Product Search
Product Search
GET A 20% DISCOUNT - TODAY!
Join Inside Edge for FREE and start saving.Sign up
Sold Out Item # OURQ2202zM

Outdoor Research Helium II Jacket (Closeout) CLEARANCE Ultralight Waterproof Shell

This product is no longer available, but there is a newer version.
View updated item

The Enwild Difference

Real People

Connect and #HikeRunRoam with us!

Awesome Gear

Get the inside edge on the outdoors.

Amazing Service

Because you deserve it.

The 6.4 ounce Outdoor Research Helium II Jacket is ideal for ounce-counting backpackers and hikers. Ultra-lightweight, ultra-compressible Pertex Shield DS ripstop fabric offers waterproof/breathable protection without compromising durability.

Description

The 6.4 ounce Outdoor Research Helium II Jacket is ideal for ounce-counting backpackers and hikers. Ultra-lightweight ultra-compressible Pertex Shield DS ripstop fabric offers waterproof/breathable protection without compromising durability.

Despite its lightweight design the Men's Helium II Jacket incorporates a number of features including a single-pull hood adjustment a hem adjustment and elastic cuffs to deliver a customized fit. For convenient storage the Men's Helium II Jacket stows neatly inside its own side-hem pocket. Other features include a storm flap behind the front zipper and a zippered external chest pocket.

The Outdoor Research Men's Helium II Jacket is available in multiple sizes and your choice of colors.

  • Ultralight waterproof/breathable
  • Fully seam taped
  • Adjustable hood
  • Water resistant zippers
  • 7.5"/19cm internal storm flap
  • Zippered chest pocket
  • Stuff pocket with carabiner loop
  • Elastic cuffs
  • Drawcord hem

Technical Specs

Best Use
Backpacking, Hiking, Running/Fitness, Cycling
Jacket Back Length
Hip-Length
Center Back Length
31"
Fit
Standard Fit
Hood
Yes; Adjustable
Insulation Material
N/A
Number Of Pockets
1
Shell Material
2.5 Layer 30D Pertex Shield (100% Nylon Ripstop)
Type
Ultralight Waterproof/Breathable Jacket
Warranty
Lifetime
Other
Packs into Hidden Pocket

15 Reviews

4.67 / 5

Earn Reward Points For Reviewing Products

Join our FREE Inside Edge program and receive 20% off a full-price item. Earn reward points for reviewing eligible items you purchase and receive exclusive discounts.

What are points?
As a member you can share reviews of eligible items you purchase and we'll reward you with reward points valued at 5% of the item's original purchase price. It's EASY and it's FREE.

Sign Up Today

Sort By

Travis

07/19/22

Perfect for lightweight backpacking

Likes

Lightweight, runs true to size, great quality

Dislikes

None

Forest

06/01/21

not good for more than 24-hours of rain

Likes

Ultra lite weight.

Dislikes

no pit zips. Used this upper in a 11-day trip. We had a 36-hour non-stop downpour, after 24 hours the jacket gave up and began wetting through. Now it wets through at the mere sight of water. I replaced it with an ULTIMATE DIRECTION top. The UD Leggings survived the 36-hours and hoping for the top to be a great performer.

Brian H.

04/19/20

Great packable rain jacket

Likes

Lightweight Packable Fit

Dislikes

No side pockets

Ryan

06/09/19

One of the best rain jackets for price and weight!

Likes

Bought a size small for my wife (5'6", 140 lbs). Fits greats, water proof, and very lightweight.

Dislikes

None.

Edward O.

03/30/19

UL rain n’ such

Likes

Fits great! I’m 5’8”, 175lbs. The craft beer has me a little more port than desired, and the Medium fits great. Enough to shell over some down, and fitted enough for trail wear. Super light. Not as ‘sticky’ like other laminate jackets. Full disclosure, haven’t had it out in a rain squall, but it’s purpose is for dry mountain summers on windy passes - an “oh sh&t” later for the occasional wet storm system. The jungle green color...MUAH!

Dislikes

Can’t think of any. No pockets...but you already knew that.

Adrian H.

03/28/19

Great Packable Jacket

Likes

I like how this jacket stuffs into itself in such a tiny way. I literally throw this into my gear everywhere I go, and I forget that I have it.... That's how small it is!

Dislikes

Not a very breathable jacket, but for the price you're getting a jacket that compresses down into itself and has very good rain protection.

Julian N.

10/17/18

Needs hand pockets

Likes

Very minimalist spartan rain jacket. It is great as a bare minimal rain jacket. It keeps you dry and packs down to the size of a baseball. If it only had hand pockets it would be a 5 star jacket.

Dislikes

No hand pockets.

Bernard B.

08/31/18

Excellent in all ways

Likes

Fit color and materials

Dislikes

None

Peter S.

08/18/18

it is what they say

Likes

Lightweight fits good looks good (Pewter). I bought a large, I'm 6' 175. It's a nice fit with a t-shirt and I can get a light down under it although it's a tight fit. I would say this jacket runs on the smaller size, especially compared to other brands Marmot, Patagonia even Arcteryx to a degree. So size up if on the fence. Great lightweight shell, it replaced my Marmot Precip and Patagonia Houdini as it does double duty as a shell and windshirt.

Dislikes

no pit zips

David J.

08/13/18

Just in case jacket

Likes

Mine weighed in at only 6.3oz and packs very small. Has stayed waterproof through moderate showers. I'm 6'3" 180lbs and the large fit like a glove.

Dislikes

Not as breathable, windproof or waterproof as a 3 layer Gortex, eVent or Polartec shell but for 1/2 to 1/3 the weight and cost it is above expectations.

Alan B.

08/07/18

Packs down small and light

Likes

It packs down small into its own pocket. Super light. I haven’t had a chance to actually wear it in the rain, but carried it in my pack 5 days in Glacier NP. I am ready when it does rain.

Dislikes

Tiny zipper seems too small. Worried about durability. Based on other review and research it shouldn’t be an issue.

newbie

07/30/18

excellent versatile jacket

Likes

-light weight -packs small -packs easily -reasonably breathable -excellent wind resistance -waterproof -brimmed hood with snug cord

Dislikes

-poor inside pocket placement -ember/charcoal model is not a solid orange color (patterned with tiny black dots)