It does come with a stowaway pocket for easy storage however it can be a bit of a challenge to get it in. You will do it but it isn’t a quick two-minute job. We’d really like the stowaway pocket to be just slightly bigger. Weather ResistanceĪlongside the weight, this is another area that we felt that the jacket has been let down somewhat. It doesn’t have DWR treatment which means that water isn’t going to bead up and roll off the surface. Even in light rain this jacket can get pretty wet and can soak through easily. However, it does dry fairly quickly so for use in light rain spells, it actually isn’t bad. In particularly bad conditions, we’d recommend a light rain jacket on top. In terms of wind, the mesh liner, thin shell and Alpha insulation do a good job in light winds. ![]() However, really strong winds and blustery conditions will probably mean you need a more resistant outer layer on top of this jacket. This is one of the defining features of this jacket – the Uberlayer from Outdoor Research is very breathable. We’re actually really impressed at the breathability of this jacket. It means it can be used over a variety of different intensive outdoor pursuits without you building up much of a sweat. It allows air to pass through and flow really freely and moisture is transferred away from whatever baselayer you have on. If you’re looking for a big plus point in buying this jacket, its breathability is definitely up there and you won’t find many other jackets in the same price range that offer this. We think the Uberlayer jacket looks really good. It fits nicely overall and comes in three colors – Blactic (dark blue), Black and bright red they call Hot Sauce. ![]() So, there are several options in terms of aesthetics. ![]() You might find better looking jackets out there based on your style preferences but we do think it looks nice. If style is important to you when you are hiking, on the slope or taking part in whatever outdoor activity you like, you’ll look pretty good when doing it. PocketsĪnother good feature of the Outdoor Research Uberlayer is the fact that it comes with 5 pockets.
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