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Best lightweight waterproof jacket

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HermioneWeasley · 07/03/2020 20:31

Needs to be long ish - hit mid thigh at least
Properly waterproof
Have a good that stays up
Fold up small

Any recommendations?

Thanks

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Rockstar53 · 09/03/2020 11:53

I'm looking for something similar - currently eyeing up the Protected Species parka but can't make a decision.

JoeGargery · 09/03/2020 11:56

Protected species is pretty good but seems to have lost waterproofing after a couple of years very occasional use, despite reproofing it with the wash in stuff they sent with it.
I would try uniqlo or Arket if I were buying again.

StrawberryPi · 09/03/2020 12:00

I have a version of this from a few years ago. It's really good and I get lots of compliments on it - looks surprisingly stylish for what is essentially a mac

https://www.uniqlo.com/uk/en/product/women-blocktech-coat-424579COL09SMA004000.html?LGWCODE=424579COL09SMA004000;136477;6475&utmsource=Google&utmmterm=&utmmedium=cpc&utmmcampaign=shopping&gclid=Cj0KCQjw0pfzBRCOARIsANi0g0ufpDrvWm8hyR0lZkAX3p-WtVu1DUXRnS5icOsybUa3GqGSNSiyY4aAkfaEALww_wcB

DreamingofSunshine · 09/03/2020 12:00

Rains jackets are excellent, hood stays up and they are waterproof.

Raera · 09/03/2020 12:01

www.tog24.com/collections/womens-waterproof-jackets/products/craven-womens-long-waterproof-packaway-jacket-dark-indigo-print
I find that I have to go down a size with their jackets

XingMing · 09/03/2020 16:58

Didrikson Thelma would fit the bill, with a disclaimer that I haven't ever rolled mine up small.

beanaseireann · 09/03/2020 17:06

dunnesstores.com do a lovely waterproof coat / jacket for €25. I have one and it's very handy, not as light as a MacinaSac though.
Waterproof in 2 spring shades. Sorry I can't do links.
Dunnes Stores is like the M&S of Ireland.

beanaseireann · 09/03/2020 17:07

It's called a bonded raincoat.

BubblesBuddy · 09/03/2020 20:04

Seasalt ones can be folded quite small if you avoid a quilted lining.

HermioneWeasley · 09/03/2020 20:06

Thanks all

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