Foray II Jacket - Men's
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Why We Like The Foray II Jacket
When the skies unleash an unexpected deluge, we take shelter in the Outdoor Research Foray II Jacket. It's just as at home cruising around Brooklyn as it is on the Appalachian Trail, and the GORE-TEX Paclite 2-layer membrane and stuff-sack pocket make it so lightweight and packable that there's no reason to ever leave it at home.
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- Packable, dependable rain jacket for trail and city
- GORE-TEX Paclite offers lightweight protection from the elements
- Side vents ensure easy temperature regulation
- Stuff-sack pocket makes it easy to bring on any adventure
- Regular fit and adjustable hood and hem for comfortable layering
- Item #ODRZ8NZ
- Material
- [membrane/laminate] GORE-TEX Paclite (2-layer), [face fabric] 100% polyester
- Seams
- fully sealed
- Fit
- regular
- Length
- hip
- Center Back Length
- 32.25in
- Hood
- yes
- Pockets
- 1 zippered chest, 2 zippered hand
- Venting
- Hem-To-Bicep TorsoFlo Venting
- Claimed Weight
- 11.85oz
- Activity
- running, touring, hiking
- Manufacturer Warranty
- lifetime
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Overall Rating
4.5 based on 468 ratings
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Fits True To Size
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageMarch 25, 2025
Disappointing Waterproofing
I have owned two of these jackets now since Fall 2022. The reason I've had two, is the first one lost its water proofness (despite my best efforts to re-waterproof it using Nikwax). The replacement jacket that OR sent me has been actually even worse, I have had it for less than a year and it is already allowing water to seep through. I'm really disappointed in this product especially since it is advertised as being super waterproof and an award-winning jacket.
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
March 18, 2025
If I ever need another, I'd start here
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Size Bought:
- XXL
Extremely waterproof beyond anything else I've ever worn. The pit to hip two-way zippers create a lot of options for wearability and temperature control.
March 16, 2025
Great!
Lightweight and breathable. I wear it with a base layer and it feel fantastic.

Originally reviewed on ExpertVoice.com
March 10, 2025
So far so good!
I needed a new waterproof jacket for daily activities (not on a crabbing boat on the Bering Sea) and this works exactly as described. I have worn it several times in drizzles and steady rains and it has kept me nice and dry. I am 5' 11" and bought a Large which fits well. If I was going to wear a thicker layer underneath I would probably go up a size. But I specifically bought this as a light rain jacket so am happy with how it fits.

Originally reviewed on ExpertVoice.com
March 8, 2025
Two jackets Tried - Both Leaked in a Year
I bought my Foray II GORE-TEX Jacket in Fall 2022. It performed well at first for the first 6 months or so, but definitely by the end of the year I was noticing that it was struggling to keep water out. I treated it with NikWax - following all of the instructions for care of the jacket carefully, but nothing helped, I continued to get wet, every time it rained. I requested a warranty on the jacket which I hate doing, as I know this often results in extra waste. OR was really good about sending me a replacement jacket which they did in June 2024. It is now March 2025, so less than a year later, and I am once again getting wet (in under 10 minutes of being outdoors) with the jacket on. I will try the Nikwax again, but at this point it seems like I'm just wasting money at this point. I am really losing faith in OR's quality as this is the third product that I have bought this year that has not functioned as advertised... It's crushing as all of the production of this poor quality gear is so wasterful...
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
February 28, 2025
Great ventilation for waterproof layering
The extended side zippers make this rain jacket incredibly versatile. I tend to run hot, and the front and side zippers make for easy and effective adjustment of ventilation. Three days of hard rain on a 5 day backpacking trip in the Beartooth Range kept me dry the whole time. It is great for 3 seasons, but I would want something more substantial in winter conditions.

Originally reviewed on ExpertVoice.com
February 27, 2025
Very Good fit. I use this as a daily driver shell for multisport activities. Most of my use so far has been for rain and snow. I live in Bozeman, MT, and Ski Bridger Bowl, where our best terrain is hike accessible. The Forray II has enough ventilation to keep me calm on the uphill while being very windproof and warm for the way down. When it comes to deep snow performance, I find it repels water and snow very well while allowing my body to stay at a cool temp. I would say that the helmet compatibility is good, but it may be a little tight for anyone with an L/XL helmet. Excited to see how it performs on the bike too!

Originally reviewed on ExpertVoice.com
February 4, 2025
Great ultralight rain jacket
Very waterproof, great packability,great fit Runs long I'm 6' 4" and the large fits great

Originally reviewed on ExpertVoice.com
February 2, 2025
Great for hiking.
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Size Bought:
- Small
This paired with a good base layer and a mid layer is perfect in most conditions.
January 31, 2025
Ran bigger than expected, doesn’t keep out water for very long in a down pour but is still an excellent option just not for super technical outdoor work when it’s pouring

Originally reviewed on ExpertVoice.com
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