Women Rab Womens Phantom 2.5L Jacket

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A featherweight shell built for speed and sudden weather shift.

Rab says: 

The Phantom Jacket is one of the lightest waterproof shells available, offering stashable, barely-there protection for ultra running, mountain races, and long-distance thru-hiking. Features have been stripped back to those you really need without compromising on utility, from the handy full-length zip to the ventilated roll-away hood. The jacket packs into its hood when rainclouds clear, creating a palm-size pack size that effortlessly stashes away into your backpack or running vest, ready for a sudden shower.

Our Verdict

At just 122g for a Medium, Rab’s Phantom 2.5l Jacket delivers impressive protection in a tiny package. The 7D Pertex Shield fabric is soft, quiet, and breathable enough for high-output days, while still offering solid waterproofing. My favourite feature is the self-stowing hood pocket — the jacket packs down incredibly small and neat, ideal for stashing in a vest or side pocket. The full-length front zip and rear-vented roll-away hood add practicality without bulk, and the fit allows for unrestricted movement without flapping around in the wind. Fantastic for fastpacking, ultralight hiking, or races.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• Roll away hood system offers versatility in varied conditions
• Rear venting hood to prevent wind billowing
• Deep venting, calendered YKK front zip for weather protection with internal waterproof zip guard
• Optimised elbow precurve for unrestricted movement whilst running
• Part elasticated hem for improved fit
• Reflective branding throughout

Specifications

• UK 8 weighs: 101g
• UK 10 weighs: 107g
• UK 12 weighs: 112g
• UK 14 weighs: 119g
• Fit: Slim
• Centre back length (Size 10): 68 cm/26.8 inch

Material & Construction

• 7D Pertex® Shield 2.5-Layer construction waterproof technology with fluorocarbon-free DWR (51gsm) HH: 20,000mm/MVTR: 20,000 g/m2/24hrs
• 100% Polyamide (Recycled) with Polyurethane membrane

Help & advice:

• Pertex Shield Technology Explained
• Time-Saver Guide to PFC Free
• About Rab
• Time-Saver Guide to Choosing a Waterproof Jacket
• What is Hydrostatic Head?
• MVTR and Breathability Explained