Best light weight waterproof jacket (Page 2): Try Google. That's what I do before I buy almost anything.

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

Try Google. That's what I do before I buy almost anything.

https://www.google.com/search?q=best+lightweight+waterproof+jackets&rlz=1C1CHBF_enUS925US925&oq=best+lightweight+waterproof+jackets&aqs=chrome..69i57j0i22i30l9.7830j0j1&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8

joehel2 Loc: Cherry Hill, NJ

For lightweight and totally waterproof, it’s hard to beat LL Bean.

bobmcculloch Loc: NYC, NY

DHenard wrote:

Recently went hiking and got caught off guard by a severe thunderstorm. Fortunately, my camera and lens are both weather sealed. I had a lightweight poncho in my backpack but that made using a camera a little problematic. I am looking for a good lightweight waterproof jacket for hiking with pockets. Any suggestions?

Check Bean and Cabela's, you should find something in one or the other, I always do.

TriX Loc: Raleigh, NC

TriX wrote:

Hello Hanson is well known favorite among sailors for their quality foul weather gear - I have a jacket that must be 20 years old. I like Goretex as a material as it is light and breathable, which is key in the summer - I have two Northface Goretex jackets that are excellent and will likely last the reminder of my life.

That would be Helly Hansen (damn spell checker 🤬)

autry Loc: Ashland, VA. - Center of The Universe

DHenard wrote:

Recently went hiking and got caught off guard by a severe thunderstorm. Fortunately, my camera and lens are both weather sealed. I had a lightweight poncho in my backpack but that made using a camera a little problematic. I am looking for a good lightweight waterproof jacket for hiking with pockets. Any suggestions?

www.mountainhardwear.com

Flash Gordon

Go to West Marine. Boaters have a ton of weather/waterproof clothing.

bwilliams

frog togs

Bayou

I have had great service from my Columbia Sportswear Men's Glennaker Lake Rain Jacket from Academy Sports. It's lightweight, waterproof, and tough. 40 bucks

Bultaco Loc: Aiken, SC

Longshadow wrote:

Have you checked L.L. Bean? They provide quality clothes.
A few years ago I bought a light waterproof unlined jacket from them with a hood and lots of pockets.

There're great.

MtManMD Loc: Beaverton, Oregon

Bayou wrote:

I have had great service from my Columbia Sportswear Men's Glennaker Lake Rain Jacket from Academy Sports. It's lightweight, waterproof, and tough. 40 bucks

I also have this jacket. Got if free from a vendor. It has been excellent. It is rain and wind proof. Lightweight, packable, and has pretty large pockets.

Properframe Loc: US Virginia

Went through the process a few months ago. Seems like nothing is water PROOF unless it is sweaty. Bought a Columbia Watertight II. Is light weight and breathes. Sealed seams,zippered, hooded, draw strings, velcro closures. Is definitely water PROOF. was $51 on Amazon.

Drbobcameraguy Loc: Eaton Ohio

I'm. Helly Hanson believer also. May not be the most stylish but for pure waterproof gear and longevity they are tough. I started wearing them on a commercial fishing boat 45 tears ago. Still use them today. Different types but still the best and super functional.

EricG

My fellow Scout leaders like Frog Toggs in the ultra-light version for $30-40. It is a jacket and pant. They are not built to last forever, but are compact, lightweight, and come with a stuff sack. Easy to have with you when you need them. I have seen them at our local Meijer stores in Ohio, but should be able to find in a sporting goods store or on line.

OleMe Loc: Montgomery Co., MD

I second Helly Hansen. L.L. Bean goretex. I've gphad one for decades and it still does the job. Folds / compresses into a built in pouch. Light, breathes so you don't get sticky like happens with rubberized storm gear.

stant52 Loc: Williamsport, Pa.

DHenard wrote:

Recently went hiking and got caught off guard by a severe thunderstorm. Fortunately, my camera and lens are both weather sealed. I had a lightweight poncho in my backpack but that made using a camera a little problematic. I am looking for a good lightweight waterproof jacket for hiking with pockets. Any suggestions?

I like https://www.froggtoggs.com/?gclid=CjwKCAjw3pWDBhB3EiwAV1c5rLo9JeeJzxKqbwfu7q3_F1ChxlASW6gHMCwIR3Fr8-rhwozSn-4QxxoC9JQQAvD_BwE
I have 2 jackets, one suit and my wife has a suit, 2 piece