Patagonia Storm Racer Rain Jacket Review

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Patagonia storm racer rain jacket review.

Sam shaheen and i have both spent some time in the storm racer and have come away with the conclusion that this jacket is much more versatile than you might initially think. In an effort to strip weight from a jacket brands frequently use flimsy materials with sub par waterproof qualities. Patagonia storm racer features. Durable useful features waterproof one gripe we here at outdoors magic have with trail running waterproof jackets is in the materials used.

The patagonia storm racer jacket is a solid shell i loved for wet weather running with versatility. Inspired by utmb a famous ultramarathon around mont blanc the patagonia storm racer men s rain jacket exudes elegance in simplicity and protects you as you run over high mountain passes. Patagonia sells the storm racer as a trail running jacket. However this isn t the case with the new and updated storm racer jacket from.

The storm racer is the lightest model in our review and currently one of the lightest rain jackets on the market. Having said that it still offers impressive weather resistance especially in the water beading department thanks to its quality dwr. It also serves as a great shell for bikepacking or ultralight backpacking. Designed for mountain running and riding essentials.

Why we chose the patagonia storm racer jacket. The storm racer is patagonia s trail running oriented ultralight rain shell and it comes in at an impressively low weight of 175 grams for a size medium. While the mechanical vents are blocked by a pack this jacket functions well as an all around shell. The patagonia storm racer is an ultralight rain jacket geared towards trail runners and ultramarathoners.

The storm racer uses traditional three layer construction face membrane liner. This is why it s my top pick for high output activities. Storm racer jacket comes forward with its superior breathability fit and comfort capabilities. Patagonia utilizes a 1 74 oz 12d ripstop nylon face fabric with their c6 dwr.

The patagonia men s storm racer jacket is an ultralight 3 layer waterproof shell with double zipper design for easy access to a vest or pack.