Many would say eVent is a better fabric than XCR - just as waterproof but much more breathable.

But for the uses stated here, I'm with the others: the GoLite, Patagonia, Montane, and similar waterproof-breathable jackets would be great.

I have a Patagonia Dragonfly anorak that packs down to the size of an apple and weighs only few ounces, and a Montane jacket made out of Pertex that is somewhat more waterproof. Both are excellent for wind and light precipitation (and much more comfortable than Goretex when I'm active).

I haul out the XCR or Paclite jackets for howling winter rain and snowstorms - otherwise the others are all I carry.