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The North Face Warm Antora Rain JacketChildrenThe North FaceWarm Antora Rain JacketSize Lyes2Ltaped
78.15€
The North Face Antora Rain JacketChildrenThe North FaceAntora Rain JacketSizes XS · S · M · Lyes2Lsealed
64.05€
The North Face Quest JacketMenThe North FaceQuest JacketSize XLyes2Lsealed
90.85€
The North Face Antora Rain JacketWomenThe North FaceAntora Rain JacketSizes XXS · XS · S · M · +3yes2Lsealed
91.45€
The North Face Antora JacketMenThe North FaceAntora JacketSizes S · M · L · XL · XXLyes2Lsealed
90.95€
The North Face Warm Antora Rain JacketChildrenThe North FaceWarm Antora Rain JacketSizes XS · S · M · L · XLyes2Ltaped
79.25€
The North Face Quest JacketWomenThe North FaceQuest JacketSizes XS · M · L · XLyes2Lsealed
90.95€
The North Face Whiton 3L JacketMenThe North FaceWhiton 3L JacketSizes S · XLyes3Ltaped
128.05€
The North Face Antora Rain JacketChildrenThe North FaceAntora Rain JacketSizes XS · L · XXLyes2Lsealed
79.90€
Didriksons Tilde WNS Jacket 4WomenDidriksonsTilde WNS Jacket 4Sizes 32–44yes10,000 mmsealed
134.15€
Schöffel Jacket GmundMenSchöffelJacket GmundSizes 46–58yes2L10,000 mm
86.45€
Rab Firewall Mountain JacketMenRabFirewall Mountain JacketSizes S · M · L · XLyes3L20,000 mm
236.85€
The North Face Quest JacketWomenThe North FaceQuest JacketSizes XS · Lyes2Lsealed
82.65€
Helly Hansen Dubliner Waterproof JacketMenHelly HansenDubliner Waterproof JacketSizes S · M · XL · XXL · +2yes2Lfully taped
91.65€
Scott Explorair 3LMenScottExplorair 3LSizes S · M · L · XL · XXLyes3L15,000 mm
234.35€
Jack Wolfskin Jasper 2L JacketMenJack WolfskinJasper 2L JacketSize Syes2L20,000 mm
135.45€
Rab Valiance JacketMenRabValiance JacketSizes L · XLyes2L20,000 mm
316.65€
Rab Phantom Mountain JacketMenRabPhantom Mountain JacketSizes XL · XXLyes2,5L20,000 mm
149.95€
The North Face Quest JacketMenThe North FaceQuest Jacketyes2Lsealed
Rab Firewall JacketMenRabFirewall JacketSizes S · XLyes3L20,000 mm
157.85€
Columbia Hikebound II JacketWomenColumbiaHikebound II JacketSize Lyesfully tapedfixed, adjustable
69.55€
CMP Jacket Fixed Hood 39X6636WomenCMPJacket Fixed Hood 39X6636Sizes 34–50yes10,000 mmfully taped
54.65€
Rab Namche GTX JacketMenRabNamche GTX JacketSize XLyes3L28,000 mm
219.65€
Jack Wolfskin Trailtime 2L JacketWomenJack WolfskinTrailtime 2L JacketSizes S · M · L · XL · XXLyes2L10,000 mm
92.25€
Jack Wolfskin Trailtime 2L JacketMenJack WolfskinTrailtime 2L JacketSizes S · L · XL · XXL · 4XLyes2L10,000 mm
92.25€
Marmot Superalloy Bio Rain JacketMenMarmotSuperalloy Bio Rain JacketSizes S · M · L · XL · XXLyesfully tapedfixed, adjustable with a drawcord
105.05€
Rab Firewall Mountain JacketWomenRabFirewall Mountain JacketSizes 8–16yes3L20,000 mm
236.85€
Black Diamond Fineline Stretch ShellMenBlack DiamondFineline Stretch ShellSizes S · M · L · XLyes2,5L10,000 mm
110.25€
Marmot PreCip Evo Pro JacketMenMarmotPreCip Evo Pro JacketSizes S · XXLyes3Lfully taped
133.55€
The North Face Zipline Rain JacketChildrenThe North FaceZipline Rain Jacketyesthree-piece
65.35€
Didriksons Varja Jacket 2WomenDidriksonsVarja Jacket 2Sizes 34–48yes15,000 mmtaped; extent not specified
94.65€
Helly Hansen Loke JacketMenHelly HansenLoke JacketSizes S · M · L · 3XLyes2,5Lfully taped
103.05€
VAUDE Escape Light Jacket IVChildrenVAUDEEscape Light Jacket IVSizes 110–146yes2L10,000 mm
60.15€
Dare2b Explore III JacketChildrenDare2bExplore III JacketSizes 7-8yrs · 9-10yrsyes35,000 mmfully taped
47.95€
Helly Hansen Seven J Rain JacketMenHelly HansenSeven J Rain JacketSizes S · M · L · XL · 5XLyes2Lsealed, extent not specified
88.55€
Rab Phantom Mountain JacketWomenRabPhantom Mountain JacketSizes 8–16yes2,5L20,000 mm
149.95€
Didriksons Dario Jacket 2MenDidriksonsDario Jacket 2Sizes XS · S · XL · XXL · 3XLyes15,000 mmtaped; extent not specified
94.65€
CMP Jacket Rain Fix Hood 35X7376WomenCMPJacket Rain Fix Hood 35X7376Sizes 42–48yes10,000 mmfully taped
39.15€
CMP Jacket Fix Hood 36Z1096WomenCMPJacket Fix Hood 36Z1096Sizes 34–44yes15,000 mmfixed
67.45€
The North Face Quest Cropped JacketWomenThe North FaceQuest Cropped Jacketsealedadjustable
113.85€
Haglöfs Front Proof II JacketMenHaglöfsFront Proof II JacketSizes S · M · L · XLyes3L20,000 mm
223.05€
Haglöfs Front Proof II JacketWomenHaglöfsFront Proof II JacketSizes S · XLyes3L20,000 mm
223.05€
Columbia Arcadia II Waterproof JacketWomenColumbiaArcadia II Waterproof JacketSizes S · Myesfully tapedfixed, adjustable storm hood
60.55€
Bergans Urban 2L Shell CoatWomenBergansUrban 2L Shell CoatSizes S · M · Lyes2L10,000 mm
178.15€
Rab Kangri GTX JacketMenRabKangri GTX JacketSizes M · L · XLyes3L28,000 mm
331.65€
Dare2b Arising IV JacketMenDare2bArising IV JacketSizes S · M · Lyes35,000 mmfully taped
95.95€
The North Face Warm Antora Rain JacketChildrenThe North FaceWarm Antora Rain JacketSizes 3–7yes2Lelastic opening
63.65€
Salewa Ortles GTX 3L EPE JacketMenSalewaOrtles GTX 3L EPE JacketSizes 48/M · 50/L · 52/XLyes3L28,000 mm
322.35€
Scott Vertic GTX 3LMenScottVertic GTX 3LSizes M · L · XLyes3Lunderarm ventilation
498.95€
VAUDE Turaco Jacket IIIChildrenVAUDETuraco Jacket IIISizes 110–158yes2L10,000 mm
52.25€
Elevenate Bec de Rosses XI JacketMenElevenateBec de Rosses XI JacketSizes S · M · L · XLyes3Lfully sealed
822.95€
The North Face Lightning Zip-in JacketMenThe North FaceLightning Zip-in JacketSizes S · XLyesunderarm zipsadjustable
118.75€
Didriksons Pilvi Jacket 2ChildrenDidriksonsPilvi Jacket 2Sizes 100 · 130yes15,000 mmfully sealed
50.65€
Rab Latok Mountain GTX JacketMenRabLatok Mountain GTX JacketSizes M · L · XLyes3L28,000 mm
434.35€
The North Face Antora Rain ParkaWomenThe North FaceAntora Rain ParkaSizes XS · S · Myesadjustable
99.95€
The North Face Rain Jacket Zip-inChildrenThe North FaceRain Jacket Zip-in
56.65€
CMP Jacket Snaps HoodMenCMPJacket Snaps HoodSizes 50 · 52yes10,000 mmfully taped
56.55€
CMP Jacket Zip Hood 34Z5147MenCMPJacket Zip Hood 34Z5147Size 60yes10,000 mmfully taped
63.85€
Haglöfs L.I.M Airak GTX JacketMenHaglöfsL.I.M Airak GTX JacketSizes S · M · L · XL · XXLyes3L28,000 mm
375.05€
Marmot PreCip Evo Pro JacketWomenMarmotPreCip Evo Pro JacketSizes M · L · XLyes3Lfully taped
135.45€
Haglöfs ROC Sight GTX JacketMenHaglöfsROC Sight GTX JacketSizes S · XL · XXLyes3L28,000 mm
359.05€
Marmot PreCip Evo JacketMenMarmotPreCip Evo JacketSizes S · L · XL · XXLyesfully tapedstowable in the collar
84.65€
Odlo Ascent 3L Waterproof JacketWomenOdloAscent 3L Waterproof JacketSizes M · Lyes3L20,000 mm
236.55€
Rab Downpour Trail Light JacketWomenRabDownpour Trail Light JacketSizes 8–14yes2,5L20,000 mm
151.85€
CMP Jacket Fixed Hood 39X7985ChildrenCMPJacket Fixed Hood 39X7985Sizes 116 · 152yes10,000 mmfully taped
36.55€
Ziener Artiko-ZChildrenZienerArtiko-ZSize 176yes10,000 mmcritical seams taped
66.55€
Bergans Rabot Alpine 3L Shell JacketMenBergansRabot Alpine 3L Shell JacketSizes M · L · XLyes3L20,000 mm
340.45€
killtec KOW 140 JacketWomenkilltecKOW 140 JacketSizes 36 · 40yes10,000 mmwelded
CMP Jacket Zip Hood 35Z1537MenCMPJacket Zip Hood 35Z1537Size 60yes10,000 mmfully taped
82.45€
Scott Explorair 3LWomenScottExplorair 3LSizes XS · S · M · Lyes3L15,000 mm
233.55€
Marmot Minimalist Pertex JacketWomenMarmotMinimalist Pertex JacketSizes S · M · L · XLyes2,5Lfully taped
149.85€
Marmot Minimalist Pertex JacketMenMarmotMinimalist Pertex JacketSizes M · L · XLyes2,5Lfully taped
137.65€
Columbia Whistler Peak Waterproof Hooded Shell JacketMenColumbiaWhistler Peak Waterproof Hooded Shell Jacketyesfully tapedtwo-way underarm ventilation
Marmot Waypoint GORE-TEX JacketMenMarmotWaypoint GORE-TEX JacketSizes S · M · L · XLyes2Lfully taped
221.65€
Didriksons Falken Jacket 2ChildrenDidriksonsFalken Jacket 2Sizes 80–140yes15,000 mmtaped; extent not specified
84.85€
Rab Firewall JacketWomenRabFirewall JacketSize 14yes3L20,000 mm
158.25€
Black Diamond Strataline Stretch ShellMenBlack DiamondStrataline Stretch ShellSize Myes3L20,000 mm
207.75€
VAUDE Escape Bike Warm JacketWomenVAUDEEscape Bike Warm JacketSizes 36–40yes2L10,000 mm
135.05€
Dare2b Torrek Breathe Easy JacketWomenDare2bTorrek Breathe Easy JacketSizes 8–20yes2,5L20,000 mm
99.95€
CMP Jacket Zip Hood 32X5826WomenCMPJacket Zip Hood 32X5826Sizes 34–48yes10,000 mmfully taped
53.55€
Bergans Rabot Light 3L Shell JacketWomenBergansRabot Light 3L Shell JacketSizes S · M · Lyes3L20,000 mm
303.85€
Jack Wolfskin Glacier Shield JacketMenJack WolfskinGlacier Shield JacketSize 3XLyes10,000 mmfixed, adjustable
Elevenate Pure 100 JacketMenElevenatePure 100 JacketSizes S · M · L · XLyes3Lfully sealed
651.25€
Marmot Waypoint GORE-TEX JacketWomenMarmotWaypoint GORE-TEX JacketSizes S · M · XLyes2Lfully taped
196.95€
Marmot Seeker GORE-TEX JacketMenMarmotSeeker GORE-TEX JacketSizes M · L · XL · XXLyes3Lfully taped
367.25€
Dare2b Torrek III JacketWomenDare2bTorrek III JacketSizes 12–20yesfully tapedfixed, adjustable, with wired peak
79.95€
Columbia Saudan Pro 3L Waterproof ShellMenColumbiaSaudan Pro 3L Waterproof ShellSizes L · XXLyes3L30,000 mm
235.55€
Rab Kangri GTX JacketWomenRabKangri GTX JacketSizes 8–16yes3L28,000 mm
331.65€
Salewa Sella 3L Powertex JacketMenSalewaSella 3L Powertex JacketSizes 48/M · 50/L · 52/XLyes3L20,000 mm
352.35€
Millet Trilogy Icon GTX Pro JacketMenMilletTrilogy Icon GTX Pro Jacketyes3Lunderarm zip
553.25€
Helly Hansen Sogn Shell 2.0 Ski Shell JacketMenHelly HansenSogn Shell 2.0 Ski Shell JacketSizes S · M · L · XLyes3Lfully taped
279.95€
Mountain Equipment Saltoro JacketMenMountain EquipmentSaltoro JacketSizes S · Myes3L28,000 mm
314.85€
Rab Firewall Light JacketMenRabFirewall Light JacketSizes L · XLyes3L20,000 mm
189.45€
Odlo Essential 2.5L Waterproof JacketWomenOdloEssential 2.5L Waterproof JacketSizes S · M · L · XLyes2,5Lfully sealed
92.45€
Jack Wolfskin Tempest 2L JacketMenJack WolfskinTempest 2L Jacketyes2L20,000 mm
Jack Wolfskin Tempest 2L JacketWomenJack WolfskinTempest 2L JacketSizes M · XXLyes2L20,000 mm
123.95€
Schöffel Jacket Style MaukuMenSchöffelJacket Style MaukuSizes 48–54yes2L20,000 mm
152.65€
CMP Rain Jacket Fixed Hood 32X5804ChildrenCMPRain Jacket Fixed Hood 32X5804Size 164yes5,000 mmtaped
29.95€
Color Kids Shell Jacket 5968ChildrenColor KidsShell Jacket 5968Sizes 116–164yes15,000 mm
61.65€
Salewa Puez 2.5L Powertex JacketMenSalewaPuez 2.5L Powertex JacketSizes 46/S · 48/M · 50/L · 52/XL · 54/2Xyes2,5L10,000 mm
108.55€
Schöffel Jacket Style CascataMenSchöffelJacket Style CascataSizes 50 · 60yes3L20,000 mm
224.95€
The North Face Summit Mountain GTX Pro JacketMenThe North FaceSummit Mountain GTX Pro JacketSizes M · XLyes3Lunderarm zips
577.35€
VAUDE Elope 3L JacketMenVAUDEElope 3L JacketSizes M · L · XXL · 3XLyes3L15,000 mm
209.85€
Rab Namche GTX JacketMenRabNamche GTX Jacketyes3L28,000 mm
300.05€
CMP Jacket Fix Hood 34Z5224ChildrenCMPJacket Fix Hood 34Z5224Size 128yes10,000 mmfully taped
Gonso Save LightMenGonsoSave Lightyes2L10,000 mm
Helly Hansen Seven J Rain JacketWomenHelly HansenSeven J Rain JacketSizes S · M · L · XL · +2yes2Lfully taped
93.35€
Columbia Trailborne Packable Waterproof ShellMenColumbiaTrailborne Packable Waterproof ShellSizes S · M · XXLyes2,5Lfully taped
119.35€
Dare2b Torrek III JacketMenDare2bTorrek III JacketSizes S · Myes35,000 mmfully taped
79.95€
Columbia Trailborne Packable Waterproof ShellWomenColumbiaTrailborne Packable Waterproof Shellyes2,5Lfully taped
CMP Jacket Fix Hood 36Z1087MenCMPJacket Fix Hood 36Z1087Sizes 48–52yes15,000 mmtaped
67.45€
Helly Hansen Aden Rain JacketWomenHelly HansenAden Rain JacketSizes S · L · 5XL2Lstowable in the collar, adjustable
91.65€
CMP Jacket Zip Hood 34Z5116WomenCMPJacket Zip Hood 34Z5116Sizes 42 · 44yes10,000 mmfully taped
44.95€
Helly Hansen Loke JacketWomenHelly HansenLoke JacketSizes M · L · XLyes2,5Lfully taped
90.95€
Haglöfs Breeze Proof JacketMenHaglöfsBreeze Proof JacketSizes S · M · XXLyes2L15,000 mm
151.05€
Gonso Sura LightWomenGonsoSura LightSizes 34–42yes2L10,000 mm
94.45€
Salewa Aqua Powertex JacketChildrenSalewaAqua Powertex Jacketyes2,5L10,000 mm
Schöffel Jacket Style BlaueisMenSchöffelJacket Style BlaueisSizes 48 · 52yes3L20,000 mm
215.05€
Fjällräven Keb GTX JacketWomenFjällrävenKeb GTX JacketSizes XS · S · M · Lyes3L28,000 mm
491.95€
Haglöfs Alper Proof JacketWomenHaglöfsAlper Proof JacketSizes S · M · L · XLyes3L20,000 mm
Odlo Essential 2.5L Waterproof JacketMenOdloEssential 2.5L Waterproof JacketSizes M · L · XL · XXLyes2,5Lfully sealed
103.35€
Maier Sports Metor recWomenMaier SportsMetor recSizes 18–42yes2L10,000 mm
136.65€
Haglöfs Korp Proof JacketMenHaglöfsKorp Proof JacketSize XLyes2L10,000 mm
143.05€
Helly Hansen Sogn Shell JacketWomenHelly HansenSogn Shell JacketSizes S · M · L · XLyes3Lfully taped
283.55€
Scott Vertic Ripstop 3LMenScottVertic Ripstop 3LSize Myes3L15,000 mm
232.55€
Elevenate Bec de Rosses XI JacketWomenElevenateBec de Rosses XI JacketSizes XS · M · L · XLyes3Lfully sealed
722.35€
Bergans Junior 3L Shell JacketChildrenBergans3L Shell JacketSize 140yes3L20,000 mm
90.55€
Jack Wolfskin Trailventure 2L Jacket KChildrenJack WolfskinTrailventure 2L Jacket KSizes 128–164yes2L10,000 mm
73.35€
Mountain Equipment Makalu JacketMenMountain EquipmentMakalu Jacketyes3Lunderarm zip

H Values marked H come from the manufacturers.

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Knowledge

What do you want to do in the mountains?

Hiking, ski touring and skiing place different demands on fit and features. Choose according to the described use. A high water column does not automatically make a hiking jacket a ski shell.

Try the jacket on with your planned layers. Check freedom of movement, hem, sleeves and the hood with your helmet or headwear. Children need their own sizes and suitable model details.

What does water column mean?

ISO 811 describes a hydrostatic test method for textiles. Water column is a material measurement under specific test conditions. On its own, it says nothing about the seams, zips or fit of a complete jacket.

Only compare values measured using the same method and test conditions. Unknown conditions remain unknown. More millimetres do not guarantee how long you will stay dry outdoors.

EN 343 and the change of standard

According to DIN Media, DIN EN ISO 24232:2026-05 replaces DIN EN 343:2019-06 for protective clothing against rain. ISO 811:2018 remains current as a hydrostatic test method.

An old EN 343 reference on a model does not become a new certification as a result. A water column alone cannot establish a class under the protective clothing standard. The documented information for the specific jacket remains decisive.

Read RET and MVTR separately

RET describes resistance to water vapour transmission, while MVTR describes water vapour transmission under specified conditions. They are different measurements. Do not convert one into the other.

MVTR figures from different methods are not a shared ranking either. ISO 11092:2026 replaced the 2014 edition; an older documented model figure retains its original test reference. Without the method, a numerical comparison is not reliable.

What do the layers mean?

Layers describe the material construction. A three-layer construction combines the outer fabric, membrane and inner protective layer. The number of layers alone is not a complete ranking of waterproofness or comfort.

Check seams and fastenings separately. A water-repellent surface treatment does not prove that the whole jacket is waterproof. A material name alone does not tell you how it is constructed.

Ventilation and care

Additional vents can help release warm, moist air. A general breathability claim does not prove the presence of underarm zips. Physical exertion and weather also affect how it feels to wear.

Follow the care instructions for the specific jacket. Dirt, moisture on the outer fabric and wear affect use. A care recommendation is not a guarantee of lasting waterproofness.

How can you recognise a reliable recommendation?

The model generation, manufacturer information and test reference must match. Missing required information remains visible and prevents a Best Choice. The price preview shows the current range for the suitable selection.

Only compare differences that are actually documented. An unknown water column is not estimated, and a high fabric value does not replace evidence for the whole jacket.

Frequently asked questions

Why are technical values missing for some models?

We only include clearly verified details for the specific model. If the source is unclear or sources contradict each other, the detail remains open. This prevents a model being marked as Best choice when the value is required for your answers.

As of 22 October 2026. Product details from the product pages on sportfits.eu.