Kids' Waterproof Jackets

Children outgrow a jacket long before they wear out a good membrane, which changes the calculation entirely: abrasion resistance, easy closures, visibility and a hood a child can operate alone matter more than a prestigious laminate.

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What actually matters for children

A robust face fabric and taped seams beat a premium membrane the child will outgrow in a season.
Zips and hood adjusters a child can work unaided — a jacket that needs an adult stays open in the rain.
Hoods should be attached and adjustable, but any drawcord at the neck must use a safety break-away.
Extendable cuffs and generous sleeve length buy a second season without buying a jacket two sizes too big.
Reflective detail and bright colour matter more for children than for adults, particularly in winter commutes.