Outdoor Research

Aspire II Jacket - Women's

Compact waterproof jacket

Recently bought this jacket as a light rain stopper for warm ski days and cool, wet hiking days. The jacket is light and packs down small. I like the full length side zips for good ventilation. My main complaint so far is the zipper tends to catch when trying to zip it up and you need to hold the zipper straight to zip it up fully.

Size Up!!!

The only reason this jacket has 4 stars is because of it running small! I love this jacket. I had read reviews before and luckily I took the advice of sizing up! Great water repellent and light jacket. I have used this jacket for trail running and just general wear around town. It fits easily into my running vest when I no longer need it during my adventures.

Light and waterproof. Haven’t tested it extensively in heavy rain but biking around town it’s fantastic and packs down easily when I’m not wearing it.

Great quality

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Size Bought:

Medium

I work outdoors, and this has been so nice to wear in the rain! I love that I don't have to worry about rain leaking in and getting wet, and now it makes me want to go play outside in the rain just to wear it.

Great Jacket

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Size Bought:

S

Height:

5' 5"

Weight:

125

I really love my Aspire II Jacket! I live in Portland, OR, so this jacket is my constant companion on most activities (walks, hikes, errands, etc.). So far it's keeping me very dry. I love the side zipper pockets for ventilation and the bright, ultramarine color. One note, though: It does fit a bit tighter around the hips/waist than some other shirts and jackets I own, but overall, I like the fit.

Not the usual OR quality

The item is certainly above par for a rain jacket but doesn’t hold up to the OR name. It simply doesn’t feel as good as other comparable OR products. The jacket ran considerably small for rain jacket, and the seems were not bound as much as one would have hoped. The material itself and zipper were all high quality. Not upset with this, but a little disappointed.

Lightweight, Great Features

Familiarity:

I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Size Bought:

Large

Love this jacket. -Compact (folds up into pocket) -Fits as expected (with room for some layering) -Chest pocket is unusual and useful in lightweight foldup jacket -Pit zip design is very versatile & easy to use -Very waterproof -Looks good

Rain coat

Did not fit as described, tight for women’s sizes in the chest. Used for hiking trip in Grand Canyon, water repellent factor was excellent. Sizing needs to be more descriptive, color and zippers are excellent as well. Overall good purchase for someone with less sizing needs and will hold up to the elements. Price point is reasonable for quality and performance of the jacket. Would purchase again.

Wish there was a way to exchange for another size!

The jacket is super cute, but is slimmer than I anticipated. I sent it back saying that I wanted to exchange for the next size but only had the option to return it (for a fee). I would have preferred an exchange for no fee and was frustrated that this wasn't an option on the website. It did feel pretty waterproof to me, although the fabric also felt a bit stiff and loud, but I only tried it on at home before sending it back.

Exceptional value and rain protection!

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Size Bought:

Medium

High-end detailing. The hood adjustments are great as are the full side zippers. Wore this jacket for days on a rainy hiking trip and it never disappointed.