Suzette

I was worried about getting soaked on my morning commute, but the water-repellent treatment kept me completely dry through a sudden downpour. The fit is also surprisingly flattering for a technical rain jacket.

The fully sealed seams make a real difference in heavy downpours—I stayed completely dry during a two-hour bike commute. This jacket packs down small enough to stuff in my day bag, which is exactly the kind of practicality I was hoping for.

I’ve worn this jacket through several downpours now and the DWR coating keeps water beading off like magic, so I stay dry without feeling clammy inside. The fully taped seams give me extra confidence when the rain really comes down.