[Closed] Packable waterproof jacket

I've been looking for something like this but packable and waterproof don't really go well together. Anything properly waterproof doesn't pack down that small & for me the smaller the better as I need it to fit in a jersey pocket

http://www.sportsshoes.com/product/mon248/montane-minimus-waterproof-hooded-outdoor-smock/

Tad over budget, but as small as it gets...

[url= http://www.dx.com/p/monton-ultrathin-cycling-polyester-fiber-jacket-black-m-311025 ]I have several of these, you can find them on ebay too.[/url]
I even cut the arms of one to make a lightweight gilet.
You can get them with hoods too if you need it.
They pack really small, could fit inside a tennis ball.
100% waterproof, but as you would expect, not that breathable if you're putting a lot of effort in, but perfect for just keeping in you pocket just in case.

thanks for replies, the montane jacket looks great, not sure about the colour though. any other suggestions?

Altura Pocket Rocket? Got one for eldest lad at Christmas and seems OK.

More money but I like my Endura MTR emergency shell nice jacket and packs up small.

Waterproof? Packable? £50?

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However, for a very breathable windproof that'll keep a shower off, I'd go Pertex or similar (again - I've owned several in the past). You should be able to find something like this online for near £50: http://road.cc/content/review/38270-montane-featherlite-velo-h2o-jacket

Waterproof? Packable? £50?

i picked up a barely worn Gore Path off the classifieds here for £50.

it's very packable and very waterproof and surprisingly breathable.

I like the Castelli Squadra Long jacket. Suitable for road and mtb. At the better end of water resistant. £40 although it does appear for about £28-30. Not very breathable, but it wouldn't be at that price

Montane featherlite. So good I have two.

Dyfi Active Shell from Howies ?

Probably wouldn't set out in a downpour wearing it, but works pretty well, packs up small fist size.

£39 just before Christmas.

Also look at the Endura pacajak - more of a roadie fit but its very small, packs light, for emergency use. sub £35. Used it a few times as well for wind protection, pretty good IMO.

^^^ I have both the Howies and the pacajak. I use the former on mtb, latter on road. The Endura one goes much smaller and flaps a lot less, otherwise performance very similar - great wind protection and good in a heavy shower

I find the Dyfi more sweaty that my Montane, especially after a clean a re-proof (it stopped being showerprood). It's still not bad though compared to the Gore-Tex-a-like winter coat.

Check the sizing on the Dyfi if you're after one - they tend to come up a little small.