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READ: Waterproof Buying Guide / Layering System Guide

Some jackets just fill a hanger. Others actually get worn. 

Rain's the big one for most people. If that's your problem, get a proper mens waterproof jacket with a hood that stays put in wind, seams taped, fabric that doesn't turn you into a sweat bag halfway up a hill. Mid-weight shells work brilliantly for most seasons, while lighter, packable options live in your rucksack or pannier, ready for the next surprise shower. It can be a simple men's rain jacket for a showery dog walk to high-performance GORE-TEX jackets for serious mountain days,

Mens down jackets if you want light and warm and you're not getting rained on. Synthetic if there's any chance you are. Parkas if you just want length and don't care about the weight. Layer an insulated jacket under a shell, and you're covered either way.

We stock The North Face, Arc'teryx, Patagonia, Rab. If you want one jacket instead of two, look at the 3-in-1s.

Shop mens jackets at Cotswold Outdoor.

A hydrostatic head rating of 10,000mm or higher suits regular hillwalking and handles sustained rain plus pressure from a rucksack strap. A rating of 1,500mm to 5,000mm covers light showers and short walks, while serious mountain use calls for 20,000mm or above.

A waterproof jacket uses taped seams and a sealed membrane to block rain completely. A water-resistant jacket only repels light drizzle through a DWR coating on the surface, and heavy or prolonged rain will eventually soak through.

Down insulation packs down small and traps more heat per gram, making it the lighter choice for dry, freezing conditions. Synthetic insulation keeps performing when it gets wet and dries faster, so it suits damp British winters better than down.

A hardshell jacket is fully waterproof and built to block sustained rain on exposed terrain. A softshell jacket trades some waterproofing for stretch and breathability, making it the better choice for fast-paced walks or drier, milder days.

A fleece jacket traps more body heat and feels warmer in cold, dry, and low-wind conditions. A softshell jacket runs cooler but blocks wind and sheds light rain, so it performs better during active use or changeable weather.

A 3-in-1 jacket pairs a waterproof outer shell with a zip-in insulated liner, so the two pieces work separately or together. It suits anyone who wants one jacket to cover rain, cold, and everyday wear without buying three separate layers.

Shoulder seams should sit exactly at the edge of your shoulder, not partway down your arm, and sleeves should stay in place when you reach up or grip handlebars. Leave enough room underneath for a fleece or light insulated layer without the outer fabric pulling tight across your chest.

Reproof a jacket once water stops beading on the surface and starts soaking into the fabric instead, which typically happens every 20 to 30 washes or around once a year with regular use. Avoid fabric softeners and standard detergents, since both damage the waterproof coating over time.

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