Outdoor Research Helium Rain Pants - Women's
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Shrug off wet, stormy weather with the lightweight and durable women's Outdoor Research Helium rain pants. Pertex® Diamond Fuse technology resists abrasion without adding unnecessary weight.
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- Elastic waistband with drawcord and gripper tape offers a customizable fit that stays in place
- Crotch gusset enhances your range of motion
- Back pocket doubles as a stuff sack
- Carabiner loop and key clip
- Ankle zippers make it easy to get in and out of these pants without taking off your boots
- Elastic ankle cuffs with gripper tape and lace loops
- Reflective logo
- Contains bluesign® materials, for which the company took deliberate steps to reduce negative impacts on the health of the environment, workers and wearer
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View the Outdoor Research Helium Product LineView all Outdoor Research Women's Rain Pants| Best Use | Multisport |
|---|---|
| Fabric | Nylon (bluesign® approved) |
| Windproof | Yes |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Type of Waterproofing | 2.5-layer Pertex Shield |
| Packable | Yes |
| Inseam (in.) | 32 inches |
| Weight | 6.1 ounces |
| Gender | Women's |
| Sustainability | Contains materials that meet the bluesign® criteria |
| XXS | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL | XXXL | 1X | 2X | 3X | 4X | 0 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 16W | 18W | 20W | 22W | 24W | |
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| Bust | 28 - 30.5 | 30.5 - 33 | 33 - 35.5 | 35.5 - 38.5 | 38.5 - 41.5 | 41.5 - 45 | 45 - 48.5 | 48.5 - 52.5 | 43 - 47 | 47 - 51 | 51 - 55 | 55 - 59 | 32.25 | 33.5 | 34.75 | 35.75 | 36.75 | 37.75 | 39.25 | 40.75 | 42.5 | 44.5 | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 |
| Sleeve Length | 29.5 | 30 | 30.5 | 31 | 31.5 | 32 | 32.5 | 32.5 | 32.5 | 33 | 33.5 | 34 | |||||||||||||||
| Waist | 21.5 - 24 | 24 - 26.5 | 26.5 - 29 | 29 - 32 | 32 - 35 | 35 - 38.5 | 38 - 42.5 | 42.5 - 46.5 | 39 - 43 | 43 - 47.5 | 47.5 - 51.5 | 51.5 - 55.75 | 26 | 27.75 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 32.75 | 34.5 | 36.5 | 38.5 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 |
| Hip | 30.5 - 33.5 | 33.5 - 36 | 36 - 38.5 | 38.5 - 41.5 | 41.5 - 44.5 | 44.5 - 47.5 | 47.5 - 51 | 51 - 55 | 45 - 49 | 49 - 53 | 53 - 57 | 57 - 61 | 34.75 | 36 | 37.25 | 38.5 | 39.5 | 40.5 | 41.5 | 42.5 | 44.5 | 46.5 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 | 54 |
| Inseam | 30 | 30 | 30.5 | 31 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 |
Sizing Notes
Short: Some pants are available in short sizes, which generally means an inseam that is 2 inches shorter than regular sizes. Measurements are stated in inches unless otherwise indicated.
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Least durable rain pant I've ever owned
After many years with my Marmot rain pants and one very fun butt slide down snow, it was time for me to invest in new rain pants. I could not have been much more disappointed by these :( I wore these 4-5 times on a single backpacking trip, with no extreme or unusual use (no butt sliding this time!). The entire seat is now fraying and torn open in 2 places. I sat still on flat slabs of rock a couple times while cooking, but otherwise only wore these while lounging in camp or hiking. NOT DURABLE AT ALL :( I'd recommend Marmot instead.
Not durable
Took these rain pants on a ~550km 22-day thru-hike in the Canadian Rockies. My boyfriend and I both had a pair and ours both wore out at the seam on the inside leg above both ankles within a day or two of hiking with them. OR needs to add a more robust seam at this place so it doesn't tear. Due to dirt build-up, gear tape just fell off when we tried to repair on-trail. The rain pants were necessary on our trip for bush-whacking and protection from rain and snow, and did provide us with protection, but would definitely not buy again for this price due to durability issues - next time it's frog toggs for $30 for sure.
Leaked immediately
From the first wear, these pants were leaking through the membrane. After one quick walk (less than 30 minutes) in moderate rain, the water had seeped through the membrane at the front of both thighs, leaving my pants underneath soaked. This worsened in the second and third wear. I'm hoping this can be resolved through warranty as it's clearly a defect, but I won't be repurchasing.
Lightweight and comfortable
I used this pants all summer when backpacking, they are light, pretty comfortable and dry fast, a bit tight around the waist and too big at the ankle but overall they feel good. I wish they came with an elastic at the bottom so I could cinch them in, they are huge at the bottom!!! unfortunately they are not durable, if part of your hike involves bushwacking they will rip easily, Mine lasted one summer, sucks! Will have to buy a better pair of rain pants that are more resistant to different conditions you encounter when backpacking
Emergency rain pants
These also have zips up to around the ankle, making it hard to put on when you have large hiking boots. They are extremely light and thin though... so while it was extremely frustrating that I had to take off my boots to put these on, I will just keep them around for emergencies. I'll be getting something with full length zips or at least 3/4 zips if I expect rain in the forecast for a backpacking trip. Taking off your hiking or mountaineering boots is wastes a lot of time.
Lightweight and packable
I purchased these for adventure racing, which often have waterproof pants as required gear. Pros - they are lightweight and affordable and meet gear requirements; Cons - not the most waterproof or durable - they wet out fairly quickly and I found after a day off trail hiking through some vegetation they are starting to delaminate on the inside of the lower legs. Overall, these work great as a lightweight rain pant to keep in your pack for surprise rain showers.
These run small
A three-star rating may not be fair, as I didn't get to wear these, but I was disappointed that they didn't fit, despite my careful attention to the size guide. I was hoping that it would be a looser fit, because, after all, these are rain pants and you don't really plan to wear them on bare skin. I wanted some room to wear long underwear underneath or tights. I'm 3'4, 130lbs and the small was too close-fitting all over. I had to return them.
These pants will be in my pack year round.
These pants pack small and weigh next to nothing. I took them on a climb up Glacier Peak and was happy with the feel, size, and weight. One suggestion for improvement would be a way to cinch the pants at the ankle. They are a tad too long which isn't usually a problem for me. They are ok if I wear them under gaiters but otherwise I'm sure they would get shredded by my crampons or micro spikes.
Not waterproof at all
So disappointed. I was hoping for lightweight rain pants but got windbreaking pants instead. Three weeks on the Nahanni River and I wore my drysuit when in rained instead of these... Design is good though, and if they came in a short version (and were waterproof) they would be great....
Too long
I'm 5'7" but these rain pants seemed designed for someone about 6'! You can't hem these with the zipper so I had to put a tuck right below the knee. I should have returned for a smaller size but did not have time. Just be aware that these may run long for you.