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REI Kimtah Rain Jacket - Men's
The men's REI Kimtah jacket is perfect for spring and summer backpacking adventures. It's made with eVent® fabric and offers protection for activities where windy, wet weather is a concern.
- eVent fabric has a unique membrane structure that allows sweat vapor to quickly escape to the outside of the fabric
- No matter how hard you work, overheating is unlikely due to this Direct Venting™ technology
- And because you remain dry on the inside, the likelihood of an uncomfortable, post-exercise chill is eliminated
- eVent technology works so efficiently, no pit zippers are needed; all seams are sealed for complete waterproof protection
- Windproof to 60 mph
- Fully adjustable brimmed hood features easy-to-use ripcord-style cinches
- Includes a full-length, water-resistant front zipper with windflap and chin guard
- Features adjustable hem drawcord and snow-resistant rip-and-stick cuff tabs; angled sleeves extend coverage over top of hands
- Hand pockets are placed for easy access with a pack on; mesh lining and long zippers boost breathability
- Flash pocket underneath center front placket adds stow space and features an earphone cord port
- REI Kimtah jacket has an active fit that allows a full range of motion and enhances performance
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REI Kimtah Rain Jacket - Men's Customer Reviews
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviewsPros
- Breathable (28)
- Waterproof (28)
- Comfortable (27)
- Windproof (27)
- Lightweight (24)
Cons
Best Uses
- Wet weather (25)
- Hiking and camping (19)
- Casual wear (16)
- Extreme conditions (10)
- Cold / extreme (9)
- Fit:
Feels too small
Feels true to size
97%
(28 reviews)
Feels too big
- Sleeve Length:
Feels too short
Feels true to length
85%
(23 reviews)
Feels too long
- Chest Size:
Feels too small
Feels true to size
96%
(25 reviews)
Feels too big
- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid adventurer (18), Casual/ recreational (10)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (30)
Reviewed by 31 customers
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Pros
- Breathable
- Comfortable
- Waterproof
- Windproof
Cons
Best Uses
- Hiking and Camping
Comments about REI Kimtah Rain Jacket - Men's:
Used it first time on 4-day hike in Smokies (windy, wet & temps in 40's). Kept me dry with only a little clammy feeling during hard uphill hiking. A definite keeper.
- Fit:
- Feels true to size
- Sleeve Length:
- Feels true to length
- Chest Size:
- Feels true to size
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Breathable
- Durable
- Lightweight
- Waterproof
- Windproof
Cons
Best Uses
- Casual Wear
- Cold Weather
- Extreme Conditions
- Hiking and Camping
- Skiing/Snowboarding
- Wet Weather
Comments about REI Kimtah Rain Jacket - Men's:
I am a college student without a car and commute 5 miles by Bicycle to work and class nearly everyday. I depend on the jacket to keep me dry and warm and it has never let me down. I'm 6' 140 lbs and I selected a Large. It is too big for me, but it covers me and keeps me dry. If i were to go back I would get a Medium for my size, but the Large is very functional. I do not regret this purchase. Great jacket.
- Fit:
- Feels true to size
- Sleeve Length:
- Feels true to length
- Chest Size:
- Feels too big
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Breathable
- Comfortable
- Lightweight
- Waterproof
- Windproof
Cons
Best Uses
- Wet Weather
Comments about REI Kimtah Rain Jacket - Men's:
I bought this jacket to replace my old rain gear that didn't have a hood. So far the jacket has worked great. I always worry about how long the rainprof'ness' will last, though. I coach golf in Washington state and I have used the jacket on many afternoons that were wet, windy, and cold and have really liked it so far.
- Fit:
- Feels true to size
- Sleeve Length:
- Feels true to length
- Chest Size:
- Feels true to size
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Good zippers
- Lightweight
- Windproof
Cons
- Can't Open Pockets Wpack
- Not Waterproof
Best Uses
- Wind Breaker
Comments about REI Kimtah Rain Jacket - Men's:
There was a lot to like about this jacket - good zippers, relatively good fit, good cinching mechanism for hood, excellent visibility even when hood cinched tight, light weight, long enough in the back to wear cycling - but both arms leaked and my jacket underneath was totally wet after a 50 minute hike in the rain.
Design flaw: Waist belt on pack covers pockets.
- Fit:
- Feels true to size
- Sleeve Length:
- Feels too long
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Breathable
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Stylish
- Waterproof
- Windproof
Cons
Best Uses
- Casual Wear
- Hiking and Camping
- Wet Weather
Comments about REI Kimtah Rain Jacket - Men's:
My first eVent jacket and I am very impressed with both the breathability and the affordability of this jacket. I got it as a gift but obviously kind of know how much it costs and I can't say enough about its breathability. I have been looking at some more ski oriented event jackets and pants from other brands and they are generally a lot more expensive. I'd wondered about the legitimacy of claims about the breathability and this jacket made me a believer. So much so that I might not get anything for winter use because it does not trap in much heat at all. It is light weight but not as lightweight as some less breathable jackets. So now my conundrum is whether to pack this and be a few ounces less comfortable when it is in my pack or take another jacket and be less comfortable when it does rain. I don't think this jacket is trying to be too lightweight so it doesn't really bother me too much but if REI could design another jacket that was more minimalist and very lightweight it would be killer.
- Fit:
- Feels true to size
- Sleeve Length:
- Feels true to length
- Chest Size:
- Feels true to size
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Breathable
- Comfortable
- Lightweight
- Waterproof
- Windproof
Cons
Best Uses
- Wet Weather
Comments about REI Kimtah Rain Jacket - Men's:
First time useing this. I just went up Mt.Si 8 miles total 4 up 4 down with 4000 feet elevation, I like to go fast with a lot of weight. It was raining like it does up here in the pacific north west. I wore a active wear top and my rei kimtah jacket. When I got back to the trail head the jacket was dry, and my top had the usual amount of sweat on it, but not an excessive amount.
- Fit:
- Feels true to size
- Sleeve Length:
- Feels true to length
- Chest Size:
- Feels true to size
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Breathable
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Lightweight
- Stylish
- Warm
- Waterproof
- Windproof
Cons
Best Uses
- Casual Wear
- Cold Weather
- Extreme Conditions
- Hiking and Camping
- Skiing/Snowboarding
- Wet Weather
Comments about REI Kimtah Rain Jacket - Men's:
Best jacket I've ever owned. When you buy a product sometimes you're disappointed, often you get what you expected, and sometimes you get what you HOPED you'd get. This jacket's performance is everything I hoped for and more.
- Fit:
- Feels true to size
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Breathable
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Lightweight
- Warm
- Waterproof
- Windproof
Cons
Best Uses
- Casual Wear
- Cold Weather
- Hiking and Camping
- Skiing/Snowboarding
- Wet Weather
Comments about REI Kimtah Rain Jacket - Men's:
Have had this parka for a couple of years now. Good for moderate exertion and rain, around town and in the mountains. But the zipper was always tricky to engage and would sometimes come apart at the bottom. This meant a forceful and sometimes damaging zip off to start over again. Now I'm planning a long PCT hike and have decide that I must get a new parka rather than risk a total breakdown of the zipper during the hike.
- Fit:
- Feels true to size
- Sleeve Length:
- Feels true to length
- Chest Size:
- Feels true to size
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Breathable
- Comfortable
- Lightweight
- Stylish
- Windproof
Cons
- Not Waterproof
Best Uses
- Casual Wear
Comments about REI Kimtah Rain Jacket - Men's:
I purchased the Kimtah men's jacket in black medium. Overall it fit great, and I was excited after really pouring over many products, thinking I had ended my decision.
I was wrong. On the first rainy day I broke out the jacket, I noticed some black spots in the hood right away (not sure how I missed this in store). On further inspection, the jacket had some defects in the hood interior, which at first glance looked like dye inperfections from the black outer coating, but on closer inspection these were defects on the interior coating of the hood. In direct contact with water, sure enough drips formed in the spots showing the imperfection.
I drove 40miles to the only REI retail location available with the medium/black in stock for exchange...and yup, sure enough every medium I looked at had the same type of defect.
Every meduim was defective? Wow REI, really? Sad thing is, neither the retail or online customer service would mail me a replacement from the warehouse, or a retail location, thus the 40mi drive. Although I'm glad I did the drive in the long run, as all black medium jackets appear to be defective.
For over $240 that kind of defect is inexcusable, as well as a refused shipped replacement for a defective product. I dropped another $40 and now have a 4 season mountaineering jacket from another brand (FA) that's guide rated. I suggest you do the same if you plan on wearing a jacket for anything outside rainy in-town days.
I'll be passing on REI brands from now on for actual serious gear, the customer service and QA is just not what it once was.
- Fit:
- Feels true to size
- Sleeve Length:
- Feels too long
- Chest Size:
- Feels true to size
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Breathable
- Stylish
- Waterproof
- Windproof
Cons
Best Uses
- Wet Weather
Comments about REI Kimtah Rain Jacket - Men's:
I bought this for my husband as an early christmas gift. It's a great jacket, we both have some REI eVent products that hold up well in wet conditions. The jacket was definitely larger than we expected though. My husband is about 5'11/200 lbs and there was a LOT of extra room in the chest & sleeves for the size large. He has comparable Patagonia & Columbia jackets in size large that fit him well. In other words, if you don't have the chance to try it on at a store, you may want to order a size down.
- Fit:
- Feels too big
- Sleeve Length:
- Feels too long
- Chest Size:
- Feels true to size
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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