Water injection jacket

What makes a waterproof jacket a good choice?

In our tests, this technical waterproof jacket – which we found to be able to serve a variety of activities – proved to be lightweight and very packable, and we also found it to be robust enough to keep out the elements. The key feature we liked the most is that it can be opened up to allow for rapid ventilation.

Do waterproof jackets saturate quickly?

Since it was discovered that the chemicals (PFCs) used to add water repellency to jackets were bad for the environment and companies subsequently stopped using these, there’s a strong case to say that more recently produced waterproof jackets (without PFCs) can saturate quickly.

Are all waterproof jackets the same?

They might all look the same on the outside but not all waterproof jackets are created equally, after all, the kind of protection you’re going to need to keep dry on your commute to work is a little different to what you’ll need on a winter weekend hike in the Lakes.

What is the hydrostatic head of a jacket?

So, this is where we need to get technical for a second and talk about the hydrostatic head (HH) of a jacket, a water pressure measurement, in millimetres, which records exactly how long the jacket can be exposed to the pouring rain before water starts to make its way inside.

Are waterproof jackets good for running?

Waterproof jackets offer the most robust protection against water, and in the case of the models in this guide, they’re designed to be breathable enough for high-intensity activities. These are the jackets to look for if you’re planning on running for extended periods in steady rain.

Are rain jackets waterproof?

Rain jackets are not universally waterproof. For runners, it’s helpful to separate rain layers into two broad groups: Waterproof and water-resistant. Waterproof jackets offer the most robust protection against water, and in the case of the models in this guide, they’re designed to be breathable enough for high-intensity activities.