M's Torrentshell 3L Jacket

just right

I bought this rain jacket for my son going off to College in August, after researching best rain jackets on line. As you know college kids don't like to wear heavy jackets during Fall or even Winter, and need protection from rain while the walk through campus. I was uncertain he would use it but.. He is super happy. I got 2 text messages so far.. 1) "The rain jacket is so great" and then again, a couple of weeks later , today : " the rain jacket is SO AMAZING". THANK YOU PATAGONIA! You are the best brand in the world, truly.

First Patagonia product and rain coat. Hesitant at first due to the price, but for me well worth it. Quality product. Don't remember if the product description mentions it, but this rain coat packs into its front left pocket, I think, too, which is pretty cool. Watched a video to see how it's done. Wouldn't call myself a total off the grid outdoors type person - fear of alpha predators like sharks and bears - but when I'm not in my head and can make it into the woods / mountains, it kept me dry during a 4.5 mile walk / hike in some medium-steady rain w/ my dog. Like the way the hood is designed - the cords on it allow you to shape it to your head which is cool. Imagine others familiar w/ rain coats will know what I'm talking about. The "bill" on the hood, I guess it's called?, seems to do a really good job of directing the flow of water to the sides of your head instead directly down onto your face. It's really light. I got a Large, and it might be a tad big on me, but I can see myself liking the extra space in the winter when wearing more layers. If you've never bought a raincoat before I think this is a good initial first investment for the money. It's light, feels well made, and its design includes some cool features I'd never thought would make such a nice difference walking in the rain.

Its not the lightest rain jacket I own, but its replaced all the others. For its weight though, this thing is bomber. Serious rain and wind stoping power. Has room to layer underneath. Good style. Id buy it again.

Nice and lightweight...replacing an old one. A good basic for multipurpose use.