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By Nosaj from Evansville,IN on 5/26/2008
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Chest Size:
Feels true to size
Pros:
Breathable, Lightweight, Nice catch all jacket
Best Uses:
Casual Wear, Hiking and Camping
Describe Yourself:
Avid Adventurer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: This is a great jacket to wear between seasons. Not to warm but not to light.
Warm, light weight and versatile jacket
By Pravo from MA on 4/18/2008
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Chest Size:
Feels true to size
Pros:
Breathable, Deep internal pockets, Drys quickly, Durable, Lightweight, Warm, Water Resistant
Best Uses:
Casual Wear, Climbing, Cooldamp weather, Hiking and Camping
Describe Yourself:
Avid Adventurer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
I was really surprised at how much I liked this jacket. It is extremely comfortable, midway weight between light wind shirt and heavy fleece or hard shell. Jacket moves well, seems resistant to stains and looks as good on the street as it is useful on the trail or in the mountains. I particularly like the two large internal pockets and the two well-designed cord adjustments at the hem which are reached from the inside and pull upwards, eliminating dangling cords that can be a problem climbing.
Knit cuffs keep out cold and snow, and hood works well in spite of no forward/back adjustment. I would prefer to be able to secure it when not in use, but it doesn't seem to be a problem. It makes a snug collar when down with cords pulled tight.
Pit zips and deep internal pockets should be included in nearly all recreational jackets in my view, and this has one but not the other. Still, you can't go wrong for the money. It really has a wide range of uses.
Medium weight soft shell - fits a niche
By Cracker's Boy from Atlanta, GA on 4/15/2008
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Chest Size:
Feels true to size
Pros:
Breathable, Waterproof
Best Uses:
Casual Wear, Hiking and Camping
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: I now have 3 different weights of soft-shell hoodies. This one fits nicely between my heavy, very warm Helly Hansen and my very light REI "windbreaker". Probably the only jacket I would carry if temperatures are expected to be between 40 and 60, with a possibility of wet weather.
very nice and practical jacket
By Urban from Switzerland-Europe on 4/12/2008
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Chest Size:
Feels true to size
Pros:
Breathable, Lightweight, Waterproof, Windproof
Best Uses:
Casual Wear, Hiking and Camping, Wet Weather
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: it is a very nice jacket and it is to use for many occasions.
By samwalker07 from Northwestern Pa. on 4/12/2008
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Chest Size:
Feels true to size
Pros:
Durable, Lightweight, Packable, Warm, Waterproof
Cons:
Not Enough Pockets or Features
Best Uses:
Casual Wear, Dayhiking, Hiking and Camping, Wet Weather
Describe Yourself:
Avid Adventurer
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Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: While I bought this jacket as an afterthought, it immediately became my favorite. A great fit with or without layering, and so comfortable I'm not aware I'm wearing it. For hiking, it's nearly silent and has yet to be torn by thick underbrush. The attached hood fits well and never interferes with a pack or hangs on branches or catches the wind. Large pockets inside and out are fine for lightweight stuff, but heavy bottles or cameras are awkward to carry. Breast pockets would be a nice addition, as well as pit zips for vents. This jacket packs easily to the size of a 2 litre bottle, and "stuffs" smaller. It also tends to stay wrinkle free. It can't replace my "deluge proof" Trask River jacket, but does very well in an occasional cloudburst or light drizzle. As an outer shell, with a layer or two, I can't imagine a situation for dayhiking that this jacket wouldn't do well. An excellent base for 3 season hikers. I wish I'd gotten a second for casual wear. Like all the Columbia apparel I own the quality is excellent, and the Sierra folks are great to deal with.
By cannondalerider from Pittsburgh, PA on 4/2/2008
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Chest Size:
Feels too small
Pros:
Breathable, Durable, Lightweight, Warm, Waterproof
Best Uses:
Casual Wear, Wet Weather
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: Nice spring coat, but fits snug. Size up one size for a better fit.
By matt from LA, CA on 3/26/2008
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Chest Size:
Feels too small
Pros:
Breathable, Durable, Lightweight, Waterproof
Cons:
Not Enough Pockets or Features
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend Comments: order this one size bigger than you normally wear. the length is VERY short. it'd be a good wind jacket to layer under for hiking/snowboarding/skiing if you get the right size.
Perfect Spring/Fall Jacket
By John from Cheyenne, WY on 3/25/2008
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Chest Size:
Feels true to size
Pros:
Durable, Lightweight, Warm, Waterproof
Best Uses:
Casual Wear, Wet Weather
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: This is a great jacket for Spring or Fall, when it's too warm for a winter jacket but too cold to go without. It's surprisingly warm for how thin it is and it's wind and water resistant. I couldn't be happier.
Great jacket. Lightweight and windproof
By leroy from East Tennessee on 3/18/2008
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Chest Size:
Feels true to size
Pros:
Breathable, Durable, Lightweight, Warm, Waterproof
Cons:
could use chest pocket
Best Uses:
Hiking and Camping, Wet Weather
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: Warm and dry for the blustery, wet days outside.
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