![]() Made for longer missions when breathability and a bit of weather resistance are essential, thanks to a PFC-free DWR finish (durable water repellent coating that does not contain perfluorinated chemicals). There is a large selection of colour options and the SRP is £100. The Patagonia Houdini Jacket comes in sizes XS – XXL for men and sizes XS-XXL for women. It deserves a place in any keen trail runners and hiker’s summer pack and you’ll hardly notice it’s there until you need it. It is unbelievably light and compact, has some great features and comes with high ethical practices as standard. The Patagonia Houdini rightly retains its iconic jacket status. Maybe some venting at the back would also help to help shed heat when working hard. That said I can work around that, but as I said it would be very useful with not too much weight addition. I usually have my phone stashed in a pack pocket so it wasn’t so much an issue but I could only stash a thin pair of gloves (which was useful when I’m running with a waist belt) or a couple of food bars. It did hold my iPhone SE with a case but anything larger + case would be tricky. I feel that the extra space would be useful for stowing gloves or a bit of food. One improvement I would make is to make the chest pocket slightly larger. The fit is great, not too athletic and it fitted easily over a thin fleece or base layer, it also felt OK next to skin although began to feel clammy after a while due to either sweat (mostly) or seepage. The fit was great for fast-paced activities, I was caught out in a large shower just after this photo! It is well-made and durable, offering good value for the price considering it is manufactured in a Fair Trade Certified facility – you are buying Patagonia for their responsible practices after all. The Patagonia Houdini jacket is a great choice for backpackers, hikers, and other outdoor enthusiasts who are looking for a lightweight, packable, water-resistant, and breathable jacket. Although not so much for me as I sweat a lot when active! The gossamer-like fabric is made from a lightweight, (reasonably) breathable material that allows moisture to escape, so you can stay comfortable even when working up a sweat. Breathable: The Houdini jacket is also reasonably breathable, so you won’t get too hot or sweaty when you’re active.The seams are lap sewn so but you can expect water to seep through here too, particularly at the shoulders. It has repelled the odd shower and has beaded up well, as you would expect from a ‘factory finish’ it took about 15 minutes of steady rain to begin to wet through. The PFC-free, DWR finish on the fabric helps to repel water, and the tight weave of the fabric helps to block the wind. Water-resistant and windproof: The Houdini jacket is water-resistant and windproof, so you can stay comfortable in light rain or wind.I’ve found it perfect for using with my waist belt (bum bag, fanny pack, etc). It packs down to the size of a grapefruit, so you can easily stow it in a backpack or any other tight space. Ultralight and packable: The Houdini jacket is one of the lightest jackets on the market, making it a great choice for backpacking, hiking, or other activities where weight is a major concern.Let’s look at a few of the positives for the jacket: Outrageously light and compact, the loop is plenty big enough to fit a carabiner through if needed.
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