A waterproof jacket is not just a raincoat, just prettier. A quality waterproof jacket protects you from rain and wind, but on top of it, it can breathe. And it can be very light, compact, and durable. You can get all this in the same jacket.

If something is a must of the essential outdoor equipment, it is undoubtedly a good waterproof jacket. It should be your protective shield when you decide to go out facing all-day rain, but in sudden weather changes where there is no possibility of finding a shelter, or you want to keep going. Without a quality waterproof jacket, a stay in the mountains can quickly become a nightmare due to harsh conditions.

Patagonia has combined its long-term manufacturing practice with the reviews and experiences of its ambassadors to develop superior waterproof jackets for various outdoor activities, as their demands on equipment are slightly different. When choosing a waterproof jacket, consider its purpose - hiking, running, climbing, or cycling.

HIKING AND CLIMBING JACKETS

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A versatile and affordable classic from Patagonia has a simple design combined with high performance. This waterproof and breathable jacket will provide reliable comfort in fickle weather on all-day wanderings in the mountains and valleys.

Slate Sky Jacket

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A light waterproof jacket perfect for climbers and long-distance hikers who need to minimize the bulk and weight of their backpacks. The Slate Sky Jacket stands out with its low weight, and when you pack it up, thanks to its small dimensions, you'll even forget you're carrying it.

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A performance jacket built for an extended stay in a humid environment. Excellent breathability goes hand in hand with high-grade water resistance. Patagonia has also added a soft layer of tricot backer for next-to-skin comfort.

JACKETS FOR MOUNTAIN CYCLING AND RUNNING

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Comfort, durability, and packability are reaching impossible with this shell. It's a super-lightweight and stretchy jacket designed for mountain biking in all weather conditions. Reinforced parts on the forearms, shoulders, and prolonged back panels increase the abrasion resistance of the most exerted parts.

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A waterproof jacket for all those trail running lovers. The atypical two-zip opening allows putting the jacket on over the backpack and ventilating excess heat as needed. The tricot backer will take care of your comfort and prevent the jacket from sticking to your skin.

JACKETS FOR EXTREME CONDITIONS

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A three-layer super light shell that self-stuffs into a chest pocket. Ideal for multi-day mountain missions, where you need to eliminate the weight and space taken in the rucksacks. Its high packability is nothing that would compromise the performance of the jacket. Built-in Recco reflector increases your safety.

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Heavy snow, downpour, and gusts of wind – Triolet Jacket stands out in the most demanding mountain conditions. It‘is a durable three-layer gore-tex shell supported by compatibility with a climbing harness and many practical details, such as a built-in Recco reflector.

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Your protective shield against the harshest mountain conditions. A high-performance technical jacket with excellent water resistance that still offers exceptional comfort. The fit supports freedom of movement, and with a hidden Recco reflector, there is a reason to use this shell for extreme alpine ascents.

JACKETS MADE FROM WASTE

Whatever it sounds like, all of Patagonia's waterproof jackets are made from recycled materials to help reduce our dependence on petroleum-based products. Input materials come from post-consumer and industrial waste, such as plastic bottles or discarded fishing nets. That is the way

Patagonia significantly minimizes its environmental footprint. Patagonia shows that it is possible to make a quality product that is not harmful to the environment and fair to the people who work in production. Your high-quality jacket increases its value thanks to the fact that you made a responsible decision.

Oliver Vysloužil

Oliver Vysloužil je bouldrista telom i dušou. Už vyše 10 rokov je hlavným propagátorom tejto lezeckej disciplíny na Slovensku. Je zakladateľom webového portálu boulder.sk, kde sa dozviete všetko o boulderingu nielen na Slovensku. Organizuje outdoorové boulderingové akcie a je autorom prvého slovenského knižného sprievodcu bouldrovaním. Žije v Bratislave.