The Ultralight Jacket by Orvis is a waterproof and breathable wading jacket designed for anglers seeking both technical protection and ease of use. It's ideal for those looking to invest in high-end gear capable of accompanying long sessions without compromising on comfort.
This jacket features a brand new membrane designed to provide three times more durable waterproofing than previous generations. This is a significant point for any angler who spends long hours exposed to the weather, sea spray, or water splashes on the riverbank: the protection lasts long-term, even after multiple sessions and washes, without losing efficiency over the seasons.
The 3-layer fabric composing this jacket provides robustness and breathability, two critical qualities to stay dry on the outside while wicking away sweat produced by effort. Its two-way stretch fundamentally changes the game in the field: casting, landing, overcoming obstacles or moving in fast water are all performed without feeling the slightest resistance from the garment, a comfort that's especially noticeable during the most active days.
The new water-repellent treatment applied to this jacket enhances how water beads and slides off the fabric, rather than gradually soaking in. This treatment also stands out for its increased durability, often a decisive point as it's usually the water-repellent effect that fades first on wading jackets, long before the membrane itself shows signs of weakness.
The YKK AquaGuard® zippers ensure enhanced waterproofing at the jacket's most vulnerable points. This technology, recognized in the outdoor technical clothing industry, prevents water from seeping through the zippers while maintaining smooth and reliable sliding, even after intensive use in wet conditions.
The jacket features a chest pocket handy for storing accessories you want to keep within immediate reach, such as pliers or a fly box. Two side pockets, each with an expandable mesh inner lining, complement this storage system, forming an additional inner pocket. This setup allows you to separate wet gear from dry gear, or simply to increase storage spaces without cluttering the outside of the jacket.
The neoprene wrist cuffs ensure a watertight seal around the arm, preventing water from creeping up the sleeve during intense fishing phases, especially when you need to dip your arm in the water to unhook a fish or retrieve a snagged lure.
The hood, equipped with a three-dimensional adjustable visor, allows precise protection adjustment according to weather conditions and the angler's shape. This fine tuning ensures a clear field of vision even with the hood up, a crucial detail when it's necessary to keep an eye on your line or surroundings while protecting yourself from rain or wind.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Orvis
- Model: Ultralight Jacket
- Membrane: 3x more durable waterproofing
- Fabric: 3-layer, 2-way stretch
- New generation water-repellent treatment
- Closures: YKK AquaGuard®
- Storage: 1 chest pocket, 2 side pockets with mesh lining
- Cuffs: Neoprene at the wrist
- Hood: 3D-adjustable visor
In summary, the Orvis Ultralight Jacket combines long-lasting waterproofing, breathability, freedom of movement, and smart storage, confidently facing all conditions encountered by the water in a format designed for lightness.
