Cotopaxi's Top-Rated Rain Jacket Ranks 'Right Up There With Patagonia and The North Face' and Is Now 50% Off
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There's a gloomy period that happens between winter and spring that's filled with rain, melting snow, and mud. It might sound drab, but it doesn't have to be that way. Leading outdoor brand Cotopaxi is known for its colorful approach to outdoor gear, with some of the brightest backpacks and jackets around. The Utah brand is also known for its vibrant rain jackets, which are perfect for spring, and one of its best styles just got a staggering discount.
Right now, Cotopaxi’s Cielo Rain Jacket is on sale at REI for just $72—just over half off the $145 list price. This rain jacket is currently a top 10 bestseller in its category and has earned more than 115 five-star ratings. Three of the eight colors are on sale, and as of this writing, the Mezcal color is available in all sizes from XS and 3XL.
Cotopaxi Cielo Rain Jacket in Mezcal, $72 (was $145) at REI
The 2.5-layer jacket gracefully sheds water while maintaining a lightweight feeling. The jacket’s 10,000mm waterproof rating provides ample protection under light rain while maintaining breathability. Fully-taped seams also prevent water from seeping into weak points. The jacket has two zippered hand pockets and a secure chest pocket. The hood features a cinch that can be pulled with one hand, and the cuffs can also be secured to keep water out. There's even a slightly dropped hem that provides rear coverage, with an elastic at the bottom that can further lock out the elements.
Shoppers were impressed with the quality of the jacket, with one writing that it “ranks right up there with Patagonia and The North Face.” Another boasted that it was “lightweight, packable, and effective” and declared it “my new daily driver shell layer during wet Boston winter days.” It doesn’t just come in handy in the cold seasons, though: One shopper appreciated that it was “light and breathable,” calling it a “great jacket for spring and summer.”
Shoppers were impressed with its outdoor performance, with one writing that they “hiked in the rain nonstop for about three hours and stayed dry the entire time. I was also wearing a backpack that was about 30 pounds, and the jacket held up very well with no noticeable wear to the shoulder strap area.”
Whether you’re looking for an outdoor performance jacket or you just need a lightweight layer for wet-weather commutes, consider picking up the top-rated Cotopaxi Cielo Rain Jacket for just $72 while it's still in stock.
