I got this as a light weight jacket that I could clip to my climbing harness. I'm 5'1", 105#, my usual OR size is XS and I'm happy to say this one fits about right. It is so small & light you can bring it anywhere as a backup. I can see this being a great travel raincoat as well. My only gripe is that the stowing pocket needs to be about 10% larger.

KP

Seattle, WA

feels really.comfy to wear around, not like s bulky plastic feeli mg coat

lawn chair

PCT

I was looking for a very light jacket taking a minimal space in my backpack. Helium II jacket complies very well to that requirement. I wore the jacket a few times in different activities and it provide a good protection against wind and rain. However, it is does not breathe sufficiently for high intensity activities.

Christine

Gatineau, Québec, Canada

Bought this last year as my outer layer for my first Adirondack high peaks winter hike. Love it! Protects from wind and light rain. I wear it all winter over layers without feeling bulky.

Burkee

Central NY

For a quick grab jacket, the Helium II works perfectly. However, there are no hand pockets to keep your hands warm in it like most jackets but okay for that minimalistic look. It's lightweight. It has a high collar to keep your mouth and chin warm when needed. I love the color!

Kat

Jackson, WY

This jacket arrived 3 days before an epic trail run that was drenched in the rain! The fit was perfect, I stayed dry underneathe, and it was super comfortable. As with other reviews I've seen, there aren't really any vents in the jacket, so I did get a little sweaty under, but never got too hot or cold at all despite running up and down hills, wind, rain, etc. So other than missing some little vents, the jacket couldn't have been more perfect.

Kirsten trail runner

Los Angeles, CA

It worked great when I wore it on the last windy day

Racheal

MT

Great fit- I bought a large so I could wear this over other jackets and layers if needed. It fits great over my big chest- I can still breathe lol. Hood can cinch down to keep the rain out of the nooks and crannies. Super lightweight and packable. I use it as a wind jacket as well as rain.

Calamity

Denver CO

Love mine so much I purchased another for my wife, Skygoddess!

Duck

Vero Beach, FL

For everyday life, I used to primarily wear a soft shell jacket that was water resistant. On rainy days, I just dodged the raindrops or got soaked. Now I wear a puffy and when the weather turns, I layer up with my Helium II which is tiny and always tucked in my go-bag. When in the field, it is the best, last layer to add for a windy or wet day. For the final day of a Lower Salmon to Snake raft trip, I always have my Hellium II on when we leave camp to cut the wind and hold back the splashes. It is a great jacket.

Ahcas

Idaho