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Outdoor Research Paladin Jacket - Men's
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Outdoor Research Paladin Jacket - Men's

Item # ODR0730

With its lightweight construction and waterproof breathable Pertex Shield 3L fabric, the Outdoor Research Paladin Jacket sheds storms to keep you dry during high-alpine mountaineering adventures.

  • Pertex Shield 3L waterproof breathable fabric protects you from rugged alpine conditions
  • Fully taped seams mean rain or melting snow won't roll down the fabric and sneak in through the joints
  • Water-resistant front zipper blocks rain and melting snow
  • Oversized front hand pockets unzip to aid ventilation
  • Helmet-compatible storm hood protects your neck, head, and face when the weather turns brutal
  • Trim fit designed to reduce bulk and provide an athletic feel

Bottom Line:

High tech protection in a lightweight package.

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Rating for this product: 5
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Bomber, lightweight, dry

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February 28, 2011

What more could you want? I have been hammering this coat for awhile, it is standing up to the test of time for sure. I like the pertex fabric, you don't always need goretex that is for sure. Great fit, awesome zipper locations and the right mix of features and light weight that you will always use it and never wish for something more/different. Plus the avocado color is AWESOME!!!!

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November 1, 2011

since these are trim fit, did you order a size up for layering?

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If I'm 6'1 and about 215 lbs, what size do you think

If I'm 6'1 and about 215 lbs, what size do you think I would need? I'm wishy-washy about a L or an XL b/c you'd probably think i would need maybe the XL but I got an Outdoor research sequence tee recently in an XL but the thing swallows me. thanks for any input

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June 22, 2012

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OR's shells runs large! I'm 6'2" 190lbs and I have plenty of room for layers under mine, the Medium fits around the body but not in arm length.

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June 25, 2012

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Rating for this product: 5

Good trim fit

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October 8, 2012

I'm 6'5", 200 lbs, 42XL suit, 35 waist pant, 16 1/2 36-37 dress shirt. The OR Paladin (XL) fits really well. It's an athletic fit and, although the sleeves could be a tiny bit longer, is good enough.

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Does anyone know how compressible this jacket is? Especially

Does anyone know how compressible this jacket is? Especially compared to the Patagonia Rain Shadow... Cheers

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May 7, 2012

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Its a single layer and only weighs 500g I would imagine It is very compressable
I have a similar jacket and it easily goes to about the size of a Nalgene bottle

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May 9, 2012

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cant say who has more style

cant say who has more style

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June 24, 2012

Incredible jacket, I used it for more than a week while working in a paramo in Colombia and even though it rained for almost all the time I spent there, i was always dry inside my paladin jacket and incredibly, even through many hours of hard walking, it always kept me fresh, loved its breathability.

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Rating for this product: 5
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Streamlined performance

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January 26, 2012

I bought my Paladin to replace my Lockoff Jacket from The North Face, as I wanted something equally streamlined and lightweight with a trim fit. I originally wished the Paladin used GORE-TEX, but so far the Pertex has performed equally well. I've taken my Paladin on Cascades and Olympics backpacking trips -- summer and winter -- where its light weight and packability make it an obvious choice. I also wear it around Seattle on wet days. The trim fit is exactly what I was after, and I LOVE that the pockets double as vents - can you get more minimal than that? So far, so great.

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August 13, 2012

Great Review! Which GORE-TEX fabric would you compare the Pertex to? PacLite or ProShell?

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Also, what about durability with this Pertex compared to Gore-tex?

Also, what about durability with this Pertex compared to Gore-tex? I know you mentioned it was good but the Pertex I've seen is really thin. You feel this is just as waterproof as gore-tex? Thanks.

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November 4, 2011

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Not wanting a purely rain jacket, but a tough shell. I am comparing this to the NF point five. I know they are different and the point five is more expensive. I just received my Paladin in blue and the material is pretty thin and feels like a NF Hyvent rain jacket I have. The material is stiff like the Hyvent also and would like to compare it to a Gore-tex 3 layer as I have never had one.

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November 8, 2011

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The durability of the fabric depends on it's weight. This is a 30 denier nylon, so it's quite lightweight but still should hold up well. Any waterproof textile will be waterproof, and will stay that way for a long time. Gore-Tex and Pertex Shield DS are almost exactly the same thing, although for a rain jacket, I would go with something air permeable, which makes it a lot more breathable. Instead of Gore-Tex or Shield, check out something with eVent, or perhaps Stoic's Vaporshell jacket.

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Rating for this product: 5

Diverse jacket/great price

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August 19, 2012

I haven't found a jacket as diverse as the Paladin for such a good price. Take it skiing on the wet days and stay dry, or kayak with it on the ocean. A lightweight and durable jacket that is easy to move in. Great fit and color choices. A great purchase with no regrets! Hood fits nicely over a ski helmet, and no issues with keeping dry on a rainy day! Pit zips would be nice addition, but side pockets provide adequate ventilation! Great shell to wear over only base and mid layers on a warmer day, or over a down or fleece layer.

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Rating for this product: 5

Incredible jacket

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June 24, 2012

Incredible jacket, I used it for more than a week while working in a paramo in Colombia and even though it rained for almost all the time I spent there, i was always dry inside my paladin jacket and incredibly, even through many hours of hard walking, it always kept me fresh, loved its breathability.

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Rating for this product: 5

XL a good fit

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June 11, 2012

I'm 6'5" 210lbs with broad shoulders. I ordered the Large but it was too snug in the armpits(with just a single layer under it) and the sleeves were about 1" too short. Not very comfortable. I exchanged it for the XL and the fit is great. Closer to a slim fit vs baggy and I have room for a few layers without restriction and the arms are 1" longer than the XL(verified with Outdoor Reserach customer service). Looking forward to putting some miles on this jacket. The avacado color is pretty sweet too.

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Change me.

Tech Specs:

Material:
[membrane/laminate] polyurethane film; [shell] 30D Petex Shield 
Insulation:
, none 
Fabric Waterproof Rating:
not specified 
Fabric Breathability Rating:
not specified 
Fit:
trim 
Center Back Length:
79 cm 
Length:
waist 
Venting:
chest pocket vents 
Powder Skirt:
no 
Pockets:
(external) 2 hand, (internal) 1 media 
Seams:
fully taped 
Wrist Gaiters:
no 
Hood:
yes, full-time 
Weight:
(large) 550 g 
Recommended Use:
mountaineering, 3-season alpine expeditions 
Manufacturer Warranty:
lifetime