Customer Reviews L.L.Bean Trail Model Raincoat

I've had this coat for a year. I love the length, coverage, hood, and longer sleeve length for my long arms. It also keeps the rain from penetrating thru. The zipper has become difficult to line up at the bottom. *Sigh* Really? A $100+ coat that has zipper issues within a year? I also don't care for the velcro holding the zipper flap closed. Most of the time, it just gets caught on the mesh lining that you then have to rip apart. Snaps would have been much better.

I ordered up 2 sizes to accomodate a fleece underneath. Very tight thru the hips and the armholes are way too small.

Thinner than I expected. Have a hard time with the zipper. It fits well, but I was thinking of returning it. Not what I expected for the price. I will hang on to it as a secondary raincoat

I bought this raincoat to replace an LLBean Gortex raincoat that I purchased many years ago at a Bean's outlet store. The Pros: The material is lightweight, waterproof and windproof. You can easily wear it over layers. I like the pockets, especially the small upper pocket for my phone. The hood is adjustable, cinches well and can be "velcroid" into a "collar" when not in use. The jacket is packable and washable, although I did not try these features. The zipper is two-way. It comes in my size (petite). The Cons: My first impression was that the color was drab. Despite being a small petite size, the sleeves and hemline were at least an inch too long. It was not at all stylish and the fit was rather boxy. It could easily be unisex outerwear if it was shorter. In the end: I just didn't like this raincoat and ended up returning it. I bought the H2Off raincoat instead (which was more expensive unfortunately, but has style, comes in a more appealing shade of blue and I will enjoy wearing it).

I was really excited for this coat, but unfortunately when it arrived I realized the reviews about the arm were correctthe upper arm area is extremely tight! The arms seem a little backwards having the lower portion of the sleeve looser than the upper. I got this in 1x and it fits perfect everywhere (even wearing a layer underneath) except for the upper arm. I contacted customer service to get the size difference for the sleeves between 1x and 2x. They were very helpful and said "The armhole circumference of the 2X is 1" larger than the 1X, the upper arm (1" below the armhole) is 3/4" an inch larger and the elbow circumference is approximately 1/2" larger". I haven't placed another as I'm afraid the upper arm may still be too tight. I was shocked that the arm was tight as I've never had this issue before with jackets. Over than that the quality seemed nice and I liked the length of the jacket.

I loved everything about this rain coat --packability, length, comfort when I moved my arms--BUT you cannot wear both a ponytail and glasses and use the hood. It does not cover my face when I have a ponytail (which is all the time), and so rain splatters my glasses. What's the point of having it if I can't keep my glasses dry? A hood for women needs to be deep enough to accommodate both of those things simultaneously.

I had to return the coat because it was too small. Thank you.

Lightweight good longer length. My only complaint is length of sleeves! They are about 4" too long. Even if I try to roll it up they are way too long. I'm 5'7" and they are ridiculously too long. Hey Bean do something about this. I may return it.

I was looking for a lightweight water proof raincoat. This is NOT waterproof, water resistant, perhaps but after a 20-minute walk in light rain, I was completely damp underneath. Very disappointing. For the money, and the fact that it is advertised as waterproof. The fit is fine, but what's the point if it's not waterproof.

The fabric is so very thin that I feel like it will tear.

I love everything about this coat, except the lining flakes off after a few years. It is the perfect length, keeps you dry, great pockets and looks nice. BUT the white lining flakes off, starting at the seams after a few years of use. I will probably just keep buying new ones, but at this price, it should last longer.

Disappointed in the "fitted" style. No "relaxed fit" version like old style.

Love this coat but is too long on me. Needs to be 2 or 3 inches shorter to look right.

Not happy with this more fitted style, I was looking for a rain jacket that I could layer sweaters or a down vest underneath, depending on how cold it is. It is fine as a single layer rain jacket, but even going up a size did not work for my needs.

Cold bc no lining at all. Little tight through hip.

Ditch the velcro use snaps the rain coat other than the Velcro is acceptable a bit hard to zip up because of the Velcro but protects well from the rain

I love everything about this coat except one thing; the Velcro flap fasteners over the zippers and on the sleeves. I just returned from Ireland and the coat ruined two of my sweaters. When I was carrying the coat, the Velcro would attach to my sweaters and my leggings leaving pulling the material. I would return if I could.

I have only one complaint about the Trail Model Rain Coat for Women: the zipper is difficult to get seated so I can raise it and then difficult to unseat to lower it so the coat is completely open. It takes a bunch of jiggling and pushing and shoving until it's ready to go. Otherwise, the coat fits well, the Velcro tabs work well, the length of this petite coat is good for me (I'm 5'2"), and the hood is easy to slip on and off. So, the only complaint is that, for the price, the zipper should work more easily. I'm glad it's a two-way zipper; helpful when I want to open the lowest portion of the coat to step up onto a bus, sit down, access my pants pocket, etc.

Replaces similar model that wore out. Ordered same size but fit is not same-almost too tight but if I go up a size the arms will be way too long. Haven't decided if keeping

Always buy the size Womens L Reg when I purchase from LL Bean. The Trail Model Rain Coat seemed a bit snug in the hip area. I have purchased, over the years three or four raincoats from LL Bean. I wear them year-round and was concerned that some of my sweaters and sweatshirts would not fit into that coat. So, I bought a shorter model and love it. Shopping LL Bean is a joy.

Fit is smaller than when I last bought this rain coat. Needed to size up.

Too expensive

I wanted to like this coat, especially after trying so many raincoats. It does fit really well and is nice and lightweight, but the hood doesn't stay cinched on its own and will blow off in even a slight wind. I have to hold it closed (not always possible or practical on a dog walk where I need my hands). It's possible my head is too small? For that reason, I'll sadly be returning.

I wore this nice longer raincoat daily for two weeks in Scotland (it rained), and every time I went to zip it, I struggled. Mind you it worked, but not without effort. Exchanging and will see what happens. Too bad it's a great coat.

I had a light blue/aqua raincoat before which I liked. It wore out. Living in Florida I need one to carry with me. Sadly, navy is too hot and I like light colors. I was hoping to get a lighter color. Oh well, it will keep me dry.