The Outdoor Research Aspire II Gore-Tex Jacket is a comfortable, lightweight rain jacket that’s waterproof, breathable and packable. I tested the Aspire II against nine other top contenders ...

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According to Outdoor Research, the Helium Rain Jacket is a three out of five on the brand's waterproof scale. This actually surprised me a bit given that “rain” is in the name.

Whether you’re planning a rafting trip or just need a commuter bag for fall, it’s good to have a quality waterproof daypack stashed in your closet. We tested the following four packs during an ...