Rain jackets for runners |Runner's World

For runners who want to go on the running route regardless of the weather, a walker jacket is an important utensil.How so?If the running clothes are soaked from the rain, the body cools out very quickly.The moisture derives the heat in no time.In the event of wind, body heat then literally evaporates.So as not to cool down, you must primarily stay dry.A rain jacket protects against rain and thus from the moisture from the outside.A good trigger jacket also enables a certain breathable activity - and thus ensures that it does not get your sweat soaked in the jacket.

Directly to the rain jacket test

Tight and breathable?

The art in terms of material is to find the right balance of waterproofness and breathing activity.Because an absolutely waterproof jacket is always breathable.On the other hand, if you want very high breathability, you have to cut back on waterproofness and may be better advised with a windbreaker.A running rain jacket that dominates both, i.e. protects from the outside from the rain and from overheating, then keeps the fuselage dry with its important organs - this is how it is protected from cooling.If the legs get wet, this is not too important - at least at moderate temperatures.

What is the water column for a rain jacket?

When buying a rain jacket, the term "water column" often encounters you.But how important is the water column and how high should it be with a rain jacket?The so -called "water column" is a unit to determine the water resistance of different materials.It is used in the outdoor area to create a uniform comparison.The water column indicates how much water a membrane can withstand without water penetrating.A water column of 1.000 millimeters would therefore be 1 meter of water that presses on the fabric.

In Germany, products are “waterproof” from a water column of 800 millimeters.In Switzerland, on the other hand, a manufacturer must have a water column of 4.Can have 000 millimeters to name its product "waterproof".One thing is certain: the larger the water column, the better the tightness.If you need a rain jacket for short runs in the rain, a water column between 2 should.000 and 10.000 be sufficient.If you are looking for a rain jacket for very long runs or even day tours, you can also use higher water columns.But not only pay attention to the water column, but also decide according to the quality of the membrane and fit.

Which running jacket in which weather?

In order to grab the correct running jacket for every weather, you should still know the following material characteristic of the membranes used in walking rain jackets: A waterproof membrane needs a certain temperature gradient to be breathable.On an autumn day with ten degrees, light rain, but stormy wind is usually more suitable than a rain jacket.Especially with longer runs in the rain, a real rain jacket makes itself better, since wind jackets usually let rain through after a while, even if it just drizzles.

The type of your training session is also important for choosing the right jacket: for short and sweaty units, you can use the windbreak, with longer quiet units, where you are expected to sweat less, for the rain jacket.Even on a cold day with snow rain, a walker jacket can be the wiser choice compared to a warm but not waterproof insulation jacket.

Running rain jackets in the test

We have tested some current models.Read the results here:

The North Face Flight Series Lightriser Futurelight

HerstellerThe North Face Flight Series Lightriser Futurelight (Männer-Version)

Order here: women's model or men's model

The North Face gets the first praise for her own claim in terms of environmental protection.When producing the new futuright membrane, TNF uses less harmful chemicals and recycled polyester.However, the sustainable claim goes hand in hand with an innovative.For example, The North Face uses the so-called "nanospinning" technology, in which a polyurethane solution made of microscopic nozzles is processed into a membrane in which fibers are created in the nanometer area.There are small openings in the material between the fibers, which are supposed to let air through and hold water.The North Face speaks of the most breathable waterproof membrane that the brand has ever developed.

What sounds good in theory also works great in practice.First of all, rain speaks off the DWR-coated surface and does not even collect up or even in the fabric.Even after half an hour in the rain, the jacket itself is completely dry from the outside in the crowds of arm, where the fabric rubs on each other.And from the inside the moisture formation is also limited.Sure, the sweat wants to get away from the body and stays on the barrier jacket for now, but you won't really wet."It's not that I didn't sweat under the jacket, but I never had the feeling that I had to take off my jacket," wrote a tester.

In terms of comfort, the jacket also convinces.First of all, the material on the skin feels very smooth and not at all according to plastic.This is also reflected in the Raschel volume, because the jacket is not really loud.The fit is rather athletic, but takes every movement with it.We recommend that the jacket choose a size larger - then you don't feel restricted with one or two layers of clothing under the jacket.The North Face rain jacket has no outside pockets.

Conclusion: The Futuright Rain Jacket by The North Face is one of the best waterproof models on the market.The purpose of the application is likely to be especially with longer running adventures, which depend on reliable and robust rain protection-for example when running in the mountains.If you want to stay dry while running in the city, you will find cheaper alternatives.

Point rating in terms of comfort: 9 points Functionality: 9 points

Sizes: XS to XL Material: 100% (recycle) polyester with a water-repellent DWR coating UVP: 300 euros

2XU Light Speed Waterproof Jacket

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The ideal rain jacket should be light, as breathable as possible and of course waterproof.The Light Speed Waterproof Jacket does this at least in two of these criteria with top grade.It is easy with a low pack size and fits easily in the backpack or the sports bag.Outside, kept in a rather simple design, it collects some plus points in terms of fit.The sleeves are pleasantly long and the collar is quite high, so that the neck is protected from wind and cold.The length is average and ends at a medium -sized buttocks.Kidney and abdomen are sufficiently protected.The hood is adjustable thanks to a rubber train."Another elastic band on the hip would be desirable, since wet or cold likes to penetrate," noted a tester.The zip of the jacket is well sealed with rubber.

In terms of waterproof, the jacket clearly convinces with an upper material on which the water literally deaks off - and even in heavy rain.The jacket gets slight minus points when it comes to moisture management.The nylon material feels rather plastic on the skin and sweat is not optimally guided outwards.Especially on cold days, if another layer is worn under the jacket, the nylon of the jacket is less important.In addition, 2xu works with four small holes in the armpit area that improve moisture management.

Find the key or cell phone in a breast pocket.Also pleasant: the jacket does not create uncomfortably loud rustling, as is the case with many models.A reflective logo and a small element above the buttocks should ensure more visibility-if you really want to run safely in traffic.

Conclusion: a very functional jacket with minimal losses in the field of breathability.Great to carry well for runs in heavy rain and also for cold days with several layers.

Point rating: comfort: 9 point functionality: 9 points

Material: 100% nylon with PU membrane Sizes: XXS to XL (women), XS to XXL (men) Price: 219.95 euros

CimAlp Storm Pro 3 H Ultrashell Trailrunning-Jacke

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The Cimalp jacket has a very good workmanship with a rather tight fit.An interesting extra is the magnetic head on the hood that keeps it on your back.This prevents fluttering when she doesn't sit on the head.The principle proves itself while running.The button on the front of the zipper bar is also practical - if it doesn't rain, you can open the zipper for ventilation without the jacket fluttering in the wind.But she rustles quite audible while running."If it doesn't rain, I would not use it as a functional jacket," sums up a tester.

The jacket gives the impression of a very good weather protection jacket that not only protects against moisture, but also wind or possibly snow showers.So she is more for cold days and the very nasty dirty weather.It can also be used in the winter storm on the North Sea or at Alpine stages for Traille runners.Thanks to the low weight and a small pack size, the jacket can also be stowed away in the running backpack.

Conclusion: Functional jacket for bad weather days.Super practical through the good stowability (in the running backpack).

Point rating: comfort: 7 functionality: 8

Material: Ultrashell 3 lay nano ripstop sizes: XS to XXL (men) Price: 219 euros

Adidas Own The Run Hooded

HerstellerAdidas Own The Run Hooded Jacke (Männer-Version)

Order here: Adidas Own the Run Hooded Jacket (women's version) or Adidas Own the Run Hooded Jacke (men's version)

With this jacket, it must be said in advance: it is not recommended as a pronounced rain jacket - it is only described by Adidas as water -repellent.Why is it presented here anyway?Because it stands for many other light running jackets that are often better suited for runners in light (autumn) rain than a completely waterproof hardshell jacket.The reason: jackets like the Own-the-Run Hoodie from Adidas have a significantly higher breathing activity.The temperature exchange of the thin polyester tissue works noticeably better.Sure, if it rains properly, soaks the jacket, but a light rain shower or the famous north German drizzle also holds off this jacket.She has a PFC-free, water-repellent finish-and by the way a welding-resistant breast pocket.The tissue itself is not welding resistant, so the jacket often has to go into the laundry.

The cut of the jacket is much longer in the hip, it also protects this area well.The sleeves are long, the sleeves reach to the back of the hand.The cut on the fuselage is close to the body.The zipper extends to the larynx, the hood can be adjusted on the back of the head by elasticiz - and also sits safely on the head in the wind.However, the hood has no protective umbrella on the forehead.

Conclusion: The jacket is well suited in windy and slightly rainy weather conditions - and even at temperatures above ten degrees, without quickly forming a heat build -up under the jacket.There are plus points for the successful, neutral look and the silhouette of the jacket.

Point rating in terms of comfort: 8 points Functionality: 7 points

Material: 100% (recycle) polyester sizes: S to XLUVP: 55 euros

Under Armour Forefront Regenjacke

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With a mesh inner food, the forefront rain jacket looks more like a warming winter weather jacket.But the cut is not too far and the softly falling material adapts well to the body and makes the upper body movements very well when running.When running, the light construction is also noticeable - especially due to the soft outer fabric (100% nylon).According to Under Armor, this is permanently equipped with water: in the test, this turned out to be absolutely reliable in the case of one -hour runs in the fine northern German drizzle.

In addition, the Under Armor jacket proved to be comparatively breathable and ensured a good temperature exchange.The hood fulfills its purpose well, the face cutout can be adjusted on both sides - so it also sits on the head windproof.The small umbrella over the forehead is practically as protection for the eyes.

Conclusion: A good solution for runners who do not plan any mountain stages in the rain, but occasionally (have to) run in the rain and search for a comfortable and water -repellent solution.

Point rating: comfort: 8 functionality: 8

Material: Nylon sizes: S to XXL (men), XS to XL (women) Price: 80 euros

Odlo Zeroweight Dual Dry Jacke

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The term "zerowight" in the product name is self-explanatory, you have the Odlo jacket in her hand for the time being: it is a real touch of nothing.The material is extremely thin and is more reminiscent of a light wind jacket than a rain jacket.The pack size of the jacket is also correspondingly low: it is unrolled closely together than a folded cotton shirt.Little things can be stowed away in a breast pocket.The hood can be put more closely and has a small rain clamp on the forehead.The fit of the jacket is slightly waisted, but overall cut quite generously.

Although the jacket looks so much more of wind- it looks very good from the outside.Heavy rain perishes, this is ensured by the dual Dry Waterproof technology from Odlo.After getting wet, the thin material dries very quickly.Once the polyester is wet, it sticks a little uncomfortable on the skin - but this can hardly be avoided and is only uncomfortable by the quick drying.The model is a good rain protection for warm days because it is so thin and correspondingly easy to pack.

Conclusion: an absolute recommendation to stay dry while running.Especially suitable for summer because the material is so thin, but quick -drying.The search for a rain jacket with a minimal weight and maximum rain protection is successful with this jacket.

Point rating: comfort: 8 points functionality: 10 points

Material: Main fabric: 100% polyester use I: 77% polyamide, 23% Elasthan Sizes: XS to XL (women), S to XXL (men) Price: 249.95 euros

On Waterproof Anorak

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The water and windproof anorak made of three-layer material with a membrane (according to the manufacturer) and half zipper and storm-resistant hood is moved over the head.It quickly became clear in the test: the anorak is suitable for running! And it is worthwhile with really heavy rain or longer runs in the rain.The anorak is tight, it is very well thought out when it comes to ventilation - the climate within the jacket is well regulated.The problem that increases sweating under the jacket is well avoided here.Covered air slits in front and in the back area ensure very good ventilation, which is so well solved with just a few rain jackets!

The cut is not close to the body, but rather comfortable.One advantage of the anorak cut is the small number of seams.This ensures that the risk of watering remains low.However, the anorak shape is a little more complex when dressing and moving out.An important detail: the anorak is coated-the material should be followed up after a few inserts or after laundry in order to maintain permanent water resistance.

Conclusion: The on-Anorak is the serious rain solution for runners who break up during any weather-even in wind, storm or winter conditions.

Point rating: comfort: 8 functionality: 9

Sizes: S to XXL (men), XS to XL (women) Price: 359.95 euros

Mizuno 20K ER Jacket

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The Mizuno Impermalite Technology promises a mixture of water and wind protection as well as breathing activity- says the manufacturer.The 20k he jacket does not promise permanent water resistance, but it is well suited for light rain or short shower.The jacket is minimalistically constructed, so very light and very functional.She sits more close to the body, if not quite tight.However, the sleeves sit nicely, which means that they do not flutter in the wind and when it rains there are no water caves.

The material is slightly stretchable and therefore works well with the body while running.The hood is not adjustable, but with integrated elastic band it still sits safely on the head.If you do not use, your light material does not bother you.The annoying raschel factor is also very limited.The rain and wind protection is absolutely sufficient for 80% of the rain runs- and the area of application of the jacket is upgraded by the comparatively high breathing activity.The reason for this are the hidden ventilation openings under the arms in the fuselage part.

Conclusion: For everyday use, a fully usable rain jacket for runners who are not on the road for hours anyway when it rains.

Point rating: comfort: 9 functionality: 8

Material: 100% nylon sizes: S to XXL (men), XS to XL (women) Price: 170 euros

Saysky Element 3L Waterproof Jacke

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The Saysky element jacket makes a very high quality impression directly.All zippers are well sealed and the seams sealed.Two bags on the front offer space for little things that should be there while running.The material is not super thin, but still very light.Despite the use of 100% nylon, the jacket is pleasantly little artificial and plastic -like.The Saysky jacket is not available in a gender-specific variant, but only in a unisex version.The fit was amazingly ideal for our female tester.The jacket is generally not cut too far at any point - there are small points deductions for the front zipper, which is very firm and a bit stiff.As a result, the fabric is partly a bit.The hood is spacious and can be more tighter using a elastic band.In addition, a small "umbrella" on the forehead of the hood ensures a better seat on the head.So the hood can be carried closely around the head - perfect protection in wind and rain.Women prefer to use a clothing size smaller than usual.

Rain pearls off the jacket - it keeps the drizzle for the permanent rain, but also violent showers well.It is worth noting that despite the plastic nylon, the jacket has very good breathing activity.This is due to the addition "with PU membrane", which is hidden in the manufacturer's material information.PU stands for the plastic polyurethane, which enables moisture transport from the inside to the outside with the simultaneous waterproof.In addition, the material has a high insulating effect.You can tell that to the jacket: it stores body heat without sweating unpleasant staunch itself.The ventilation slots also contribute to this, which run vertically under both armpits and can be opened if necessary.

Conclusion: The Saysky Element 3L jacket convinces primarily with great breathing activity, whereby it offers the rain forehead.The fit of the jacket is expandable, but good for a unisex model.If you are looking for a robust (and also send) companions for runs in the rain, you will find it here.

Point rating: comfort: 8 points functionality: 9 points

Material: Nylon with PU membrane Sizes: XXS up to XL (Unisex) Price: 320 euros

La Sportiva Run Jkt

HerstellerLa Sportiva Run Jkt (Männer-Version)

At the La Sportiva jacket you can see the Italian development team: the run-jacket has a cut-ended cut, is a little longer in the fuselage.The jacket is cut narrowly, with the lower hem well over the hip bones.The sleeves with elastic cuffs are cut a little further, in winter a warming intermediate layer can also be carried well under the jacket.The stored zipper is also suitable for winter.If necessary, it extends to the chin.The hood then only leaves a small face cutout, and it can also be adjusted by elastic band, then sits very safely on the head even in wind and offers very good protection with its small, solid umbrella.

The rain and wind protection is excellent.The inside pocket (hidden insertion bag) is only accessible from the inside.All seams are glued.Due to the raglan cut, the La Sportiva jacket is also suitable for backpacking.Downside: The waterproof fabric is not breathable, dust heat and moisture form shortly after warm -ups.The forearm ventilation is good and cleverly solved, it ensures light ventilation in the armpit area.The jacket has no textile quality, but it is also pleasant with a short-sleeved shirt, the handle of the upper fabric is relatively soft for a rain jacket.

Conclusion: The jacket is well suited in heavy rain, storm or even as an outer protective coat in large cold.It is very good for trained runners, only to a limited extent due to the relatively tight fit because of the relatively tight fit.For longer runs, a membrane jacket would be the better choice.However, the La Sportiva jacket also likes when running through the cut-down cut, it rustles relatively mild, is storm-proof and, thanks to a small pack size.

Point rating in terms of comfort: 8 points Functionality: 7 points

Water column: 10.000 millimeter sizes: S-XLUVP: 149 euros

Arc´teryx Norvan LT Hoody

HerstellerArc´teryx Norvan LT Hoody (Frauen-Modell)

Order here: Arc'teryx Herren Norvan Lt Hoody (men's version)

The jacket Norvan LT Hoody from Arc´Teryx is a real rain jacket with a waterproof membrane of Gore-Tex.It worked very well in the test."The jacket held the water well from the outside, but I didn't have the feeling that sweat would collect inside," said a tester.In addition, the rain jacket brings many small, extremely well -thought -out details: there is a umbrella at the front of the rear adjustable hood and the elastic arguments also have a kind of small umbrella.On the hip base, the vastness can be regulated via an internal tensile mechanism.So you can adapt the hip width to your own body and this fit in turn ensures that the torso is particularly well protected from the outside of water.

All sorts of small stuff can be stowed away in a spacious outer pocket - of course waterproof, because the zipper is also.The zipper garage was praised as pleasant on the front of the front..This ensures that the zipper end does not scratch the neck uncomfortably.Incidentally, it should be noted positively in terms of sustainability: The breathable functional membrane of Gore is now produced PFC-Free.We note a small deduction for the fact that the Norvan LT Hoody has a slight tendency towards the "Raschel-Jacke".Good to know: the jacket is large, so if in doubt, order the smaller size, so our test tenor.

Conclusion: Price -intensive rain jacket, which also offers all sorts of function and features.Whether these are worth the high purchase price also depends on the purpose of the application - recommendation more for athletes who are already occasional runners beyond the status and are sometimes outside for really long runs in the rain.

Point rating in terms of comfort: 8 Functionality: 9

Sizes: XS-XLUVP: 400 euros

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