Reviews & Ratings for Outdoor Research Helium AscentShell Jacket - Men's — 1 review — Page 1

I've been looking for the perfect lightweight rain jacket to carry on a months-long bicycle adventure and I believe I've found it. Interestingly, I could have tried it out for the first time during a recent hailstorm, but I was still carrying my old jacket, which remains perfectly good for local errand runs. What is interesting? I'm fortunate I didn't wear my new AscentShell because I'm returning it. Why would I return what seems to be the perfect gear for my needs, that is as many as three inches longer than similar jackets, that in size L fits my 5'10" 185 lb. frame exactly as wanted, with just enough room for a vest or thin insulating layer, and has wrist closures, large hand pockets, and helmet-compatible hood? Because two days after receiving it, Campsaver offered the same jacket for a little less money, AND in the color I originally wanted. They also lowered the price on another OR jacket that I expect to pair with the AscentShell to 60% off, so my hand was forced. Can't wait to see it in the perhaps more visible in traffic Cranberry.