Result Performance R96 Trekking and Training Top Waterproof Jacket for Men
Product Review & Walking Gear Test

R96 Trekking and Training Top Waterproof Jacket for Men Vital Statistics: Colours: Black, Navy/Black, Orange/Black Sizes: XS 34" S 38" M 41" L 44" XL 47" XXL 52" XXXL 56" SRP: £69.95

Features to Note:

• Taped seams
• Detachable fully adjustable fold away hood with tear release closing chin guard
• Fashionable shaped longer back panel
• Full front zip fastening
• Tear release and stud closing double storm flap
• 2 spacious zip closing side pockets & 1 spacious zip closing inside map pocket
• Zip through collar with adjustable shockcord adjuster
• Tear release closing adjustable cuffs
• Decorative reflective piping to chest and arms
• Zip opening underarm vents with mesh backing
• Embroidered logo to left arm cuff
• Rubber badge to upper back

In-use Test:

I've worn the Result Performance R96 Max Performance Trekking & Training Top as the outer shell in a layering system on a number of shorter, low-level walking trips during a UK Autumn. I've also tried it out on several mountain-bike trips. The weather conditions were generally mild with low wind and included short periods of quite heavy rain.

Materials: The jacket makes use of Results own breathable weatherproof technology. This is based on a tear/abrasion resistant outer which has a PU (polyurethane) coating plus polyester mesh lining.

The jacket is light weight and doesn't take up much room when packed down into a ruck sack.

I didn't think the breathability was that great - however there are underarm zips which provided some additional ventilation.

Fit: The overall size of the jacket was quite generous and it will fit quite comfortably over a fleece. (This is a shell with only minimal insulation on its own so in many situations will require a mid-layer of some type.)

The jacket has a detachable hood which is fastened via velcro strips. The hood was a little on the small size and did not have a volume adjuster.

Collar: The collar is a good size and can be zipped right up to produce a very nice cosy feel to the garment.

Pockets: Inside there are four pockets, one of which is large enough for a folded OS map and one which is designed for a mobile phone. Outside there are two side pockets - unfortunately both are positioned so they are inaccessible when wearing a belted backpack.

Zips: There's a robust, one-way zip with a good size toggle which was easy to open with gloved hands. I didn't detect any water leakage around the zip or any of the seams which are taped.

Buying Advice:

The Result Performance R96 Max Performance Trekking & Training Top did keep me dry through the shorter bursts of rain and the breathability was adequate for me during the lower level walks - but I found I got hot and sweaty during my mountain-bike trip.

However, it's a good jacket to have in your rucksack for use in lower energy activities during periods of light to moderate rain or short cloud-bursts.

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