Helium 2 Jacket Review

The new outdoor research helium is essentially a cross between a super light rain jacket and a wind shirt.

Helium 2 jacket review.

It even packs into its own pocket down to the size of a sandwich making an easy addition to your harness backpack or running vest. Since this jacket is made of nylon the helium ii doesn t offer a high level of breathability. Built for flash storm protection the 100 waterproof breathable helium ii jacket weighs an incredibly light 6 4 ounces. It has a fully adjustable hood which is an unusual bonus on such a lightweight jacket.

The helium ii is an ultralight waterproof breathable rain jacket that s lightweight enough that it can be used as a wind shirt in breezy conditions. Exploring the technical features of this ultralight waterproof and breathable rain jacket. The helium ii jacket is well named. This ultralight shell which weighs just 175g in size m is ideal for weight conscious activities such as hill running lightweight walking and backpacking or for throwing in your crag pack just in case.

Great for keeping the wind off without rustling or flapping about. It sacrifices some protection and features to keep things minimal but is still a great option for an emergency layer or anyone wanting to shed ounces. Finally the jacket is an impressive wind blocker i ve used it and the prior generation helium ii on cold days while mountain biking to take the sting out on a frigid descent and provide some heat trapping warmth. Minimalists this is your solution for maximum storm protection.

A technical review of the outdoor research helium ii jacket. It manages to offer respectable stormworthiness and the extended water resistance you d expect from a rain jacket but with the weight and packability of a wind shirt. It sets the bar as our classic pick for the ultralight backpacker.