10 Best Rain Jackets of 2024 with Ultralight Options

Any backcountry hunter will tell you that carrying a solid rain jacket is a necessary evil but nobody enjoys the added weight of your average rain jacket. First Lite designed the Vapor Stormlight Rain Jacket as a no frills bomber ultralight rain jacket that can keep you dry when you need it while also packing into its own pocket when not in use.

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When the skies are overcast and the rain is pouring down, our ultralight Vertice Rain Jacket offers superior protection and breathability. Our Vertice material is optimized to be lightweight without compromising on durability, and it is among the lightest possible choices for waterproof hyper-breathable rain gear.

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