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Outdoor Research Men's Helium II Jacket

by Outdoor Research

147 customer reviews

| 13 answered questions

Price:	$99.95 - $189.95
Sale:	Lower price available on select options

Size:

Fit: As expected (83%)

Color: Pewter

Fully seam taped
Stuff pocket w/ webbing loop
Zippered chest pocket
Reflective trim on hood
Adjustable hood

Outdoor Research Men's Helium II Jacket

$99.95 - $189.95

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Product Details

Product Dimensions: 24 x 14 x 1 inches ; 6.9 ounces
Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Domestic Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
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Origin: China
ASIN: B0071JW8TE
Item model number: 55230-129-S
Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (147 customer reviews)
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #7,809 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)
- #33 in Clothing > Men > Jackets & Coats > Active & Performance
- #497 in Clothing > Men > Active

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5 star		74%
4 star		21%
3 star		4%
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Great windbreaker/raincoat

By Aekero on September 8, 2012

Size: MediumColor: Lemongrass Verified Purchase

Well, I was looking for the lightest windbreaker that I could find which was actually water repellent (vs water resistant), and this fit the bill.

Pros:
A. super light
B. works as advertised, cuts the wind and rain
C. I like the hood drawstring in the back of the head, that way they're not flapping around in my face when it's really windy
D. upper zip pocket for keys
E. just *feels* quality, and I even like the color ;)

Cons:
A. lack of pockets for your hands is noticeable, I almost wish they'd taken the top zip pocket out, and added two non-zip hand pockets, about the same weight with more functionality imo

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It's a winner!

By LSMNC on April 5, 2012

Verified Purchase

It looks like I'm the first reviewer and I have a feeling I know why. This is one expensive rain jacket! Probably the most expensive WP jacket I have ever purchased. But, it's worth every dime! I'm a small guy so I purchased the small size in black and I absolutely love it. It fits perfectly.

Is it lightweight? This is the lightest jacket I have ever....EVER owned! It's called Helium for a reason!

The quality is impressive as it should be. Perfect for the ultralight backpacker and extremely compactable.

I'm impressed with my purchase and would do it again. I've used it a number of times on the trails in the pouring rain and never got wet!.

UPDATE: I've had this jacket for a while now and I love it. it is so light!!! I've carried it all over the place for all sorts of trips and never even noticed that it was there due to it's light weight and compactablity. I do notice it when it's pouring the rain and I'm thanking god that I have it. The fit is perfect and allows for an additional layer if need be.

Most recently I did an overnight backpacking trip into the Linville Gorge in Western NC. Day one, hot (HOT), full sun. I almost got fried. Day two. Praying for clouds and rain. I forgot the sunblock. Packed up my tent and bag in the morning and took two steps and the rain started! Put on the jacket and spent the next 4 hours hiking through some incredible, flooding downpours. Stayed perfectly dry (chest wise). I couldn't be happier. I should say that the jacket breathes very well.

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best light shell

By Nathan Taylor on March 30, 2015

Size: LargeColor: Pewter Verified Purchase

I'm 6'4, 205lbs. Ordered a Large and it fits very well with room for a few shirts/baselayer underneath. Used it on my summits of Rinjania (Indonesia) and Kinabalu (Malaysia). Experienced rain and high winds on each. This jacket kept me bone dry (at least up top) and prevented me from being chilled despite only very light layers underneath. Best single piece of outdoor equipment I own. Highly recommend.

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A good lightweight all purpose jacket.

By Brian Grzymkowski on June 21, 2013

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I wanted lightweight, waterproof, and affordable (it was on sale when I bought it). This jacket met those requirements and has exceeded my expectations. I knew I wanted an all purpose jacket. I work in NYC, and have a 15 minute walk each day from the train station. I also enjoy camping, backpacking, kayaking, and hiking, so I wanted something I could wear to work, on the weekend, or when I'm on the trail. I have only had positive experience with Outdoor Research products, so the Helium II ended up on my short list. I ended up getting the Pewter one which has zippers that fall somewhere between electric green and highlighter yellow.

Pros:

- Incredibly lightweight. You forget you're wearing it sometimes.
- Water wicks right off of it. Your upper torso will stay dry.
- Zippers are seam sealed.
- Hood is adjustable.
- Feels like it has a bit of a slim fit to it, overall a sharp looking jacket. Less likely to bunch or ride up while wearing a pack because of that.
- Fits true to size. I'm 5'11 and 177 lbs. I typically wear a medium and both sleeve and base length were good.
- Small pocket above the chest is good for a phone or wallet when it's raining hard.
- Quality materials. It's thin and lightweight with the feel of something far more substantial.

Con:

- There are no hand pockets. The chest pocket suffices to keep one or two small items safe, but the hand pockets were definitely missed. The only thing keeping it from a 5th star for me. Just easier to use, more convenient access, and it's nice to be able to tuck your hands away while you walk through the pouring rain in midtown.

Overall I'm very happy with my choice.

Update - 9/2/14 - I have owned this jacket for over a year now.Read more ›

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Jacket Delivers

By EveryDayCarry on September 22, 2013

Size: MediumColor: Supernova Verified Purchase

I got this jacket because sometimes it rains when I'm at the range. Based on various other reviews on the Helium, etc. I thought that I would give this a shot. Recently, I was at an all day outdoor training course. It rained for hours. Standing, sitting, shooting, kneeling, walking in the rain and in the mud, the Helium jacket performed in an outstanding manner. My pant, shoes, socks were soaked. but my t-shirt under my Helium was dry. I am very pleased with it performance. It delivered and for such a light weight jacket I now have complete confidence in it. It has proven itself. The Helium is no puff. It works.

I wish that OR would make a longer version with the same material like a rain coat or a car coat. I think it would be great for those hot humid rainy summer day. I could wear this over a suit and tie and it would be really light because it's a Helium or I could use it at the range and keep more of me dry.

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A bit expensive

Wow, there is not a lot of material for the price. I understand that it should be light but there is no way the cost is justified. Pretty nice though. Read more

Published 16 hours ago by Hubertgreen

Jacket itself is fine, but the hood is awful

Jacket itself is fine, but the hood is awful. In the slightest amount of wind, it will blow off unless you tighten it to your head. Read more

Published 12 days ago by Amazon Customer

Fantastic jacket at a reasonable price

I love this jacket. I used it as a rain jacket for biking during Seattle's wettest winter on record. Read more

Published 25 days ago by dilinger

Five Stars

Light and waterproof but not breathable enough.

Published 1 month ago by Nello P. Roa IV

Best waterproof jacket ever

I have purchased many rain jackets over the years. Some are breathable but don't stop the rain for long. Read more

Published 1 month ago by Amazon Customer

Four Stars

nice

Published 1 month ago by K. Snyder

Value for Money for Light to Moderate Rain Condition

Tried this jacket in a 100km trail race in Hong Kong; which happened to be the wet and coldest day in that area for the past 60 years. Read more

Published 2 months ago by Reuben Cheang

Unbelievably light

Fits snug, I am 5'11" and weigh 165 and ordered Large to make sure I could layer underneath and it seems about right. Read more

Published 2 months ago by D. Kraig

Great compressible waterproof jacket.

Great super lightweight compressible jacket. Very waterproof and does not keep you hot wearing it. Everyone who goes outdoors need this in their bag.

Published 2 months ago by Howard Padgett

The Helium II is a wonderful outer layer when you need to be...

The Helium II is a wonderful outer layer when you need to be waterproof & windproof. I carry this extremely light jacket for additional protection over the warm, but breathable,... Read more

Published 2 months ago by Jeff Gitlin

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