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Hike, backpack, ski or walk the dog on drizzly days in the men's REI Co-op Teris GTX rain jacket. It's a 2-layer GORE-TEX shell you can reach for anytime you need waterproof protection.
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Best Use | Multisport |
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Fabric | Recycled polyester (bluesign approved) |
Lining Fabric | Recycled polyester taffeta (bluesign approved); chinguard: polyester tricot (bluesign approved) |
Windproof | Yes |
Waterproof | Yes |
Type of Waterproofing | 2-layer GORE-TEX ePE nonfluorinated waterproof/breathable membrane |
Hood | Yes |
Ventilation | Pit Zips |
Back Length | Hip-length |
Back Length (in.) | S: 31.5 inches M: 31.5 inches M Tall: 33.5 inches L: 31.5 inches L Tall: 33.5 inches XL: 31.5 inches XL Tall: 33.5 inches XXL: 31.5 inches XXL Tall: 33.5 inches XXXL: 31.5 inches |
Gender | Men's |
Weight | 1 lb. 8 oz. |
Sustainability | Fair Trade Certified™ factory Contains materials that meet the bluesign® criteria Contains recycled materials From a Climate Label Certified brand |
XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL | XXXL | 24 IN Waist | 26 IN Waist | 28 IN Waist | 30 IN Waist | 31 IN Waist | 32 IN Waist | 33 IN Waist | 34 IN Waist | 35 IN Waist | 36 IN Waist | 38 IN Waist | 40 IN Waist | 42 IN Waist | 44 IN Waist | 46 IN Waist | 48 IN Waist | 50 IN Waist | |
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Chest | 35 | 36 - 38 | 39 - 41 | 42 - 45 | 46 - 49 | 50 - 53 | 54 - 57 | |||||||||||||||||
Sleeve Length | 32 | 32.5 | 33 | 33.5 | 34 | 34.75 | 35.5 | |||||||||||||||||
Waist | 27.5 | 28 - 30 | 32 - 34 | 36 - 38 | 40 - 42 | 44 - 46 | 48 - 50 | 24 | 26 | 28 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 33 | 34 | 35 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 |
Hip | 33.5 | 34.5 - 36.5 | 37.5 - 39.5 | 41 - 43 | 44 - 46.5 | 47.5 - 50.5 | 51.5 - 54.5 | 32 | 33.5 | 34.5 | 36.5 | 37 | 37.5 | 38.5 | 39.5 | 40.25 | 41 | 43 | 44 | 46.5 | 47.5 | 50.5 | 52.5 | 54.5 |
Inseam | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 |
Measurements are stated in inches unless otherwise indicated. Size chart values represent body measurements, not garment measurements.
SHORT: Some pants are available in short sizes, which generally means an inseam that is 2.5 inches shorter than regular sizes.
TALL: Some pants, shirts, jackets and parkas are available in tall sizes, which generally means an inseam that is 3 inches longer and a rise that is 1 inch longer, a shirt or jacket body that is 2 inches longer, a parka body that is 2.5 inches longer and sleeves that are 2.5 inches longer than regular sizes.
Capri or cropped pants have an intentionally shorter inseam—reference the technical specs instead of this chart.
Inseam is measured to the floor.
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Coming from someone who buys gear to be used in tough/hard conditions - this jacket was a major letdown. Initially, I thought the fact that this jacket has a Gore-Tex branded 2-layer membrane was promising. However, the Gore-Tex waterproof membrane is of the newer ePE/non-fluorinated generation. While this means that it's made without 'forever chemicals' - the performance of both the membrane and the DWR leaves a lot to be desired - it barely beads water and the surface fabric wets out and saturates quickly. The inner fabric that touches your skin is not bonded to the next layer, so it's not efficient at all at transferring moisture from your skin, outside of the jacket. As a result, the jacket feels really clammy even with light rain. The jacket itself is heavy - according to the specs, it's over a pound. It's not really cut for anyone who has an athletic build. I'm 5'6", 180 lbs and fit, but I felt like I was basically swimming in this jacket, even though I got it in Medium, and I typically wear Medium in similar jackets. On the plus side, the zippers do seem to be of high quality (YKK) and all of them (two side pockets, chest pocket, main zipper, two pit zips) are protected by a flap to keep moisture out. And you'll need the pit zips, given that this jacket gets clammy, fast. The hood does offer some good adjustment with a single cinch cord, and the collar is rigid enough to stand up when the jacket isn't zipped up all the way. Aside from that, this jacket is heavy, doesn't really keep me dry, wets out quickly, and does a poor job at venting moisture in wet weather. It doesn't pack down very well, either. I wouldn't recommend this jacket even for the casual user, as there are much better options out there.
A great rain jacket to take on a hike. Relatively lightweight and compact. Kept me warm and dry during a torrential downpour with 30 mph gusts. Sleeves seemed a little too long but you can velcro the cuffs to adjust. Best fitting hood on any rain jacket I've ever tried.
This rain jacket is heavy duty and the look and feel is that of a well constructed durable piece. It does its job keeping you dry. The hood covers your head and face. It might be a personal preference, but the hood does not have a drawl string, it extends beyond your face instead. I would use a lighter jacket on summer days when you might get light sprinkles, just because of how thick the fabric is. But the flip side is that it should keep your top half dry in even heavy downpours. I ordered the large so that it would be plenty big to fit a sweater or something in the cooler months, but it’s big enough that the medium would have probably worked too. I received this product for free in exchange for an honest review.
The Teris GTX has a balanced blend of function, quality, and style. Functionally, this has all the bells and whistles of a great raincoat. Large pit zips are a necessity, and these are easy to open and close while walking. The VISLON zipper is robust and I haven’t had problems with snagging. The billed hood has several adjustment options to keep things in place and the rain out of your face while hiking. The cinch strap on the hood even has a little hook so you can wrap it around a tree branch to hang dry! The double layer design does a great job of blocking the wind, which I was grateful for when I wore this to a rare cold, drizzly, and windy Indy 500. Importantly, the waterproofing works great. During a rainy hike the initial rain slid right off thanks to the DWR coating. Eventually the jacket became a bit saturated on the outside, but happily my shirt was bone dry inside thanks to the Gore-Tex liner. From the fabric to the stitching, the Teris is built with the quality of much more expensive brands. I’m sure this will last many years…not always the case with the lighter options. Overall I like the style of this jacket. The cut does run a little large. I typically wear a size large, and the large jacket is very roomy. This is nice for layering, but does look a bit baggy for wearing around town. I really like the tapered hem to keep a dry butt. The sleeves are long, which can be nice to keep the hands dry in the rain, but they do stay out of the way with a little adjustment of the Velcro wrist cuffs. Though I have historically tended to buy the lighter rain jacket options for backpacking, I can easily say this is my new go-to rain jacket for any rainy day. From hikes, outdoor events, or rainy walks into the office, the Teris GTX is a great option!
Fit & Comfort: I’m 5'8", 150 lbs, and the fit is roomy without being too baggy, leaving plenty of space for layering a fleece underneath. Super comfortable with great mobility—no complaints there. Trail Performance (Light Rain/Snow): Wore it on a hike up Mount Storm King during light rain, snow, and windy conditions. There was some light beading, and although it didn’t shed moisture completely, I stayed dry and warm. Wind protection was excellent, making it a solid companion for cool-weather hikes. Urban Test – Disappointing Waterproofing: The big letdown came during a 10-minute walk in moderate rain through downtown Seattle. The jacket initially beaded a little, but soaked through quickly, and I could feel a little dampness underneath. It wasn’t totally drenched and remained somewhat breathable, but for a GORE-TEX jacket, I expected much more in terms of waterproofing. Build & Style: No complaints about the construction—build quality is excellent. The silhouette is clean and trendy, easily wearable in both urban and outdoor settings. Definitely one of REI’s better-looking jackets. Bottom Line: The Teris GTX has a great fit, solid wind protection, and sharp style, but the rain performance was underwhelming. For the price, especially with GORE-TEX branding, I’d consider other options if reliable waterproofing is a priority. It’s a decent pick for light-duty use, but not quite the all-weather shell I was hoping for.
As an avid hiker in all conditions and all seasons, I wanted a lightweight, waterproof jacket. While it took the purchase of two other shells that promissed to keep me dry I found this GTX Rain Jacket to be a 10. The Arcteryx "Goretex Infinium" I first trusted beads no water and soaked through both in a snow storm and again in a rain storm. It was replaced in my kit by a North Face DriVent jacket which has been found to be not dri at all! After much research on what Water Proof really means (warning - waterproof is measured in very different ways by different companies). My experience has proven if it ain't GORETEX and at least two layers, it wont keep you dry! 5 miles in at treeline is a horrable place to have your gear fail. My research recently found only two jackets at $200 price point or less with exceptional 2 layer GORETEX. Mammut Treeline HS was a great jacket with a beefy construction, nice hood good fit and mesh liner. Only downside was no pit zips or chest pocket so I sent it back. The other choice was the REI Teris GTX. Runs very large so if you're like me 5'-10" 180 lbs. the medium fits like a large! The large size was more like a two person jacket! The Teris has been through two full day snow storms, a Flash Flood Warning rain storm today and has kept me bone dry. Very impressed for a sub $200 Waterproof jacket! Jacket is well made, has pit zips, chest pocket, great zippers (not tape sealed but excellent performance) and roomy / adjustable hood. Only thing I would change is the liner is solid fabric which doesn't allow the airflow the Mammut would have provided but in all cases of its use, the jacket has performed exceedingly well. Highly recommended!
I usually buy a Patagonia or Northface rain jacket because it is what I know. But after my last jacket bit the dust, I figured I'd try the house brand this time around. Couldn't I was pleasantly surprised at the length and width of the jacket because it was just perfeft. Normally it's too long/short or tight/wide depending on the brand but this jacket was the perfect fit. Only 2 things I would like to see, a pit zipp for breathability when the weather rapidly changes and longer draw strings on the zipper. Other than that, it's a perfect jacket.
This is a very heavy, multilayered shell jacket. All aspects of the cut are generous - the sleeves are wide, hood is large, body is boxy, wrist straps are robust. It could make a good ski jacket for very cold seasons, but is less than flattering for everyday wear. The GTX material is solid and will hold up very well to the conditions, but again I'd reserve this for the nastiest of days and look to something else if friendlier (I'm in California, so 95% of the time) skies.
This jacket reminds me of a North Face Gore-Tex jacket I had in college almost 30 years ago. I lived in Vancouver, B.C. at the time so being water repellent was necessary. The jacket is stiff and makes a lot of noise as the fabric rubs against itself. It doesn't bother me, but it may be an issue for some people. It works very well as an outer layer for colder weather, and it has zippers under the armpits for ventilation. Highly recommended as an outer layer for cold weather or as a rain jacket.
Great Jacket - best value for a goretex coat. Blocks the wind and rain- and runs pretty big so keep in mind how many layers you will be wearing under it when purchasing