1. Marmot Oracle Jacket - Mens
My husband is the go-to guy for getting the best outdoors gear. He chose the Marmot Oracle jacket as a lightweight waterproof jacket, suitable for wearing by itself or layering over a vest when the temperatures drop. I love the two-way zipper so I can loosen the fit around the hips for better walking. I prefer the men's version since I wear it over a Camelbak or fanny pack when walking.
3. Rain Shield O2 Rainwear
A yellow rain suit is a walking essential for dreary, rainy days. I was truly pleased with how supple, scentless, and breathable the O2 Rainwear rain suit was. I wore it through several cloudbursts and it kept me dry, with the water beading up and rolling off without soaking into the fabric, while allowing any sweat to escape from inside as well. I wore it temperatures from 50-60F.
4. RRS Pro Velocity Rain Jacket
This waterproof and windproof jacket comes in men's and women's versions. The reflective elements on this jacket are outstanding. It has a two-way zipper, which you don't often find on running jackets. I prefer a two-way zipper as I like a longer length of waterproof jacket to keep my seat dry, but still want freedom of motion for my legs. I like the number of pockets - an inside media pocket to keep your electronics dry, and an outer zip chest pocket for stuff you need to get to more often. It also has zip side pockets. You can detach the hood. The price is excellent for a jacket of this quality.
5. REI Ultra Light Jackect
This jacket is is waterproof and it comes in several pretty colors, men's, women's and plus sizes. It packs inside its own bag for stowing if the day warms up. It has pit zips to open up if you need more air. It has front pockets and a chest pocket for your music player. The only drawback is that it only has a one-way zipper rather than a 2-way zipper.
7. Marmot PreCip Jacket - Men's
The men's version of the PreCip jacket. Warning: the electric blue color offered in previous years (which you may find on close-out) is a most lovely deep purple. And so I inherited it from my husband as he chose a color more suited to his masculine sensibilities. The men's version works great for me.












