Since I bought my first Columbia jacket in Atlantic City, decades ago, this outerwear has been the most reliable of all. And its new spring collection might be even more reliable. Omni-Tech Pro, the brand’s technology, has been upgraded to include premium waterproof material. (Not to get technical but it can resist 30,000 mm rain). It also avoids that crinkly feel of wearing a garbage bag. The athletic fit is comfortable and allows maximum ventilation, even down to the zippered underarms vents. This jacket’s savviness lies in its small details. A wire-brimmed mesh visor keeps its hood from fluttering, a push-and-release system to adjust its fit, a drop-tail bottom hem, for extra coverage. This lightweight jacket weighs only 15.1 ounces and is designed to withstand the elements.
