Women Outdoor Research Stratoburst Rain Hat

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Designed for foul-weather reliability, the Stratoburst finds that sweet spot between rugged protection and trail-ready packability.

Outdoor Research says: 

The Stratoburst Rain Hat is built with technical and breathable waterproof materials for wet, soggy days spent on the trails or in the alpine.

Built with bluesign® approved recycled polyester, the Stratoburst Rain Hat’s Ventia™ 2.5L fabric is waterproof with fully taped seams, designed to keep your head dry in the wettest conditions. This material features just the right amount of stretch for all-day comfort, and the adjustable back cinch keeps the hat in windy conditions. The floating foam-stiffened brim adds structure and won’t sink to the bottom of the river, and the hat packs down small for quick, easy storage.

Whether hiking through the rain forest, dodging finicky alpine weather, or casting a line at the lake on a soggy afternoon, the Stratoburst Rain Hat delivers breathable wet-weather performance and comfort.

Our Verdict

This rain hat quickly earned a place in my kit for damp hill days. Weighing just over 50 grams, it feels barely there but still delivers full coverage, thanks to a wide, structured brim that holds firm in blustery conditions. As someone who wears glasses, I appreciate how the brim keeps rain off my lenses without needing a hood—especially during light showers where a jacket would be overkill.

The waterproof fabric has easily handled steady drizzle and sharp downpours, and the fully taped seams have kept the interior bone dry. Despite the protection, it’s breathable enough to wear while on the move without stewing inside. The adjustable rear cinch gave it a secure, dialled-in fit, and it packs down to the size of a buff, making it a no-brainer to carry.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• Breathable
• Fully Seam Taped
• Lightweight
• Movement Mirroring Stretch
• Waterproof
• Windproof
• Adjustable Back Cinch
• Floating Foam-Stiffened Brim
• Packable

Specifications

• Small Weighs: 49g
• Medium Weighs: 52g
• Large Weighs: 58g
• XLarge Weighs: 62g

Material & Construction

• bluesign® approved Ventia™ 2.5L 100%
• Recycled Polyester 50D Mechanical Stretch Plain Weave

Help & advice:

• Recycled Content in Outdoor Gear
• The Bluesign System