What extras should I look for on a running jacket? If you want a waterproof running jacket as opposed to one that's simply water-resistant, look for something with an adjustable hood, taped or sealed seams, elasticated cuffs and a clearly marked waterproof membrane woven into the jacket.
There are running jackets that are made to ensure you don’t get drenched and others that are made to fend off water and moisture but are more likely to struggle when the heavy rain comes. Here, we've put together some key things to look out for when sourcing your ideal jacket companion, along with our picks of the best waterproof running jackets to zip up and break new ground. Crucially, they’ll offer better protection against the rain, help keep the chill out by keeping the wind away from your body and won't impede your freedom of movement when you need to up the pace. Outer layers such as running jackets can be easily zipped up when conditions are far from optimal, offering more performative constructions than regular rain jackets (thus preventing you from overheating) and many also come packable, to be stowed away in a running backpack should the forecast change mid-run.
For the rest of us mere mortals pounding the pavement or heading out to the trails, it’s high time to switch up our running gear with a pair of Gore-Tex-coated running shoes, insulated base layers and, most important of all, a running jacket that has you covered in every weather condition. It takes a certain type of runner to spend cold-weather months in only a pair of running shorts and a T-shirt.
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