Men's Windbreaker Jackets

Men's windbreaker jackets — light, breathable and water-repellent

The windbreaker is the most versatile jacket in your sports wardrobe: light, breathable and often packable, it blocks wind and drizzle without making you overheat. Ideal for running, hiking and the outdoors, find technical windbreakers at Soccer Sport Fitness from Brooks, Salomon, Columbia, Under Armour, 2XU and Puma.

On this page: What is a windbreaker · Running windbreakers · Outdoors and hiking · How to choose · Brands

What is a windbreaker?

An ultralight jacket built to block wind and drizzle while letting heat escape. Unlike a waterproof jacket, it prioritizes breathability and lightness: perfect for effort. A water-repellent (DWR) finish sheds light showers, and many models pack into their own pocket.

Running windbreakers

For running, look for a breathable windbreaker with ventilation zones (mesh back, underarms), fitted cuffs and reflective details for night visibility. Once you've warmed up, pack it away — without breaking your stride.

Outdoors and hiking

Hiking and outdoors, a windbreaker works as a light outer layer against wind at altitude and passing showers. Pair it with a base layer and a midlayer to match the weather.

How to choose a windbreaker

• Running: ultralight, breathable and packable, with reflective details.
• Steady rain: step up to a waterproof jacket — see our coats and jackets.
• Cold: layer the windbreaker over a midlayer, or choose a puffer.

Our brands

Brooks and Salomon for running and trail, Columbia for the outdoors, Under Armour and 2XU for performance.

Our expert advice

Our team runs in every kind of weather. The rule: a breathable windbreaker for wind and drizzle, a waterproof shell for real rain, and breathability above all so you don't sweat. Round out your kit with our running tops, our base layers and our socks.