Our choice for apparel and accessories to keep those spring showers at bay
Spring's first walks around the neighbourhood or hikes in the woods are a special joy that needn't be dampened by spring showers.
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Whether the winter was brutal or mild where you are, there's always that anticipation of when the temperature is consistently warm enough that you can get back into your regular walks around your neighbourhood, or jaunts through the woods. Spring is also a time of regular showers, so we had a hunt around, and here are our picks for apparel and accessories to make sure you keep dry.
Helly Hansen Women's Moss Helox Rain Jacket
Atmosphere
When considering affordability and quality, we decided to go with his Helly Hansen rain jacket for women. It’s simple, well-reviewed by users, and its sturdy polyester and polyurethane weave will keep you nice and dry if those spring showers start to fall during your first walks of the season.
Why we’d order it
Great protection from wind and rain
Hand pockets with sealable snap buttons
Rated 4.4 out of 5 by users who bought it from Atmosphere
Helly Hansen Men's Moss Rain Jacket
Atmosphere
Similarly priced and designed, this Helly Hansen rain jacket for men will be a real asset for anyone surprised by a burst of rain while they’re out and about putting their winter cabin fever to bed.
Why we’d order it
Great protection from wind and rain
Hand pockets with sealable snap buttons
Rated 4.3 out of 5 by users who bought it from Atmosphere
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Columbia Men's Rebel Roamer Pants
Amazon.ca
With the rain comes the mud, particularly if you’ve opted for the trails rather than the sidewalk. Another easily solvable problem, thanks to this pair of rain pants for men, from Columbia, which are one of the most-reviewed, and best-reviewed, of their kind on Amazon.ca.
Why we’d order it:
Two side zippered security pockets and two back pockets
Nylon and elastane fabric improves comfort
Rated 4.3 out of 5 by Amazon.ca users, based on more than 2,700 reviews
Columbia Women's Storm Surge Pant
Amazon.ca
Another one from Columbia, this time for women, there are several versions available for purchase on Amazon.ca, and with a 100 per cent nylon shell, and 100 per cent polyester lining, they all look like they'll keep the rain off with aplomb.
Why we’d order it
Includes two side pockets
Adjustable waist and leg openings help keep out the rain, and the chill
Rated 4.2 out of 5, based on 450 ratings on Amazon.ca
Azarxis Hiking Gaiters
Amazon.ca
Aside from a sturdy pair of boots, many trail-lovers opt for a good pair of gaiters which, happily, add an extra layer of protection against any bugs hoping to hitch a ride. We were drawn to the Azarxis Hiking Gaiters ourselves, not least of which for their affordability and very high rating among Amazon.ca users.
Why we’d order it:
Waterproof material makes it useful for most outdoor activities, in any season
Made from durable thermoplastic Polyurethane
Rated 4.2 out of 5 by almost 1,500 Amazon reviewers
ZOMAKE Lightweight Packable Backpack
Amazon.ca
We’re talking short-haul spring walks or hikes here, rather than camping or gruelling cross-country jaunts, so if you’d like to take along some snacks or suchlike, a relatively light backpack will do, provided it’s water-resistant. For that, we liked this one, from ZOMAKE, the best – not least because it’s completely collapsible, making it a cinch for packing if you’re taking it on vacation.
Why we’d order it
Roomy and lightweight, only 0.6 pounds empty
Comes in 11 different colours
Rated 4.5 out of 5
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