Falke Packable Run Jacket review

Falke Packable Run Jacket review

Now and again a product comes along that changes our perception of the usefulness of a garment – and this women’s jacket from high-end German-brand Falke is just such an item.

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All too often run jackets leave us feeling like we’re wearing a sweaty, flappy, bin bag, but that’s not the case with this well-thought-out and feather-light (159g) example.

Both windproof and water-repellent, the jacket did an admirable job of keeping us warm on an evening run with a chilly wind and, in showers, the rain just bounces off it. The fit is excellent and its longer length means more of you stays dry.

Breathability is taken care of with technical fabric, mesh panels under the arms and a vented back, while the long front zip opens to reveal a mesh V-panel.

This is genius, as it means you can unzip and cool down without having the jacket flapping around you.

Verdict: Not cheap but fantastic for chilly or wet run sessions, 94%

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Helen Webster Editor, 220 Triathlon

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Helen has been 220's Editor since July 2013, when she made the switch from marathons to multisport. She's usually found open-water swimming and has competed in several swimruns as well as the ÖtillÖ World Series. Helen is a qualified Level 2 Open-Water Swim Coach focusing on open-water confidence and runs regular workshops at the South West Maritime Academy near Bristol. She is also an RLSS UK Open Water Lifeguard trainer/assessor.