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Jackets For Athletes

Explore jackets for athletes with the quality and timeless style you expect from L.L.Bean. Compare sizing, fit and each jacket’s listed features to narrow the selection and find outerwear that matches your needs.

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Men's Bean Bright Multisport Jacket
L.L.Bean Men's Bean Bright Multisport Jacket
A yellow 50-denier polyester jacket with water-repellent protection, reflective accents, and breathable ventilation for active pursuits.
(269)
$110 $110
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What customers like:
Windproof and warm
Excellent visibility
Versatile use
Lightweight design
Comfortable fit
$110 $110
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Women's Bean Bright Multisport Jacket
L.L.Bean Women's Bean Bright Multisport Jacket
A yellow polyester multisport jacket with reflective accents, wind and moisture resistance, and breathable ventilation.
(247)
$110 $110
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What customers like:
Lightweight
Good size pockets
Versatile
Comfortable
Stylish appearance
$110 $110
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Women's Ridgeknit Full-Zip Jacket
L.L.Bean Women's Ridgeknit Full-Zip Jacket
A white polyester-blend jacket with four-way stretch, UPF 50+ protection, moisture wicking, and a tulip hem.
(0)
$99.95 $99.95
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$99.95 $99.95
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Men's Ridgeknit Full-Zip Jacket
L.L.Bean Men's Ridgeknit Full-Zip Jacket
A blue full-zip jacket in a polyester blend with moisture-wicking, four-way stretch and UPF 50+ protection.
(0)
$99.95 $99.95
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$99.95 $99.95
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Men's Bean Bright All Weather Jacket
L.L.Bean Men's Bean Bright All Weather Jacket
A multicolor recycled-polyester jacket with lightweight insulation, wind-resistant stretch, reflectivity, and a protective hood for adventures.
(0)
$170 $170
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$170 $170
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Men's Hunter's Pathfinder Softshell Jacket
L.L.Bean Men's Hunter's Pathfinder Softshell Jacket
A brown polyester-spandex softshell jacket with fleece lining, hood, and wind- and water-resistant protection.
(0)
$220 $220
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$220 $220
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Women's Bean Bright All Weather Jacket
L.L.Bean Women's Bean Bright All Weather Jacket
A multicolor 100% recycled-polyester jacket with ColdShield insulation, wind-and-water resistance, stretch, hood, and 360-degree reflectivity.
(0)
$170 $170
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$170 $170
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Women's Wind Challenger Stretch Down Jacket
L.L.Bean Women's Wind Challenger Stretch Down Jacket
A multicolor, windproof stretch-nylon down jacket with 650-fill water-repellent insulation, adjustable hood and underarm vents.
(0)
$370 $274.99
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$370 $274.99
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Men's Wind Challenger Stretch Down Jacket
L.L.Bean Men's Wind Challenger Stretch Down Jacket
A black, windproof stretch-nylon jacket with 650-fill water-repellent down, helmet-compatible hood, and underarm vents.
(0)
$370 $370
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$370 $370
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Men's VentureTek Jacket
L.L.Bean Men's VentureTek Jacket
A blue polyester jacket with four-way stretch, UPF 50+ protection, water repellency, and quick-drying performance.
(0)
$120 $120
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$120 $120
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Men's Wildcat Waterproof Ski Jacket
L.L.Bean Men's Wildcat Waterproof Ski Jacket
A green, waterproof, windproof ski jacket with recycled insulation, breathable protection, and helmet-compatible hood.
(0)
$270 $270
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$270 $270
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Women's Wildcat Waterproof Ski Jacket
L.L.Bean Women's Wildcat Waterproof Ski Jacket
A blue, waterproof, windproof ski jacket with recycled polyester shell, PrimaLoft insulation, and helmet-compatible hood.
(0)
$270 $270
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$270 $270
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Men's Pathfinder GORE-TEX Shell Jacket
L.L.Bean Men's Pathfinder GORE-TEX Shell Jacket
A black, lightweight GORE-TEX shell with recycled polyester, waterproof-breathable protection, adjustable hood, and underarm vents.
(0)
$300 $300
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$300 $300
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Men's GORE-TEX Pro Patroller Jacket
L.L.Bean Men's GORE-TEX Pro Patroller Jacket
A black, PFAS-free GORE-TEX Pro shell with helmet-compatible hood and zippered pockets for extreme conditions.
(0)
$550 $550
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$550 $550
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Men's Bean's Utility Puffer Jacket
L.L.Bean Men's Bean's Utility Puffer Jacket
A brown, weather-resistant nylon puffer with 650-fill water-repellent down, windproof protection, and an insulated hood.
(0)
$250 $250
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$250 $250
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Men's Airlight Knit Full-Zip
L.L.Bean Men's Airlight Knit Full-Zip
A blue polyester jacket that wicks moisture, dries quickly, resists abrasion, and offers UPF 50+ protection.
(786)
$89.95 $89.95
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What customers like:
Good appearance
Fits well
Well-made
Shapely
Pretty color
$89.95 $89.95
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Women's Airlight Knit Full-Zip
L.L.Bean Women's Airlight Knit Full-Zip
A white polyester full-zip jacket with moisture-wicking, abrasion-resistant fabric, UPF 50+ protection and zippered pockets.
(0)
$89.95 $89.95
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$89.95 $89.95
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Women's Wildcat Waterproof Ski Jacket, Print
L.L.Bean Women's Wildcat Waterproof Ski Jacket, Print
A multicolor, waterproof, windproof ski jacket with recycled insulation, helmet-compatible hood and powder skirt for comfort.
(0)
$270 $134.99
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$270 $134.99
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Men's VentureStretch Ottoman Jacket, Full-Zip
L.L.Bean Men's VentureStretch Ottoman Jacket, Full-Zip
A blue recycled-polyester jacket with subtle stretch, moisture-wicking comfort, UPF 50+ protection, and zippered hand pockets.
(0)
$79.95 $67.99
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$79.95 $67.99
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Women's Airlight Snap Front Jacket
L.L.Bean Women's Airlight Snap Front Jacket
A green polyester-blend jacket offering lightweight warmth, moisture-wicking breathability, abrasion resistance, and UPF 50+ sun protection.
(0)
$89.95 $64.99
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$89.95 $64.99
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Women's GORE-TEX Pro Patroller Jacket
L.L.Bean Women's GORE-TEX Pro Patroller Jacket
A red waterproof nylon shell with GORE-TEX PRO fabric, helmet-compatible hood, taped seams, and underarm vents.
(0)
$550 $550
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$550 $550
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Men's Waterproof Ultralight Down Jacket
L.L.Bean Men's Waterproof Ultralight Down Jacket
A green, waterproof layer with 650-fill water-repellent down, recycled shell and underarm ventilation for lightweight warmth.
(604)
$330 $330
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What customers like:
Multiple pockets
Waterproofness
Lightweight
Warmth
Good fit
$330 $330
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Men's Wildcat 3-in-1 Jacket
L.L.Bean Men's Wildcat 3-in-1 Jacket
A blue synthetic 3-in-1 jacket with waterproof shell, insulated liner, adjustable hood, and pit-zip ventilation.
(0)
$300 $300
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$300 $300
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Men's Bean's Access Fleece Jacket, Full-Zip
L.L.Bean Men's Bean's Access Fleece Jacket, Full-Zip
A red, lightweight full-zip fleece jacket made from quick-drying recycled polyester, with raglan sleeves and pockets.
(0)
$69.95 $69.95
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$69.95 $69.95
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Jackets For Athletes

Jackets for athletes bring together an athletic point of view and the personal preferences that make a jacket feel like part of an established wardrobe. Athletes are not all looking for the same thing: one person favors a straightforward silhouette with few visual details, while another likes a more distinctive shape or a sport-inspired look. Some prefer a close-fitting outline; others gravitate toward a roomier appearance. Those differences matter just as much as the broad category name, because an athletic identity does not translate into a single style or size. A jacket can reflect someone’s connection to a team, a personal commitment to movement, or simply an appreciation for an uncomplicated athletic aesthetic. The appeal is personal rather than limited to a particular level of experience or achievement. Someone who has spent years participating in sports may have very specific preferences, while a person discovering a new activity may still be figuring out what feels most like them. Across those different starting points, a thoughtful choice begins with the individual rather than an assumption about what an athlete should wear. Color, proportions, and the overall amount of detail help distinguish one look from another without making the decision unnecessarily complicated. A familiar color can connect a jacket with clothing already in the closet, while a different shade can add variety without requiring a whole new wardrobe. Clean lines and restrained styling appeal to those who prefer their clothing to stay visually simple; more noticeable design details suit people who enjoy a stronger athletic expression. For shoppers interested in a more focused selection, Men's Athletic Jackets offers a related category to explore. The common thread is not a prescribed look, but the opportunity to find a jacket that reflects the person wearing it, with quality, versatility, and enduring style as useful points of reference.

Fit gives those style preferences a more concrete shape, and a size label is only one part of the picture. Two people with similar measurements may want very different proportions, particularly through the shoulders, sleeves, and body. Even the same person may prefer a different jacket shape depending on the clothing they already own and the look they have in mind. A favorite jacket provides a familiar reference: where its hem falls, how its sleeves sit, and whether its overall shape feels right are details that can make an unfamiliar size description easier to understand. Product measurements, size charts, and fit descriptions offer a more useful basis for comparison than the word “athletic” alone. That word describes the theme of the collection; it does not establish a universal cut or a particular set of features. A photograph contributes another kind of information, showing proportions and visual details that may be hard to picture from a description, though the written specifications remain important. Materials deserve the same individual attention. Fabric composition and construction belong to the details of each jacket rather than to assumptions about the category as a whole. Shoppers who have clear fabric preferences can use that information to distinguish between choices without relying on appearance or broad terminology. Care information adds another practical consideration, especially for households where clothing maintenance needs to fit into an already full schedule. The stated washing, drying, and other care requirements help clarify what owning a particular jacket involves. Durability, too, is best considered through the construction information and care directions provided for the individual jacket, not treated as a promise attached to every athletic style. Where a particular activity matters to the decision, the stated intended use is the relevant reference. Being grouped among jackets for athletes does not, by itself, establish suitability for every sport. These details give personal preference a solid foundation while leaving room for the simple appeal of a jacket that looks like something its owner would choose again.

The people shopping for athletic jackets are as varied as the reasons they are drawn to sports. They include longtime participants, newcomers, teammates, and family members who recognize how much an activity means to someone they love. There is no need for a competitive record or a crowded schedule of events to appreciate an athletic style. A person’s connection might be rooted in the friendships formed through a team, the satisfaction of learning something new, or years of showing up for an activity that remains meaningful. Those connections can make a jacket a thoughtful gift, particularly when the choice reflects the recipient’s established tastes rather than a guess about what athletes generally prefer. The most useful clues are often ordinary ones: the colors that appear repeatedly in their wardrobe, the jacket shape they reach for most often, or the way they consistently choose simple designs over more detailed ones. Knowing their usual size is helpful, but knowing how they like a jacket to fit adds another layer of consideration. A gift selected with those preferences in mind feels more personal than one chosen solely because it belongs to an athletic category. For a teammate marking a shared accomplishment, a family member celebrating someone’s commitment, or a friend acknowledging a meaningful milestone, the thought behind the choice can be as important as the occasion. The same attention applies when choosing for yourself. A jacket need not represent a new identity or an ambitious goal; it can simply reflect a style that already feels familiar. The details worth considering are the ones that matter in actual ownership: the proportions you like, the appearance you prefer, the materials described in the product information, and the care requirements you are prepared to follow. A clear sense of those priorities keeps the focus on the individual jacket rather than on sweeping promises about athletic clothing. In a collection defined by its connection to athletes, there is still room for many different preferences, backgrounds, and expressions of personal style. Finding the right match is ultimately about recognizing that individuality and choosing with it in mind.
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