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Frogg Toggs Women’s Ultra-Lite2 Rain Suit

Froggs Toggs, a well-known brand online because of its lower price. In the outdoor community, curiosity has led people, including Outoria, to test it’s rain gear.

The company has earned a coveted spot on our best list this year with their Ultra-Lite2 Rain Suit. This suit, comprising both waterproof pants and a jacket, stands out for the way the material feels somewhat papery and that it costs a fraction of what other options cost.

In this review, we’ll dive into the specifics of both the pants and the jacket – highlighting what we love and what to keep in mind.

Things we like:
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    Reliable waterproof gear
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    Packs down really small
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    Very lightweight and breathable
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    Includes a stash sack
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    The pants are particularly noteworthy for their comfort and waterproof capabilities
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Things we don't like:
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    No pockets or slits for pocket access in the pants
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    More prone to tears in rough conditions than more expensive otions
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    The pants have more value than the jacket for more frequent use
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    Hood is small
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Frogg Toggs Women’s Ultra-Lite2 Rain Suit

No Bells or Whistles. Just Protection

The pants in this rain suit, ideal for a variety of outdoor activities, are straightforward and functional with an elastic waistband and boot cut legs.

With sizes that reflect a more petite womens form, the fit is decent enough, except for the hood, which seems to be too small. It doesn’t provide any visor protection from heavier rain.

Frogg Toggs Women
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The Ultra-LIte2 is a rain suit that will provide a minimum amount of protection and nothing more. That’s why it’s best as an extra bit of rain gear, or something that gets tossed into a suitcase hoping not to use it, but happy to have it should it be required.

Ultra Lite2 Suit

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It’s a rain suit that lacks durability in harsh environments but makes up for it with rain protection.

While providing basic rain protection, the jacket falls short in terms of comfort and practicality, with an awkward hood and non-adjustable sleeves.

The sleeves have an elastic cuff, which does do well to keep rainwater from sliding down one’s arms. Equally, the waist elastic does the same with a decent enough fitting.

 

Quality

The suit, made with a specialized non-woven fabric, balances waterproofing with breathability. The seams are fully taped for enhanced water resistance.

Quality Suit
Drawstrings at the collar are a bit cheap--don't pull violently on them--but they work well enough to keep the hood on in windy conditions.

While the pants do fine in quality, the jacket, although made of the same material, does not seem to offer the same level of protection and comfort. The material seems papery, just like their other, budget gear.

Comfort

Surprisingly breathable, the pants maintain comfort even during physical activities, while the jacket’s design limits its comfort level. The lack of pockets in the pants is a minor inconvenience for casual use. Most leading rain pants will have at least one pocket somewhere.

Breathable Pants
There's a nice fit to the pants, including a tapered leg.

Performance

Ideal for light to moderate rain, the pants outshine the jacket in waterproofing efficiency. The suit is great for packing and taking along due to its lightweight design.

For walks and light hikes, the Ultra-Lite2 does just fine, but walking through brush might result in some rips in the material.

Ultra Lite Pants
The elastic waist on the rain pants are comfortable enough and hold up the pants even when bending over.

The pants will likely hold up fine, even with the friction typical of longer walks. The jacket seems less robust somehow

Price/Quality

For a fraction of the cost of premium brands, the Ultra-Lite2 Rain Suit offers excellent water protection and breathability, especially the pants. The Regatta-IT pants have a more typical, nylon feel to it and cost around $20, making it a good comparison.

The jacket, however, may not live up to the same expectations.

Ultra Lite2 Jacket
The zipper on the Ultra-Lite2 jacket should outlive the jacket itself. Meaning, it's pretty good.

Dressing and Saving for a Rainy Day

As a budget-friendly option, the Frogg Toggs Women’s Ultra-Lite2 Rain Suit is an appealing choice, particularly for its pants. The suit as a whole provides a budget value, but potential buyers should note the disparity in performance and comfort between the pants and the jacket.

 

You can find more reviews of waterproof jackets here:

Things we like:
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    Reliable waterproof gear
  • check-mark
    Packs down really small
  • check-mark
    Very lightweight and breathable
  • check-mark
    Includes a stash sack
  • check-mark
    The pants are particularly noteworthy for their comfort and waterproof capabilities
Click to see more
Things we don't like:
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    No pockets or slits for pocket access in the pants
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    More prone to tears in rough conditions than more expensive otions
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    The pants have more value than the jacket for more frequent use
  • check-mark
    Hood is small
Click to see more
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