Sustainable lightweight performance

Here we have a sleek, minimalist hiking rain jacket made from 100% recycled fishing nets. As such, the Patagonia Slate Sky Jacket is the best blend of high performance, low weight, good value, and eco-friendly materials.

• Weight: 10.4 oz
• Price: $199
• Fabric: 3L H2N0 NetPlus 100% recycled nylon
• Pros: Eco-friendly. Good value. 3 layer performance. Lightweight.
• Cons: No pit zips. Not ultralight.

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Features

Three layer construction is simply superior 2L or 2.5L, and we’re thrilled to see that in the Slate Sky Jacket. 3L has a more pleasant, less plastic-y hand feel, reduces the perception of clamminess, prolongs the life of the jacket, and helps to wick sweat.

Slate Sky isn’t just made of 100% recycled nylon, it’s made of 100% recycled nylon derived exclusively from fishing nets, so it’s working extra hard to save the earth. Just using plain old recycled nylon isn’t good enough to compete with Pataognia!

Physical jacket features include two zippered hand pockets, waterproof front zipper with storm flap, and an adjustable hem, and an adjustable hood with stiffened visor.

Verdict

Patagonia Slate Sky Jacket is a high performance eco-friendly design that justifies a slot in your backpack regardless of if you prioritizing sustainable design. But if you are, it easily outcompetes the rest and delivers an excellent all-around lightweight rain jacket at a good price.

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