Is the Houdini a rain jacket?

No. It is a windbreaker with a water-repellent finish that sheds light rain. Steady rain will soak through, so carry a proper hardshell for wet days.

It has a slim, athletic cut. Most buyers stay with their usual size for running; size up if you want to layer a fleece underneath.

Does it pack into its own pocket?

Yes. It stuffs into the zippered chest pocket and clips to a harness or pack with a small loop.

It manages short, easy efforts but traps heat on hard climbs or fast runs. Open the front zip or use it mainly for wind and cool starts.

The Squamish has a bit more stretch and a trimmer hood, while the Houdini is lighter and simpler. Both are packable wind shells, not rain protection.

Just the jacket. It has a full front zip, an adjustable hood and a chest pocket that doubles as its stuff sack.

At River City Bicycles, for $77.00, 35% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

11 stores we checked sell it, including River City Bicycles, Poshmark, BobsSportsChalet.com, The Backpackers Shop, Coastal Urge.

$77.00at River City BicyclesChecked 4 h ago

35% under what the other stores charge

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