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Helium Pant - Women's

4.15625 out of 5 stars
32 Reviews

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Helium Pant

Sometimes, deciding to continue with plans on a cloudy day works out fine. Other times, you spend a day (or several) trying to stay optimistic in the face of leaky tents, socked-in summits, and soggy clothes. Though there's no way of knowing exactly which way things will go, you can be prepared for the worst case scenario. Pack the Outdoor Research Women's Helium Pant along with you when the skies are unpredictable, and pull it on quickly over your hiking shorts if things take a turn for the wet and rainy. This waterproof pant will make sure you stay dry through quick passing showers and longer storm systems alike, and it easily stows inside of its own pocket, so you can stash it back in your pack if the skies decide to clear.


Details

  • Embrace a rainy weekend outside with this waterproof pant
  • Regular fit made to be layered over hiking clothes
  • Durable nylon ripstop fabric can handle days on the trail
  • Fully sealed 2.5-layer waterproof membrane blocks out rain
  • Carabiner loop hangs onto your climbing gear
  • Ankle zippers allow you to slip the pant on in a hurry
  • Item #ODR00IR
Material
2.5-layer 30D nylon ripstop, Pertex Shield membrane
Seams
fully sealed
Fit
regular
Inseam
31 in
Pockets
1 rear stow
Side Zips
ankle
Reflective
accents
Claimed Weight
5.4 oz
Recommended Use
hiking & camping
Manufacturer Warranty
lifetime

Overall Rating

4 based on 32 ratings

Review Summary

1 Stars - 2 reviews
2 Stars - 3 reviews
3 Stars - 2 reviews
4 Stars - 6 reviews
5 Stars - 19 reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

February 1, 2021

Perfect ul rain protection for wife hiking thru dense brush

Excellent rain protection for ultralight backpacking. So light that we never even consider not taking it when we leave the backpack at camp.

Kelly
outdoorresearch.com

Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com

4 out of 5 stars

December 27, 2020

Runs small

Familiarity:
I returned this product before using it
Size Bought:
Medium
Height:
5' 5"
Weight:
134

I can't speak to their performance yet, but I can speak to their sizing. Having read reviews on this product on other sites, I followed consistent advice to size up. Some reviews said to size up one size, while others said two. I am usually a small (6) in pants, so I ordered the medium pants. When I received them, I noticed that they fit over thin yoga pants, but they were not suitable for going over my quite fitted/not-at-all bulky jeans. I returned the mediums and bought the large.

Elese L
5 out of 5 stars

December 8, 2020

Would buy again and recommend to friends

These stay in my day pack at all times for the unexpected rain, slush, and/or snow that can occur at any time in the PNW. They are the perfect back-up outer layer and extra windbreak when needed as well. They are no frills - one back pocket and boot zips - but that is all that is needed for these very lightweight rain pants.

Debra
outdoorresearch.com

Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com

5 out of 5 stars

December 3, 2020

yes, I recommend these pants

Love these light weight rain pants. I have used them successfully in the NW rainy days and have them in my hiking pack now at all times. Love them!

Lynn
outdoorresearch.com

Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com

4 out of 5 stars

December 2, 2020

Good but not perfect

Nice and light. easy to put on but wet through faster than expected

austin
outdoorresearch.com

Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com

5 out of 5 stars

November 19, 2020

Minimalist and effective

Feathery light, wonderfully minimalist. Great for water-proofness, good (but not great) breathability

Jeffrey
outdoorresearch.com

Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com

5 out of 5 stars

November 18, 2020

Great lightweight rain pants

I use Helium pants for backpacking. The best features are lightweight and packablity. We used it in a steady light rain and kept us dry inside. Because of the ultralight weight, long term durability is yet to be found out.

Katsuyuki
outdoorresearch.com

Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com

5 out of 5 stars

November 18, 2020

I would buy this again

very comfortable, and are PERFECT for the weather here in Seattle especially, this time of year.

jeffrey
outdoorresearch.com

Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com

5 out of 5 stars

November 16, 2020

Rain pants

Less clammy while wearing than the NF pants they replaced

Laura
outdoorresearch.com

Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com

5 out of 5 stars

October 29, 2020

Nice and lightweight

great pants, nice and lightweight. had to size up to a large. Mediums were too tight around my thighs.

Tammy
outdoorresearch.com

Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com