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Outdoor Research Foray Rain Jacket - Men's

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Outdoor Research Foray Rain Jacket - Men\'s

The Foray jacket from Outdoor Research offers full-on waterproof, breathable protection in a small, lightweight package.

  • Gore-Tex® Paclite® laminate fabric minimizes weight and bulk by using an oil-hating protective inner coating instead of a separate lining
  • Entirely seam sealed for complete waterproofness
  • Dual-pull adjustable hood offers nicely fitted protection that doesn't hinder peripheral vision
  • Two-way front zipper with inner and outer stormflaps, rip-and-stick-adjustable cuffs and dual drawcord hem seal out the elements
  • Working up a sweat? TorsoFlo™ double-sliding side zippers open fully from hem to armpits for unparalleled ventilation with poncho-style coverage
  • Two hand pockets and one chest pocket feature water-resistant zippers; inside mesh stash pocket
  • Inside pocket doubles as the jacket's stuff sack

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Outdoor Research Foray Rain Jacket - Men's Specs
Specification
Description
Best use
Multisport
Nylon / nylon blend
Ripstop nylon
Yes
Yes
Waterproof breathable laminate
No
Yes
Thigh-length
31 inches
Men's
Fabric type
Shell fabric
Windproof
Waterproof
Type of waterproofing
Insulated
Hood
Back length
Back length (in.)
Gender

Outdoor Research Foray Rain Jacket - Men's Customer Reviews

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Outdoor Research Foray Rain Jacket - Men's
 
4.6

(based on 5 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Lightweight (5)
  • Breathable (4)
  • Comfortable (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Wet weather (5)
    • Hiking and camping (3)
      • Sleeve Length:
      • Feels too short

         

        Feels true to length

         

        100% 

        (3 reviews)

        Feels too long

         

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    (5 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Great Lightweight Rain Shell

    By wezli

    from Atlanta, GA

    About Me Casual Adventurer

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    Pros

    • Breathable
    • Comfortable
    • Durable
    • Lightweight
    • Packs small

    Cons

    • Monotone color choices
    • No mesh liner
    • Print-on logos

    Best Uses

    • Casual Wear
    • Hiking and Camping
    • Wet Weather

    Comments about Outdoor Research Foray Rain Jacket - Men's:

    Had to replace a North Face Flight Series Pac-Lite rain jacket that I loved, but was lost in transit on a previous trip. This jacket is a touch heavier but has a great fit and more pockets. Still very light though and packs small. Water rolls right off even in sustained heavy downpour. Breathes well and plenty of vents, but the lack of a mesh liner (like the NF shell had) means the shell sticks to you a bit. Lastly, the plain monocolor style and print-on logos (as opposed to embroidered) make this jacket look cheaper than it is. Would be nice it it were offered in 2-tone and with higher end markings that reflected the quality of the jacket. Overall very happy with it and feel it will last a long time. Note: this jacket is sized large to accommodate thick under layers. I ended up buying a small (which fits great and leaves room for a light fleece with full range of motion) although I usually wear a medium.

    • Gift:
    • No
    • Fit:
    • Feels too big
    • Sleeve Length:
    • Feels true to length
    • Chest Size:
    • Feels too big

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    (9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Rain jacket that actually works

    By Colorado_Tim

    from Littleton, CO

    About Me Avid Adventurer

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    Pros

    • Breathable
    • Comfortable
    • Lightweight
    • Water Proof

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Hiking and Camping
      • Wet Weather

      Comments about Outdoor Research Foray Rain Jacket - Men's:

      I have always been a cheap skate when it comes to rain gear (rain is not THAT big of a deal in Colorado) but when it actually does rain, it pours, and my rain gear has always failed miserably. I learned Rain gear is one place to spend the $$$ - so I decided to break the bank and get a quality rain jacket, and the Gortex Pack-lite seemed to be the best material for pack-ability. It does not pack as small as some of my older ultralight gear, but that is the price for actually staying dry. I was considering this and another obscenely expensive brand that was also pack-lite (which would have, admittedly, been cool to have) but feel in the end this is a better jacket due to the full zip pits. The "other" brand didn't have zip pits at all, and that was a deal killer. Also not as athletic of a fit as the "other" brand, which I would have liked. The pockets are strategically placed to be above a full padded waist belt - smart thinking. I used this jacket when I got caught in a full three hour downpour last weekend while hiking with a pack and I stayed 100% dry. I didn't necessarily need the full zip pits as it was hovering around 45-50 deg. but think they will be invaluable when it gets warmer. Hood worked well.

      I also plan to use this jacket for through hiking in adventures in Europe and SE Asia.

      • Gift:
      • No
      • Fit:
      • Feels true to size
      • Sleeve Length:
      • Feels true to length
      • Chest Size:
      • Feels true to size

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      (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Great shell!

      By thechee

      from Anchorage, Alaska

      About Me Casual Adventurer

      See all my reviews

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Lightweight
      • Waterproof

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Casual Wear
        • Hiking and Camping
        • Wet Weather

        Comments about Outdoor Research Foray Rain Jacket - Men's:

        I plan on doing some extended trips this summer, and I was looking for a light-weight, water and wind proof shell that can accommodate layering underneath, as well pack small. After going to a few stores and trying on every shell I could find, I picked up this coat, slipped it on over my fleece zip-up, and I knew it was the one.

        Many of the shells felt tight around the chest, and had restricted arm movement with a layer underneath. This jacket gives you a complete full range of movement, and it's long enough that when you reach, it doesn't pull up, exposing your stomach. And no matter which way you stretch your arms, the sleeves are long enough that the cuffs will always remain at your wrists. Also, the collar offers great protection of the face, and the hood is very adjustable, and doesn't make it feel like you are wearing blinders!

        Since I've bought it, I've worn it every day, hiking and cross-country skiing, or just walking around town. I haven't tested it in the rain yet, but in the wind and snow, it does fantastic!

        • Gift:
        • No
        • Fit:
        • Feels true to size
        • Sleeve Length:
        • Feels true to length
        • Chest Size:
        • Feels true to size

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        (9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Great Shell

        By bombsaway, a vagabond

        from Yosemite, CA

        About Me Avid Adventurer

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        Pros

        • Breathable
        • Durable
        • Good Fit
        • Lightweight
        • Versatile

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Fitness
          • Humid Weather
          • Travel
          • Wet Weather

          Comments about Outdoor Research Foray Rain Jacket - Men's:

          I bought this for extensive travel, including thru-hiking, climbing, and backpacking. I was torn between this and a much more expensive jacket from an unnamed brand. [...] I bought it, and have not been disappointed. absolutely waterproof, good features (2 chest pockets, 2 deep side pockets, and the poncho-style pit zips are great) the hood rolls up which is nice, and the hood is fully customizable to increase your view. also, it fits great, with enough room for a thick fleece, which immediately adds a lot of warmth. i haven't tested it in winter climates, but will be doing so as soon as possible. good for climbing and any other sport you could imagine.

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          (11 of 14 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          Almost Perfect

          By knifewing

          from Prescott, AZ

          About Me Casual/ Recreational

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          Pros

          • Breathable
          • Good Fit
          • Hood Adjustment
          • Lightweight
          • Pockets
          • Versatile

          Cons

          • No Inherent Warmth
          • Noisy Fabric

          Best Uses

          • Travel
          • Wet Weather

          Comments about Outdoor Research Foray Rain Jacket - Men's:

          After an extensive search, I decided on the OR Foray for use as an all-around travel jacket. The weight and bulk are outstanding and the features, such as pockets and hood adjustment, are great (well, maybe the hem-to-underarm pit zips are a little much). The problem on a recent trip to Japan in 40- to 50-degree rainy weather was that the Pac-Lite is stiff and somewhat noisy (compared to other lightweight waterproof/breathable fabrics), has no inherent warmth (as my old Moonstone jacket did), and feels kind of clammy inside (a mesh liner would help, in my opinion); I almost always had to wear at least a fleece vest underneath. It did shed water well, though, and probably would fare better for travel in warmer climates.

          • Sizing:
          • Feels true to size

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