10 Best Plus Size Rain Jackets for Women & Men | 2022 - Field Mag

A rain jacket is one of those highly versatile, universal pieces of gear that's essential for staying comfy and dry while exploring the wilderness—or just going about your daily life around town. Everyone needs a trusty rain jacket, regardless of location, size, experience—from first-time outdoorists to seasoned survival experts. Good news is, decent plus-size outdoor apparel is becoming easier to find as more core brands shift gears to become more inclusive, more diverse, and more accessible (as the outdoors should be).

Modern rain jackets, waterproof anorak jacket, and hooded raincoats are made of highly functional materials—we know you've heard of Gore-Tex—so that they can serve such a wide variety of people and activities. But for too long, the best performance-oriented rain jackets haven't done that.

Much like a trusty puffer jacket, hoodie, hiking pants and leggings, the best rain jackets, raincoats, and rain parkas should fit every body type, shape, and size. Top-shelf gear and outerwear shouldn't just be relegated to those who fit into the narrow size runs typically found on the market. Unfortunately, many outdoor brands only offer XL as their largest size, which ignores a large percentage of outdoorists who want and need technical layers for their adventures.

But plus size raincoats do exist. This list shows the ones that do offer inclusive sizes, but there's still a lot of room for improvement within the outdoor industry as a whole.

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What to Know Before Buying a Rain Jacket

Whatever size you're wearing, it can be a challenge to pick the right rain jacket in a sea of options. From ultralight to performance, everyday or sport-specific, there's a lot out there, but fear not. When it comes to deciphering a tag or product description, there are really just a few essential things to look out for when it comes to choosing the right rain jacket for you.