The Brooks High Point Waterproof Jacket 2.0 is a lightweight shell for wet and windy trail runs, long outings and mandatory-kit situations. Brooks uses GO₂ Repel fabric with an 18k waterproof and 16k breathability rating, while back vents help release heat when effort rises. The semi-fitted cut leaves room to move without feeling excessively loose.
A flexible rear pleat is designed to expand over a hydration vest, which is useful when conditions change during an ultra or mountain run. The zippered chest pocket secures small essentials and doubles as a place to pack the jacket down. Brooks also highlights the jacket’s mobility and compactness, making it practical as an emergency layer carried in a running pack.
Waterproof ratings do not remove the need to manage heat and moisture inside a shell, especially in warm, humid weather. Fit should also be checked with the layers and vest you expect to wear. The saved US$215 price is Brooks’ regular US price checked on 18 October 2026. Product details are based on manufacturer information rather than hands-on testing.
