Customer Reviews L.L.Bean Trail Model Raincoat

I have been looking for a light weight raincoat. I live in the south so never wear heavy garments. After reading all of the reviews, I decided to take a chance. As usual, the garments are not adequately large in the hips which is why I went up from my normal medium to a large. The hip just does work. All is OK except the sleeves. They are really long and must be rolled up. Additionally, the waist adjustment is 6" below my waist. Do not plan to cinch it up. Not sure why Bean feels that women do not have hips. Have returned many coats because of this problem. The coat is not attractive; however, I bought it for those 2 days a year when the rain is very heavy and I must go out in it.

This jacket is a nice shell to keep in your car or your carry-on. It's not fancy, but gets the job done. I wear it in the summer to walk in the rain. The hood is well designed and stays up in the wind. The sleeves are nice and long with adjustable wrists. I bought the medium so that I can layer underneath it during cooler weather. I'm giving it four stars because the zipper can be finicky.

I've had this raincoat for more than a year now; finding it comfortable and useful. When the weather isn't below 40 but is windy, I put a few layers on under my coat and have a great windbreaker without the bulk of a heavy outer coat. It's wonderful about shielding me from rain. Because I got the coat length, I rarely need to carry an umbrella The coat has some "breathe-ableness" that helps in the warm weather downpours. The one drawback is that I'm still learning to manage the zipper tabs; they are an important part of the coat.

My only quibble with this otherwise excellent raincoat is the velcro v. snaps. I would prefer snaps because the velcro wants to attach itself to anything it can! I bought big enough for sweaters underneath & I like the waist cinching feature. Brighter colors would be welcome.

This coat was a good fit, true to size. It felt great on, light weight and I loved the length. But, I returned it due to the velcro closures on the storm flap covering the zipper. The velcro was very stiff and strong and I have ruined too many clothes with velcro. If it had been snaps instead, I would have definitely kept it!

Very good quality and perfect fit. The zipper can be a bit fussy, but just requires a little patience. It's a great weight and definitely keeps me dry!

This was purchased to replace one of the same type that had worn out and was no longer waterproof. These coats are a good value but they don't last forever. I love the length, and the generous fit allows it to go over bulky sweaters which is needed in cooler rainy weather, as the coat is unlined. So you can wear it in three seasons if you dress appropriately underneath. The things I didn't like: as with my previous coat, the zipper is fussy at the bottom. It doesn't operate smoothly at the starting point. And I was very disappointed in the choice of colors - only dark colors were offered. I would much rather have a light/bright-colored raincoat for safety and visibility, or at least they could add some reflective accents to this coat.

When I saw this on line, I knew it was what I had been looking for a longer rain coat/jacket. I purchased two sizes, not being sure of the fit. I kept the larger one, as I thought the fit ran on the slimmer side and the sleeve needed more room. I'm sending the smaller one back and I'm still not sure about the sleeve on the larger one. I would have liked a wider choice of colors.

It did not say in the description, but in addition to the double zipper entry there is a velcro closure for when you don't want to zip it, which is nice. I bought this for travel so zippered pockets were a must and I like the access of the chest pocket. Also a must, was velcro at the wrist - however, they must think women's wrists are 10 inches around! You cannot get it truly snug around the wrist due to the velcro placement, which defeats the purpose of keeping rain out. And the arm sleeves are ridiculously long! Also, I ordered a large and would consider myself an average weight, although curvy, and the fit is snug - not enough to order an xlarge, but snug for what I would consider a large size. I will test out the waterproof part on our trip.

It met expectations, an excellent raincoat for summer and early Fall.

Purchased this for a trip across the pond to the UK in March. It folds up well, takes up little space, is light weight, doesn't wrinkle. The hood negated me having to carry an umbrella. It worked well for me.

I haven't bought it but I a looking for a coat like this but in a brighter color. You need to make us more visible in dark rainy weather! I think maybe some reflective material to make more visible. I also like snaps to easily close the coat without having to zip the coat. Thanks

Dressy enough to wear to church and sporty enough for other venues

This coat is definitely "slighty fitted". It's not as relaxed as the Trail Model Rain Coat that it replaced. Don't really understand the need for the drawstring waist. I'm still looking for a waterproof, breathable, packable coat that you could layer over 3 layers if you need to, like the old Trail Model Rain Coat.

I was looking for a lightweight water proof raincoat. This is NOT waterproof, water resistant, perhaps but after a 20-minute walk in light rain, I was completely damp underneath. Very disappointing. For the money, and the fact that it is advertised as waterproof. The fit is fine, but what's the point if it's not waterproof.

The fabric is so very thin that I feel like it will tear.

I love everything about this coat, except the lining flakes off after a few years. It is the perfect length, keeps you dry, great pockets and looks nice. BUT the white lining flakes off, starting at the seams after a few years of use. I will probably just keep buying new ones, but at this price, it should last longer.

Disappointed in the "fitted" style. No "relaxed fit" version like old style.

Love this coat but is too long on me. Needs to be 2 or 3 inches shorter to look right.

Not happy with this more fitted style, I was looking for a rain jacket that I could layer sweaters or a down vest underneath, depending on how cold it is. It is fine as a single layer rain jacket, but even going up a size did not work for my needs.

Cold bc no lining at all. Little tight through hip.

Ditch the velcro use snaps the rain coat other than the Velcro is acceptable a bit hard to zip up because of the Velcro but protects well from the rain

I have only one complaint about the Trail Model Rain Coat for Women: the zipper is difficult to get seated so I can raise it and then difficult to unseat to lower it so the coat is completely open. It takes a bunch of jiggling and pushing and shoving until it's ready to go. Otherwise, the coat fits well, the Velcro tabs work well, the length of this petite coat is good for me (I'm 5'2"), and the hood is easy to slip on and off. So, the only complaint is that, for the price, the zipper should work more easily. I'm glad it's a two-way zipper; helpful when I want to open the lowest portion of the coat to step up onto a bus, sit down, access my pants pocket, etc.

Replaces similar model that wore out. Ordered same size but fit is not same-almost too tight but if I go up a size the arms will be way too long. Haven't decided if keeping

Always buy the size Womens L Reg when I purchase from LL Bean. The Trail Model Rain Coat seemed a bit snug in the hip area. I have purchased, over the years three or four raincoats from LL Bean. I wear them year-round and was concerned that some of my sweaters and sweatshirts would not fit into that coat. So, I bought a shorter model and love it. Shopping LL Bean is a joy.