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Wind River Jacket
$90.00
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SKU: wind-river-jacket
Overview
Built as a compact wind layer, this hooded jacket is designed to slot into a hunter’s layering system when conditions call for added protection without extra bulk. It packs into its own front pocket, making it easy to stow in a pack and keep close at hand when the wind picks up. Integrated bungee at the hood, cuffs, and back hem is intended to help the jacket move with the body, while the packed tab allows it to clip into compatible pack hooks. This is a windbreaker rather than a rain jacket, so it is best suited to dry, breezy conditions where a lightweight barrier matters.
Why Hunters Choose the Kifaru Intl
Lightweight Wind-blocking
Layer for layering setups
Packs Into
Integrated front pocket for compact
Hooded Design
Adds coverage when conditions change
Elasticized Hood,
Cuffs, and back hem support
Includes Tab
For securing the packed jacket
Key Features
- Hooded windbreaker designed as a final wind-blocking layer for layering systems.
- Made from 30d high tenacity ripstop nylon.
- Packs into an integrated front pocket for compact storage.
- Integrated tab secures the packed jacket to key hooks in compatible packs.
- Hood, cuffs, and back hem use integrated bungee for ergonomic movement.
- This is a wind breaker, not a rain jacket.
Best Used For
- Hunters needing a compact wind-blocking layer for changing conditions in the field
- Backpackers who want a jacket that packs into its own integrated pocket
- Layered systems users looking for a hooded outer piece with minimal bulk
- Outdoor users who need a lightweight shell for wind protection, not rain coverage
- Pack organization-focused hunters who want to secure the packed jacket to key hooks
Specifications
| Adjustable Back Hem | No |
|---|---|
| Adjustable Cuffs | No |
| Adjustable Hood | No |
| Attachment Compatibility | Any of the key hooks in our packs |
| Bungee At Back Hem | Yes |
| Bungee At Cuffs | Yes |
| Bungee At Hood | Yes |
| Hood | Yes |
| Integrated Attachment Tab | Yes |
| Integrated Pocket | Yes |
| Integrated Pocket Location | Front |
| Jacket Type | Wind breaker |
| Material | 30d High tenacity ripstop nylon |
| Notes | This is a wind breaker, not a rain jacket. |
| Packable | Yes |
| Waterproof | No |
| Windproof | Yes |
Pros
- Lightweight wind-blocking layer for layering setups
- Packs into an integrated front pocket for compact storage
- Hooded design adds coverage when conditions change
- Elasticized hood, cuffs, and back hem support easier movement
- Includes a tab for securing the packed jacket to pack hooks
- Clearly identified as a windbreaker, not a rain jacket
Considerations & Trade-offs
- This is a windbreaker, not a rain jacket, so it is not intended to serve as wet-weather protection.
- The jacket is designed as a final wind-blocking layer, so it works best as part of a layering system rather than as a standalone outer shell.
- Its packable design and integrated pocket are convenient, but the compact format suggests a focus on portability over heavier-duty coverage.
- The integrated bungee at the hood, cuffs, and back hem is meant to improve movement, but that closer fit may feel more specific than a looser jacket style.
Suggested Comparisons
- Lightweight wind shell
- Packable rain jacket
- Insulated hunting jacket
- Softshell jacket
Suggested Accessories
- Packable stuff sack
- Base layer
- Lightweight gloves
- Rain jacket
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Wind River Jacket a rain jacket or a wind layer?
It is a wind breaker, not a rain jacket. The product description says it is intended to add a final wind-blocking layer to a layering setup.
Does the jacket pack down for carry in a pack?
Yes. The Wind River Jacket packs into an integrated pocket on the front, and the packed jacket includes a tab to secure it to key hooks in the brand’s packs.
What kind of fabric is used in the Wind River Jacket?
The jacket is made from 30d High tenacity ripstop nylon, according to the product description.
Does the jacket have a hood?
Yes. The Wind River Jacket is a hooded jacket.
Are there any fit or movement features built in?
Yes. The hood, cuffs, and back hem have integrated bungie to help the garment move ergonomically with your body.