UPDATE: Rain coat -- Ordered, Received, Now Reviewed

This looks good, but the one I use from Eddie Bauer is longer-almost to my knees. It has lots of pockets & a hood that folds in to a collar. The outside pockets can zip closed and there are inside pockets, too. It travels with me every trip. In colder weather I just bring a sweater or lightweight puffer vest to add warmth & I always keep a knit cap and gloves in the pockets. I don't know what I'll do when it falls apart.

Thanks Laurie Beth. Can you share which model coat you have? I was also looking at their Rainfoil trench coat, but some of the reviews say it is rubbery feeling.

I think that will work for your trip(s). I don’t have a Lands End rain jacket — I have a light REI brand and a heavier LL Bean jacket. For summer, warmer weather, I pack the lighter REI jacket. What I don’t about it is the clammy feel when I wear short sleeves. If it’s just a drizzle, I’ll use an umbrella. But if the temp is warm and it’s really raining, I’ll want a jacket and an umbrella. You can always change clothes if you get really wet. For drizzle and showers, this jacket ought to work.

For cooler weather, low 50s and cooler, I really like my LL Bean jacket. It keeps me warm and dry, but it’s bulkier and heavier. Not good for summer travel.

Edited to add: I think I got the REI jacket for around $50 on sale last winter.

It;s so old I couldn't read the model number, but this one on clearance that they call a trench coat is very similar.
https://www.eddiebauer.com/p/20612683/womens-girl-on-the-go%26reg%3B-trench-coat?sp=1&color=Grape&size=M&sizeType=Petite&ch=pla&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=tin_eb_shp_ggl_cvr_dr_b_pla_usa_bau_gen_unisex_na&utm_id=20462852104&utm_content=167662162520-shp_b_us_tops_adgroup&utm_term=0067344344000050&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=tin_eb_shp_ggl_cvr_dr_b_pla_usa_bau_gen_unisex_na&utm_id=20462852104&utm_content=167662162520-shp_b_us_tops_adgroup&utm_term=0067344344000050&gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIkZTqhKKJiQMV5l3_AR3YDTJvEAQYBCABEgI_vfD_BwE

https://www.rei.com/product/227488/rei-co-op-rainier-long-line-rain-jacket-womens
On sale right now.

I also like my Patagonia Torrential but it’s not as long or on sale at the moment.

We've been very pleased with rain coats we got from LL Bean, but can't read the model number. Two things to consider: get a 3/4 length (or at least mid thigh), and get a hood. Most hooded rain coats have a tendency to flop into one's eyes and obstruct one's vison. Take a baseball type cap with a long brim and wear it under the hood. The hood protects the cap from the rain, and the brim keeps it our of your eyes.

Hi — I bought that raincoat on sale a few weeks ago, and like it. It’s definitely lightweight — it isn’t especially warm by itself, but I sized up to allow for layering, and it has been comfortably warm with a sweater or a puffer vest underneath on chilly mornings here in Portland. (low to mid 50’s.). Nice style, and it kept me dry on rainy days. Am planning to take it with me when I head to Amsterdam in the coming week. I’ve owned several Lands End jackets over the years, and all have held up well. I think this could be a good choice for the kind of weather you may have on your trip next year.

But it looks like you have to sign up for email alerts to get the discounts.

Yes, but just unsubscribe once you get the discount code. I do that all the time.

I bought the Eddie Bauer women's "Rainfoil Utility Jacket" about a year ago. Unfortunately it looks like it is sold out on the Eddie Bauer site; maybe there might be one on Poshmark or elsewhere. It has worked great for me, at least in light to medium rain. I live in Tucson and of course like in the Phoenix area, it doesn't rain much, but I have tested it out in the Netherlands and in North Carolina and it worked well. For reference, Eddie Bauer has four different levels of waterproofing. This particular one is "StormRepel DWR Plus moisture-shedding finish", which is about mid level. It also works nicely as a windbreaker without being too hot.

Sorry, can't help you with Lands End raincoats.

My Amazon to the knee raincoat worked well on last UK jaunt. Also in my shower where I stood to test it out. Has a hood. I bought a man’s. No way to tell the difference as buttons covered. I did so because of the interior pockets and looser fit. Uncertain they sell it anymore. Lightweight and comfortable for layering.

I got lucky. Went to outlet mall. Found a packable, Columbia men’s rain coat on sale for $30. Years ago, found another packable raincoat for about $55 online. Both work well. I am a woman, but like men’s coats. The coats are not “fitted,” so more room for layering underneath. I like layering for travel during cooler times.

Go to Sierra Trading Post.com.
Cheap prices. Some packable rain jacket choices under both men and women. Eddie Bauer ones looked promising as well as an avalanche Shirley jacket. (love that name - yikes!). Worth checking out. Under $50.

I have that model from about 4 years ago, but it looks pretty much the same. I just got back from a trip, and the raincoat was fine for constant light rain, but does not hold up under a steady stream. Not talking about a storm or a downpour, but the 1 inch in 24 hours type of rain. It would do okay if you are using it in an urban setting, if you just need to keep dry when you're walking a couple of blocks, but not if you are planning to be half an hour or more out in the elements.
I'm disappointed because I got the LE style specifically because it was packable and didn't have a coating (I've had bad luck with coatings peeling off after five or so years).

I have this Eddie Bauer Rainfoil Jacket in 2 colors: green and purple (oops. Deep Eggplant). I love that they are packable. But at 5'8" they don't totally cover my butt when I sit down.

On my last trip to Ireland and Wales, even though it was in July/August, I knew it would be rainy, windy and cold, especially in Ireland, just like it was on my previous trip to the UK in June, especially in Scotland.

So I got the same Girl on the Go Trench mentioned above in dark blue (oops, Twilight). I had one of these before in Slate for the Scotland trip, but after losing quite a bit of weight, I had to size down. The new one worked great for all my requirements, but isn't packable like the other two.

I have all 3 of these rain jackets in size XL to allow for layering. They're all on sale right now at a very good price for their practicality and quality.

If you're in the LLBean club their men's packable waterproof windbreaker is actually cheaper this weekend than the Eddie Bauer version:

https://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/124308?page=mens-waterproof-windbreaker-jacket&bc=516567-593-506675&feat=506675-GN3&csp=f&attrValue_0=28428&gnrefine=1*FTRS*Packable&pos=1

Thanks everyone! Today’s project is to review all your great suggestions and order a rain coat while it’s still on sale.
For those who order up a size to accommodate layering, do you find your coat to be too large when wearing a thin shirt?

I'm a bit late replying, but I have the Lands End rain jacket and I love it. I took it to England and France last year in the chilly Spring and wore it over a light fleece jacket on a biking tour of Versailles in the rain. Like some have mentioned, would it keep you 100% dry in a torrential downpour? Probably not. Does it work fine in a regular rain shower? Yes. I love the material (lightweight, not stiff or rubbery, no weird noises, doesn't make you feel like you are in a sauna) and the style. It looks good, covers your bum, has a cinch waist, gentle elastic on the cuffs, etc. I also love that it comes in some fun colors, because I get tired of the same old black and navy. The Lands End website has 50% off for everyone this weekend, you do not have to sign up for anything to get 50% off. At this price, you cannot go wrong buying this jacket, Even if you don't end up taking it to Europe, it is a great jacket to own. I also live in the desert so I have little use for an expensive heavy rain jacket. I just purchased another color of this jacket during this sale and look forward to taking it with me to the UK and Ireland next summer.

For those who order up a size to accommodate layering, do you find your coat to be too large when wearing a thin shirt?

No, not at all.

Slightly off topic: 10 years ago we took a trip the Wales and England. It rained every day of course which is why it's so green. I really didn't have a decent raincoat being from a drought stricken region. So we went to a Welsh camping store and bought one. It is a great length with a folding hood and is a beautiful blue color. I've traveled to many countries with it and its always kept me dry. It cost about 20 pounds.

Leslie,
That’s the best way to get a rain coat - a functional souvenir..

Leslie, on my first RS tour, South of Italy, it was cold and rainy. Even the locals were complaining.
Being a desert dweller, why would I think about a real rain coat. I packed a jacket and a sweater. Those little plastic throw away rain coats worked fine to muck stalls when it rained at home. Not so in Italy.
It took until Sorrento to find a decent rain poncho. I still have it and still take it on every trip. Bright red plaid that Little Red Riding Hood would be proud to wear. Problem is it’s not great in wind; front stays velcroed but the sides want to blow open even after sewing the seams to close (not enough obviously).
I agree with Sun-Baked, wear-able souvenirs are great, almost as good as Christmas ornaments.

horsewoofie--This is the ultimate poncho! We ended up buying these in Norway this summer. They don't fly around which I like, but they are also long enough to sit on etc. The pockets are great too, so I didn't need to even bring my small cross body purse. My daughter's raincoat that she brought was not waterproof, just resistant, and the rain was too much for it. She bought one, so I had to as well;) It is lined too, so plenty warm!

https://oslosweatershop.com/en/woman/1974-rain-poncho-blue-scandinavian-explorers-new-rain-poncho-in-an-oversized-fit-looks-great-on-everyone-regardless-of-body-type-it-c.html

So Horsewoofie, spill! Which coat did you wind up ordering?

Mardee, I ordered this Eddie Bauer Rainfoil coat https://www.eddiebauer.com/p/D5656852/women's-rainfoil(r)-trench-coat?sp=1&color=Midnight%20Navy
Long enough to cover my behind, plus the least negative reviews.
I’ll review after I receive it.

That midnight blue color looks really nice for a city coat. You can trust EB with things like rain coats. Because of my body shape - I would need to try it on first for fit.

Hope it is just what you need !

Ooh, I like that! Yes, please review when you can! Thanks!

I have a version of this EddieBauer raincoat from 2022. I love it. Looks great, and also worked fine on my Camino, if a bit heavy for that, but it was my choice. It looks nicer than a short packable coat, IMO. I feel better dressed in cities in it. It will pack up into its removable hood but not really small.

I ordered the men's jacket-length version on the 12th because of this thread and it still has not shipped. Grumble.

https://www.eddiebauer.com/p/D5151607/men's-packable-rainfoil(r)-waterproof-storm-rain-jacket?sp=1&color=Dk%20Marigold

I also intend to layer it over a heavy sweater or a puffy or a light sweater or whatever conditions call for.