Best budget Lightweight hiking jackets
Have you ever wondered how you can find a good hiking jacket without breaking the bank? And have you ever hesitated to buy a hiking jacket because you are just not sure it has the quality that you are looking for? Keep reading to discover my 6 recommended hiking jackets to make your hiking experience more comfortable.
If you are wondering how you can pick a good hiking jacket yourself, please read the article about how to select a waterproof hiking jacket. If you can’t be bothered spending a lot of time looking for a hiking jacket, below are some of the top waterproof hiking jackets for you.
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QUICK RECOMMENDATIONS
The Frogg Toggs UL2 rain jacket is incredibly lightweight. Many hikers love this because of the price combined with the guaranteed waterproofing level. The only trade-off is the durability of the materials. It is also not as breathable as other jackets mentioned, but it has a wide fit.
Waterproofing: 2L Dripore Gen 2
Weight: 5.5oz / 156g
Price: USD $25
Montbell Versalite
The Montbell Versalite offers a great combination of weight and breathability. The jacket has pit zips, an adjustable hood, hem adjustments, and velcro cuffs among its features. Very lightweight, suitable for moderate rainfall.
Waterproofing: 2L Gore Infinium
Weight: 6.4oz / 182g
Price: USD $199
High performance waterproof and breathable jacket, the Patagonia Torrentshell will keep you dry and is one of my favourite jackets on the market! the only trade-off is the weight, but with a whopping 394g it is not bad for a year round rain jacket.
Waterproofing: 3L H2No
Weight: 13.9oz / 394g
Price: USD $149
Marmot Precip Eco
Affordable, waterproof and breathable, the Marmot Precip Eco is one of the favourites amongst hikers.
With pit zips, an adjustable hood, velcro-wrist cuffs and hem adjustments, this jacket has it all! This is the best budget rain jacket on the market.
Waterproofing: 2.5L NanoPro Eco
Weight: 10.58oz / 300g
Price: USD $100
Kalenji Waterproof Running Jacket
The Kalenji running rain jacket is well known for it’s high breathability and will keep you dry in wet weather. For the price, it is hard to find a lot of better options. This is the ideal jacket for high-intensity activities.
Waterproofing: 2.5L
RET: 4.9
Weight: 7.4oz / 210g
Price: USD $100
