Patagonia Stretch Rainshadow Jacket – Men’s

User Reviews

• Keeps you comfortable and dry in a variety of weather conditions.
• Lightweight and can pack easily.
• Breathable and ventilates well.
• Waterproof material (although a number of reports claim the waterproofing fails).
• The jacket fits well over an insulated layer.
• Cuffs are Velcro-adjustable for cinching down to keep the heat in and keep sleeves in place.
• The pockets zip well and stay closed.
• Pockets are well-placed for use with packs.

Expert Reviews

• Comprised of 2.5-layer waterproof material, plus a 30-denier rip-stop nylon, allowing for waterproofing, breathability, and durability.
• Allows for some stretch and mobility.
• Lightweight and can pack down small and easily.
• Able to pack into own pocket for simple storage.
• Light and breathable, but still protective.
• H20 membrane breathes so you don’t get overheated.
• The seams are taped on the inside for extra waterproofing ability.
• Front zipper and 2 hand pockets for ample storage, and are closed with waterproof-YKK zips.
• Helmet-compatible hood for efficiency.
• Adjustable pull cord at the rear of hood and two pull cords at the hem for full adjustment customization.

User Reviews

• Sleeves run long so may not be suitable for some body types.
• The hood may be too big if you are not wearing a helmet.
• When you cinch down the hood, the brim doesn’t work very well, due to not being stiff-enough and too small.
• Some reports of the waterproofing not working well.
• Pockets may be too small to store enough items.
• The sizing runs large, so you will have to size-down or try-on before purchasing.

Expert Reviews

• Sizing runs big, and can lead to ordering the incorrect size.
• Not the most breathable during high-intensity activity.
• Not as durable as some 3-layer jackets.
• The hood tightening system is awkward, and you would have to unzip the collar to tighten the hood.
• Zippers are difficult to operate due to the waterproof coating, making the zipper stiff.