Marmot Leadville Softshell Jacket - Men's - 2008 BCS

had an older model and it's super high quality, comfy, and breathable, however...right at the very end of the zipper it would peel apart and it could get a little frustrating trying to zip it up...but that comes with wear...could happen to any other product too.

I use this when I run or when the wind really picks up. Very comfortable, windproof and breathable. Highly recommended

There are only two things keeping this jacket from a perfect 5 stars:
1. the lack of pitzips- the jacket gets incredibly warm fast while hiking and what not. Could REALLY use some pit zips

2. this is the FATAL flaw of this jacket. It would be the perfect blend of functionality and form IF ONLY IT HAD A HOOD. A hood is necessary to keep warm.

The headphone ported Napoleon pocket is $$$

I have never owned a soft shell before so I had no idea what to expect other than reviews I read. Once I got the jacket was amazed at just how much wind it blocks. the jacket is lighter than say the North Face Gravity or some of the others, but it is really resilient. I can easily wear it down to 40f with a base layer.

The fit is excellent. I am 6' @ 175lbs with a thin build and the large fits me great. Not too tight or too loose. The sleeve length is great as I have a hard time with sleeves being too short.

One thing to mention, be weary of the color listed. When I bought it I expected the color shown above under "Detail view" which is the same color listed on the Marmot site. The blue is not the same as pictured. On a side note, it is not the dull blue listed above under "more." The blue is actually a darker blue compared to "Detailed view" and really nice looking. It is a great color or I would have returned it.

Use: I wear this casually on most days, temps 25-70 degrees. Originally I bought it with the plan to make it more comfortable to bicycle to work in the cool early morning hours, and to wear in spring/fall. The windstopper seems to be in all the right places. In the others (side of torso, and inner-back of arms) it has outstanding breathability for a jacket with casual looks.

Care: Mine is black but I haven't had to wash it for the 6+ months I've had it. It doesn't smell (though I never use it for aerobic excercise), and whenever dirt or anything else gets on it, it usually brushes off immediately with a few hand swipes. Otherwise, a couple drops of water plus rubbing, and presto--good as new. Pet hair doesn't stick to it significantly either. If I picked up a white cat, it might take me a minute to brush off hair. So, this is a black jacket that is as carefree as I would imagine possible.

Fit: I am 6'2," 190 lbs, 32" waist and broad-shouldered for my weight. I have a hard time finding any close-fitting tops that are cut athletically enough. Not a problem with this jacket, but my waist could be a bit bigger and still fit fine. I think the LG fits me great, maybe a hair short, but I would expect that with my height. I could fit a t-shirt and sweater underneath, but not more than that. I can walk around with it fully unzipped and it hangs really well.

Looks & Feel: The collar doesn't get crumpled but isn't stiff or awkward looking either. I don't remember the zipper ever getting caught. Most of the surface feels like a cross between suede or neoprene, something like that, and has a matte-look. The inside of the jacket is pretty smooth so it is relatively easy to get on and off, but has a very low-pile soft inside that keeps your skin from losing heat directly to the shell no matter what you're wearing underneath. It is pretty plain looking in black, but you can see that in the photo and is what I wanted.

For what I use it for, I can't think of any way to improve it. A hood, more pockets, or better waterproofing would probably compromise some of what I like about it, or make it more expensive, or both.

Nice jacket, has an athletic fit that's true to size IMO. I'm 6'0", 165 lbs, ~41" chest and a size large, which I usually wear, is perfect on me. This is a lightweight jacket but it blocks the wind well for its weight. It's not as warm or heavy as something like the MH Windstopper Tech jacket but it works well in a layering system. The large one I have weighs 18.5 oz.

This jacket is IMO better suited for shorter aerobic activities, like going for a jog. It doesn't keep me warm when I stop, especially in below 40F weather. It's light, breezes well and beads up nicely in light rain. The fit is athletic, I'm 6' 200lbs and a size large fits me well with room for a microfleece underneath. The pockets are relatively roomy. Quality is good, it's well made. The materials feel and look nice. I got it on sale for $70, I do not think it's worth the full price, and I do not use it as a primary or everyday jacket. Hood and pitzips would have been nice.

This was my windproof layer on my summit of Mt. Whitney...no issues. It looks stylish so you can wear it around town (I do all the time) but definitely performs when the winds kick up. Is super-breathable too so you don't get clammy while hiking with a heavy pack. A little pricey, but worth it!

I bought this soft shell to wear under a Spyder ski shell on days where the temps are moderate (20-30 degrees) and it works great. For colder days, I use a thicker fleece jacket as my underlayer. I also use it for cross country and snowshoe trips as the outer layer and I love it for it's light weight warmth and breathability! Besides its technical aspects, it looks great!

I wanted a softshell for running in the fall/winter in the Wash DC area. After researching several jackets I thought that the Leadville would fit the bill. It's not bad, it's light, somewhat insulated and fits well. I got it mainly cause of the bright orange (which BC no longer has) so I would be more visible at night. I ran in it one evening when it was 50 degrees and windy. I overheated after about 2 miles (I usually do 5)and was getting clammy inside. I then ran in the low 40's in the rain. Although it did block out the wind and did a decent job or regulating my body temp it didn't do a great job of keeping me dry. It is only "water resistant" at best. It was only a drizzle and eventhough I wasn't soaked, water did leak in. Best for casual use and moderate activity. My search continues, yes I will be returning it.

This is my go to jacket for temperatures 30-65, depending on activity level + weather conditions. It fits like a glove, but is stretchy so its non-restricting. I am a trim/athletic 5-11, 165 + got a very form fitting S, but could have worn a M w/ some play in it (depending on your preference).It does an amazing job of keeping the wind out + pretty good in light rain. It doesn't retain heat + smell issues are much less of a problem than anticipated w/ it having a polyester shell. I can easily transition inside - out w/ this jacket on w/o taking it off or w/o looking like I just got off a mountain.

Finally, its comfort - Amazing. Its such a light fabric that feels good against the skin on the inside + out. The zippers all work great (neck protected too), the collar is a great size to retain heat, but not choke.

$150 may be a little steep, but if you catch it on sale like I did, go for it.

Subject line says it all. Pros: collar, length (I'm 6'3" & it hits just below waistline - I bought a L), sleeves, wrists (velcro AND elastic combo is perfect), material, athletic fit, venting core/side panels (not pit zips, just a breathable material). Cons: honestly nothing bad to say about it. After wearing this coat, all my other coats seam too baggy. The black is a little basic looking from the front view since there are no seams, but the back and sides are awesome with the slightly different shades of black under the arms. I'd buy a dark blue one in a heartbeat if they offered. It is a sharp looking, form fitting, well made coat that blocks wind, repels light rain, and is very comfortable. Simply put, a great, great softshell. And no I don't have any affiliation with marmot.

I'm 6 feet, 210 pounds so needed the xl so I can get a couple of layers under it. So far have used it for lift-service tele skiing down to 20 degrees.

This jacket is awesome. I'm 5'10" with slim/athletic build and medium size fits perfectly. The jacket has become my new all purpose jacket. I don't like baggy clothing and this has a slim fit but can still fit layers underneath - even a hooded sweatshirt. I haven't tried it in wet conditions yet.

This jacket has become my "default" grab-and-go jacket because of its versatility, comfort, and fit. The only thing I would change would be to make it more water resistant, but other than that, it's worth every cent.