The best trail running jackets of 2023 reviewed

There's no such thing as bad weather, just the wrong clothes. Get your running fix however wet it gets with this selection of waterproof jackets.

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The trail running jacket is so highly valued by trail runners. But it's a hard piece of gear to perfect. Get it right and your jacket is a much-loved friend that’ll be invited to every outing. A wrong-un will end up wrapped around your waist after five minutes and relegated to the back of the cupboard forever after that overheated run.

This is because a running jacket must cope with so many demands. Cold and rain, it must tick those boxes; but then there’s also different conditions like those ideal for windproof running jackets, milder weather, winter running jackets, foggy run days, waterproof running jackets, even hot days. Jackets must also have room for a phone, valuables, and just about anything and everything else you can think. Oh, and it helps if they look good for a pub visit afterwards!

Black Friday deals on trail running jackets

Last chance! Black Friday deals are sticking around until the end of November. Here at LFTO, we're tracking and reporting the very best Black Friday discounts on our top-rated trail running shoes and running jackets all month long. Luckily for you, this means you've got even more chance to nab a high-value piece of trail running gear at an affordable price-tag. .

It's time to stock up for Christmas gifts and the season ahead! We've gathered some of the best trail running jacket deals out there to help you grab a bargain and for your next trail running adventure.

Save £60: Inov-8 Stormshell– 40% off on Inov-8

Save £25: Under Armour Outrun the Storm – 25% off on Sportsshoes

Save £160: On Waterproof Anorak – 50% off at On Running

Save £56: Adidas Terrex Agravic 2.5 – 35% off on Adidas

Save £92: OR Helium Rain Jacket – 70% off on Outdoor Research

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on sale 40% off

inov-8 stormshellLFTO
Price: £100 (was £160)

www.inov-8.com

Description

Fully waterproof, lightweight and well fitting, the Inov-8 Stormshell is our favourite waterproof

on sale 25% off

Under Armour OutRun The Storm
Price: £67.49(was £89.99)

www.sportsshoes.com

Description

Affordable, stylish and versatile, UA's Outrun the Storm jacket is a great water-resistant layer

on sale 50% off

On Running Anorak
Price: £160 (was £320)

www.on-running.com

Description

With a triple layer design for full weather-proofing, this On Waterproof Anorak is a pull-over

on sale 35% off

Adidas Terrex Agravic 2.5LFTO
Price: £104 (was £160)

www.adidas.co.uk

Description

A flexible and lightweight rain jacket from Adidas, the Terrex Agravic provides a 2.5 layer

on sale 70% off

Outdoor Research Helium Rain Jacket – RecommendedLFTO
Price: £38 (was £130)

www.outdoorresearch.com

Description

The Rain Jacket from Outdoor Research is super lightweight and packable, with an impressive

The best trail running jackets in detail:

Best in Test

Montane VIA Minimus Stretch Ultra Jacket
Price: £87.49 (was £174.99)

www.sportsshoes.com

Description

In a tight-fought battle, it’s the fine detail that really makes the difference. This jacket is

Pros

  • It offers everything in a performance package 

Cons

  • Potentially the cost, but it’s worth the investment 

Recommended

Inov8 Raceshell Pro Full Zip
Price: £160 (was £200)

www.inov-8.com

Description

No jacket test is complete without highlighting racing requirements and its specialist needs; by

Pros

  • A great and we mean great, racing jacket 

Cons

  • The price 

Recommended

Rab Kinetic Ultra Jacket
Price: £166.49 (was £184.99)

www.sportsshoes.com

Description

Let’s start with the tech spec: it’s made with proflex three-layer recycled polyester stretch knit

Pros

  • Fabulous waterproofing 

Cons

  • Perhaps the fit isn’t to everyone’s taste

Recommended

Adidas Terrex Agravic Windweave Pro Wind Jacket
Price: £75 (was £150)

www.houseoffraser.co.uk

Description

This jacket is all about fit. Adidas use body mapping to vary their Windweave material’s thickness

Pros

  • Great price point, great tech 

Cons

  • Too light for really nasty conditions. Don’t go up Everest in it, but everywhere else is fine 

Recommended

Description

This is an ideal jacket for those summer runs when you think the UK weather might greet you with a

Pros

  • Excellent lightweight, summer jacket, doesn't feel like a jacket

Cons

  • Not well suited to very harsh weather

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