Customer Reviews L.L.Bean Trail Model Rain Jacket

Just received this jacket so here are my 1st impressions. I love the feel of the jacket and the weight. So nice to have the velcro at the wrists to adjust the opening size. I normally don't like hoods but this being so lightweight I don't even know it's there which is good and a hood is nice to have on a rain jacket. I need something lightweight as I live in a mostly warm climate. I like that is has pockets including a breast pocket. Even though I'm petite only 5'2" I didn't order a petite. Where it falls on me is perfect for a rain jacket. A bit longer is better but its not too long, just right. I LOVE the Clover color. Such a pretty green. Now for the changes that would make it a 5 star jacket. It runs a bit small. It works but would like it to fit a bit looser. I actually can wear 2 different sizes based on the brand/cut of the top/jacket/coat and in this ordered the bigger size. Absolutely need a reversible zipper. I can't believe they did not do one. I'll probably just use the velcro to close the jacket as I know I will be very annoyed whenever I sit down with a closed zipper that does not reverse to give some leeway when sitting. I actually considered not ordering this jacket because it didn't have a reversible zipper but since it also has velcro I gave it a shot.

I bought this jacket to replace one I thought was the same jacket, which I had bought about 10 years ago, and in which the lining had peeled away around the neck. The old one was an XL, as is the new one, but the new one is cut smaller and just fits over shorts and a tee. I would need to reorder a 1X to be able to wear a sweater underneath. Also, the greenish color is kind of drab, unlike my old jacket. The new one is also about 8 inches shorter, so doesn't provide as much coverage from the rain. I am planning to return the new one and talk with customer service about ordering the longer version of the jacket, which has an elasticized or draw string waist, unlike my old one, which is straight. I'm disappointed and may try to nurse my old one along, despite the peeling lining. I'm glad I didn't toss it!

I got this to replace my Trail Model Rain jacket I bought in 2010, in Cobalt Blue - I loved that color!!! in Reg. Medium (they didn't come in petite in 2010). I got a Petite Large this time because people were saying it runs small and I'd say P-L is comparable to Reg Med. However, this jacket's body and sleeves are a bit long for me but I decided to keep it because I can wear a light sweater and feel comfy and I can just roll the sleeves up a bit and secure with the velcro. I love the Adobe orange altho' I would have preferred Cobalt Blue if it was available. Bring back the Cobalt Blue, please.

I usually have a hard time finding jackets that fit good because I have big hips/smaller waist so it limits me from wearing any jacket that is straight cut. My bust size is 36" but I ordered a size M to make sure I could zip it up over the hips. The jacket has shaping in the middle so there isn't bulk through the center. I got it in the nautical navy and it's a good neutral that goes with everything - looks flattering overall! The only thing I would remark on is that the sleeves were a little too long so this may be a problem for shorter women so stick to the petite size if you are on the fence.

If you are going to put a fleece under this raincoat you may have to order up to 2 sizes larger in order to have some arm movement. It is cut very tight. The feel of the coat is great and the color of the coat is great.

I ordered a size 2x which I usually wear. It was too small around the hips. The colors are not as vibrant as I would have liked. Quality is good and lightweight.

When I ordered this jacket, it was to replace the same model I bought two years ago that had begun to delaminate along the collar. The company said this was a known defect and that they would replace it. However, the new one, nice as it is, lacks the sewn in visor along the top edge of the hood that could be flipped back to keep the hood and rain out of my eyes. This is an unfortunate difference as I now have to hold the hood with one hand in the rain to keep it from falling over my eyes. Why remove such a useful feature?

My last rain jacket was bright pink, good visibility when dog walking. No bright colors offered now. I ordered large, after losing 20 lbs my xlg jacket was huge. The difference between large and xlg is dramatic. The length seems shorter and overall size runs small.

This lightweight raincoat is perfect in every way except the sleeves...they are so tight that I could only wear a thin short-sleeved tee underneath and I nearly froze to death! I should have heeded the other reviews saying the sleeves were too tight, but I really loved the look of this coat. You would think the designers would know that a woman who wears a 2X probably has fat arms! I'm going to keep it with the hope that I can lose enough weight for it to fit comfortably, but I must say I'm disappointed in the design. Great color though!

This jacket fits well. I'm very happy with the hood. Hoods on other jackets tend to cover too much of your face, so it's hard to see. This one does not do that. It's not very warm, so if it's a cold rain, you definitely want to have a warm shirt underneath it.

The jacket is a good fit. I have trouble with sleeve length in jackets, but the XS fits well for a petite size. The jacket is good for a layer underneath, make sure to take this into consideration when ordering a size. It is great for a waterproof layer, but it is very thin material. I would have liked a thin lining inside. Seems most jackets are no layer or heavier layer. Hope LLBean will consider adding to their line of waterproof jackets with hoods.

This is a lovely jacket but it is too tight in hips when worn over just a light shirt. There's no room to wiggle comfortably, which there should be for a jacket. I've worn the same size in my Bean jeans for 25 years so I'm blaming the jacket!

I loved my previous LLBean Trail Model rain jackets. The Small fit perfectly with room for a fleece underneath. BUT, the Small of this new version didn't even fit without a fleece underneath!... So, just know that you'll probably need a larger size than what you may have liked with the former version of this jacket. The Medium fits ok but even it could be a tad larger. I AM glad to see that LLBean has improved the lining--which was always the first thing to wear out and start peeling away, especially in the collar area... Here's hoping this one lasts longer than my last ones!

True to size, but to be honest it's way too pricey for what's it's made of. I was expecting a thicker material.

I live in a rainy coastal urban environment, and I wear this jacket in the pouring rain many times a year. It has consistently been wonderful. Totally waterproof, comfortable, reasonably attractive, functionally superb! Love the two-way zipper! However, When I ordered a replacement it arrived with a white logo on the chest (dark blue fabric), The logo stands out too much, so I very sadly returned it. Hoping there'll be a change in the near future.

Fit and fabric are very good. The quality of the zipper is not up to Bean standards.

With a sweater, the upper arms are too tight. I had to return it.

Jacket itself is made well and loved the color, but the sleeves for petite were WAY too long. Had to return

General construction quality and fit were OK but a little "down-market". The smooth plastic-y lining felt clammy, didn't breathe and the front over-flap was fastened with velcro on instead of snaps. My wife returned it in favor of a similar item with a soft mesh lining and snaps from another brand.

The fit was good. I was a little disappointed, I thought there was a lining inside. Haven't had a chance to wear it yet.

Actually 2nd jacket. 1 for every day. 1 for the camper.

The jacket has a nice fit with tapered waist and Velcro closures at the wrist and an ample hood. It's lightweight and packable, taking up little space in my suitcase. I bought it for traveling. Unfortunately it wasn't truly waterproof and I got damp in a light rain with windy conditions.

Would have 5 stars if the hood design wasn't changed. Had an older one and the hood had a small brim on the front. Otherwise the quality seems the same

I ordered it a size up. It still didn't fit larger arms. Which meant it probably wouldn't have done well with multiple layers.

Very flimsy rain jacket but it does the job. I was expecting a rain coat that was more comfortable but I guess this is how things are made these days.