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
Find the best Black Friday trail running deals at these retailers: [Sportsshoes]{href='https://www.amazon.co.uk/' target='_blank' rel='noreferrer noopener'} | Decathlon | Inov-8 | New Balance | Saucony | Wiggle | Amazon | Alpinetrek
on sale 40% off
LFTOwww.inov-8.com
Description
Fully waterproof, lightweight and well fitting, the Inov-8 Stormshell is our favourite waterproof
on sale 25% off
www.sportsshoes.com
Description
Affordable, stylish and versatile, UA's Outrun the Storm jacket is a great water-resistant layer
on sale 50% off
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
LFTOwww.adidas.co.uk
Description
A flexible and lightweight rain jacket from Adidas, the Terrex Agravic provides a 2.5 layer
on sale 70% off
LFTOwww.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
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
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
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
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
www.newbalance.co.uk
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