Women’s Helium UL jacket Review - ''The perfect choice for fast moving activities and this breathable lightweight waterproof jacket will certainly be my waterproof jacket of choice in the coming months!''
Posted by Nicola Dickinson on Apr 29, 2026
I tested the women’s Outdoor Research Helium UL jacket during early spring and I was very impressed with its performance. It will be a firm staple in my backpack for hikes during spring to autumn months for showery spells.
I chose a size small, which is the size I would usually choose in a waterproof jacket. The jacket has a trim, streamlined fit but was loose enough to fit a base layer and
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Montane's ExpeDRY™ Down Technology Explained
Jan 29, 2026
ExpeDRY™ works through a permanent and chemical-free bonding of non-toxic gold particles to the down cluster, which actively attacks the humidity inside the insulation and keeps the entire chamber dry in extreme conditions. The ExpeDRY gold particles create an electro-static shield that provides a small hydrophobic barrier and weakens the hydrogen bond that allows water to form. By attacking
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