[Closed] Running Windproof Jacket

Montane fetherlite smock, though to be honest I rarely wear mine, as I always take my waterproof on longer runs. TBH I find I get too hot unless it’s really cold, but I’d probably wear the waterproof in those conditions

https://montane.com/products/montane-mens-featherlite-smock

Similar to Pieface, I rarely use my windproof. Usually end up with a gilet+waterproof.

I've got a Montane Featherlight jacket which I have worn occasionally when running but generally it's too hot, mesh backed gilet is what I've found to be the best option. I'll take the jacket with me on a cold day though, never know what might happen and you can soon get very cold if for any reason you can't keep running.

I run in a paramo ostro windproof even In the rain even though you get wet in the end. I dont get too hot in it and it keeps showers off too, I did an ultra the other week and it rained and was very windy for 5 hours sold and I was still comfortable, although I have to use a proper waterproof for kit checks ive only worn it once as I just use the paramo all the time if the weather is grim

I've got a couple of cheap ones. An Adidas one that came from a charity shop and a fluorescent one that came from Aldi in their cycle range. They aren't fancy but they definitely take the edge off on cold days. No issues with over heating, although it does need to be quite cold to wear it. It's actually ok in the rain. In no way rain proof but it works nicely in light drizzle and mist and even when saturated offers a degree of protection.

Same as nickjb I have a cheap decathlon thing, not water or mega windproof, but enough.

I've still not worn put a couple of Parrot pretext tops, nothing fancy at all, probably had them 15+ years now. One of them has seen more use than the other and it's prob time to pension it off. Keep looking at the Alpkit Arro as a zipped alternative, but it's not available in drab green or khaki as per the OP

I've an oldish Adidas one. Breathes nicely , long enough round the backside, bit of reflectivity on it.

https://rab.equipment/uk/vital-windshell-hoody

no hood - which I use of running & riding.  perfect for taking the edge off a cold morning.

https://rab.equipment/uk/vital-windshell-jacket

available in green.

I have a vital for hill walking duties, it's a sweatfest even at that pace, no way I'd run in it!. Only ever wear it in piercing cold winter winds, good for that.

Well I've found an old gore tex green jacket that I can use for twitching, forgot I even had it.

I'm thinking I might ditch the windproof for a bit and get a gilet. I don't generally feel the cold massively.

I have a Montane Marathon/Featherlite. It's well vented and the wrists are wide enough that they can be slid up easily. It'll pack small enough to fit into the back pocket in my shorts. I won it in a Montane photo comp many years ago so it owes me nowt.

I run in a Patagonia Windshield softshell, which is brilliant - but has been out of production for some time. They probably do an equivalent though.

I've got a Featherlite Marathon kicking around that I used to ride in but was a bit flappy, might try that for running instead. No pockets though.

My last running windproof was a Decathlon pertex shell. Excellent quality.

I like my OMM Kamleika smock for when it's cold, and it's soft, doesn't rustle, and is waterproof too.

I also sometimes just go for a gilet and layer up with arm-warmers etc.

Reading this with interest as I've yet to find a running waterproof that works for me. I don't think I sweat that much, but everyone I've used leaves me soaked as it's just too hot.
I have a windproof gilet that I occasionally use, but I tend to just use a good baselayer and leave it at that.

I've got a decathlon Evadict one in black with a very faint camo pattern. I got it as it packs up to nothing, won't get too got and just keeps the crap off when it's wet underfoot if not actually raining.

At this time of year I'm pretty much always wearing a long sleeve top with a zip-neck, and sleeves that I can push up / down. I always take a Waterproof in my bag (OMM Kamleika Smock, or my posh Haglofs if its stair rods from the off) unless its just drizzle and I'll be out for less than 60 minutes. I then regulate my temperature by combining / removing hat, gloves and waterproof depending on conditions. I generally get hot so wind isn't so much of a problem as it helps cool me down, but if its really windy I'll put the waterproof on, if I overheat I unzip the neck or remove hats / gloves as necessary.

If the general weather pattern is windier, I tend to put on a heavier weight base layer rather than a windproof on top of a thinner baselayer. I guess overall it all equates to the same temperature, but I find that as I'm going to carry a waterproof anyway, then taking a windproof top that is only marginally more breathable is a bit of a waste of time.

When I do use the windproof is when I go for a run after doing the school run. The windproof adds an extra layer to stop me freezing when walking up to school, but fits nicely into my slim waist bag when I set off running.

I have a Rapha commuter lightweight jacket in hi-viz pink that I bought to keep me alive when road running and doubles as a packable windshell on my MTB and roadbike, It's available in black and navy if you like the stealth look.

For lightweight and breathability you can't beat a Montane Litespeed ( hood) or featherlite Trail jacket( no-hood) Only in Blue or grey this season.

I found the Decathlon cheapy got hot very quickly but I expect you can't expect a windproof to also be breathable.  it'd be a bit of an oxymoron.  i find it's just good for a getting you home before windchill sets in too much.

There are Shakedry running jackets out there but I'd struggle to justify the expense over just keeping warm but damp with a gilet.  Be interesting to know how well they cope.

Arc'ertyx Incendo Hoody - from Sport Pursuit originally I think, but expensive at RRP - works really well for me. Has vented mesh panels under the arms, which combined with rolled-up sleeves and a fabric that seems to be more breathable than some windproof stuff, keeps things reasonably comfortable. Fwiw, I think, like mountain biking, it's hard to deal with the amount of heat the body kicks out unless you're just trundling on flat terrain.

@chaos I have 2 Gore shakedry running jackets and they are absolutely amazing.  The breathability is incredible - I once had a train ticket in the chest pocket and it got soaked from sweat which couldn't escape but not even the tiniest hint of condensation on the inside of the rest of the jacket.  I wore one of them for most of the Thames Path 100 which went reasonably well, plus the first half of South Downs Way 50.  I used to wear one for commuting a lot but then decided it was a little overkill, but bought a second in a sale which is kept for race day

Thanks; one for the Christmas list I think.

I have a Paramo Ostro which is great but quite heavy duty, so only really for days where I think it's going to get a bit nasty.  I also have a Patagonia airshed pullover (I think, it's a few years old now) which my father in law got me as a present from the states.  That's amazing, so lightweight and really breathable.  I wear that a lot, packs down to nothing too so I can stash it in my shorts pocket as an emergency layer.  Patagonia stuff is expensive but some of the best made running kit I've used.

I'd actually thought about posting "in praise of the Montane Featherlite" before now. It's so good at being just enough in wind and light rain but never too hot, I use it for touring, bike packing, running and probably should use it for general MTB but it does feel a bit delicate - in the event of a crash it won't survive long.

Thanks for all of the replies, food for thought indeed. Think I'm going to go for a Montane Featherlite or Litespeed, can decide which one though, not sure if I want a hood or not. Have seen the smock for a very reasonable price online too.

Montane Featherlight for sure. If it's cool and breezy take that and use lighter baselayers and you're dandy. Perhaps take another midlayer for stops. Had mine for years and it's just perfect. Use it all the time.

Only time it doesn't come out is cos it's summer, or it's raining and I'll take the waterproof.

Don't bother with a hood, take a buff instead. The hood will just flap about for 99% of the time.

Thanks again for all of the replies.

I've ordered a Montane Featherlite Smock.

Planning to do some trail running on the North Downs in Kent over the winter so I'm sure it will get some use.