Outdoor Research Men's Foray Super Stretch Jacket

I’ve been using the Men’s Foray Super Stretch Jacket by Outdoor Research for a few months now, and it has quickly become my go-to shell for wet conditions. Pros: ✅ Excellent Waterproofing & Breathability – The GORE-TEX fabric keeps me completely dry, even in heavy rain, while still allowing moisture to escape. ✅ Lightweight & Packable – It folds down easily into my pack without taking up much space. ✅ Great Ventilation – The venting system (side zips) works wonders for dumping heat. ✅ Durable & Stylish – Feels well-constructed, and the minimalist design makes it versatile for both outdoor adventures and casual wear. Cons: ❌ Slim Fit – If you plan to layer heavily underneath, consider sizing up. The Foray Super Stretch Jacket is an outstanding choice for anyone who needs a reliable, breathable, and flexible rain shell for the outdoors.

I love this jacket, the fit, the flex, and the adjustability are all *chef's kiss*. I run hot and being able to unzip this jacket into a virtual poncho is awesome for venting when it isn't too windy (and when it is windy? it's not as hot!). Through almost the first 6 months of use, it's held up well, no complaints.

This jacket is a great improvement upon OR’s Foray I. So far I’ve used it travel and hiking in rainy conditions and ski touring in mixed conditions. Performed great in the rain, kept me dry. In the rain, I’ve noticed a lot less wetting out in comparison to the Foray I. Very great for windy, snowy conditions with a collar high enough to be nice and cozy in the wind. Jacket packs down to about Nalgene size. If I were expecting only minor rain and traveling light, I’d pack a lighter weight jacket. Jacket is very versatile with its full length zips, allowing for creativity with dumping heat. Comfortable enough over a t-shirt in warm, wet conditions. Hood fits a helmet well and cinches down well, so you don’t end up with a flappy hood. Hood brim is a nice touch, structured enough to be useful. I’d love the wait pockets to be a touch higher, or another internal pocket around the sternal area. The feature that is the star of the show is the stretch. I love this addition, adds extra comfort and adaptability with adding extra layers underneath. I have broad shoulders and this feature is a game changer for me, the comfort and range of motion is wonderful. As usual with OR jackets, I’d love the sleeves to be an inch shorter, but the Velcro cuffs are effective enough. Overall, great fit and comfort and great fabric performance at a decent price point.

Went fishing in a few severe storms and stayed totally dry. IT WAS POURING. Definitely recommend.

Pros 1. Light not bulky 2. Hoodie can be worn over a bike helmet, perfectly ajusted. 3. Good breathability 4. Good fitting Cons : 1. Not as waterproof as high end rain jacket. Some spots can get soaked up pretty rapidly, like 15 minutes under moderate rain. 2. Ergonomy could be a bit better (hem drawcord could be better positionned i.e in frontside of the jacket not on your backside...) 3. Water repel treatment wears off very quickly.