium ii rain jacket fits they say it runs true to size. It is a snug fitting jacket that is designed to be worn with only a t shirt underneath as it is for warm weather activities. While my down jacket was warm enough by itself adding the helium ii on top of it really boosted the warmth.

Built with weather resistant pertex shield fabric the helium ii weighs in under seven ounces and packs down to practically nothing. Our helium bivy used to be the best selling award winning lightest shelter offered by outdoor research until we outshone it with this. We recommend using the size chart and ordering up one size if you want to layer under this jacket. Thetentlab new improved deuce r ultralight backpacking potty trowel now in 3 sizes 4 7 out.

The newly renovated helium bivy. I went out yesterday in 40 f weather with 12mph winds. Reach in your pack and grab ultralight outdoor research helium ii jacket. Superior weather protection lightweight easy to set up even when your hands are freezing enough space around your head to read a book or contemplate the sins of your past without feeling claustrophobic affordable and is relatively durable considering its weight.