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Orage JP Auclair/Retallack Jacket - Men's - 2010 BCS
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Cutting lines through BC pine forests, JP Auclair and his Orage Retallack Co-Lab Jacket are all you see bobbing in and out of the exploding snow of his turns. The 3-Ply Gore-Tex Pro Shell fabric provides ultimate snow protection while JP laps pillowy lines. And with waterproof zippers and fully taped seams, he stays dry—even as he skis into a rain shower on the way back to the world-famous Canadian lodge.
- World-renowned Gore-Tex Pro Shell 3L fabric keeps you dry in brutal, high-alpine storms and allows evaporating sweat to pass through the waterproof breathable membrane
- Adjustable hood, removable powder skirt, and wrist gaiters seal out the deepest snow as you choke your way through life-changing turns
- Off-set front zipper reduces zipped-chin sores and pulled beard hair
- A fleece lining provides a bit of insulation for the summit chair
- A hydration pocket and tube port built into the jacket allow the contents of your hydration pack (not included) to stay liquid and accessible
- Underarm zip vents expel unwanted heat while you boot or skin up a woody ridge
- The silicon-coated shoulders won’t shred as you bushwhack to find the next stash
- Hide behind the fleece-lined collar when the wind blows the snowy trees clean
- The audio pocket, wrist pass pocket, and mesh goggle pocket (with chamois cloth) store your must-haves
Bottom Line: Supremo weather protection for any and all mountain conditions.
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My Perfect Jacket
By:
Ben Zonon
March 9, 2011
I've always been a fan of layering underneath a technical shell, so this jacket was absolutely perfect. The Gortex soft shell exterior is 100% waterproof, but also breathable. The best park is that the lining is fleeced unlike Gortex Pro shells so its much comfier. Hand gaiters with thumb holes, huge chest pockets, and a google cleaner are all super great to have. But the best thing about this jacket is the fit. I'm 5'11 and like my outerwear baggy so I got an XL. Even though it's pretty long (about mid-thigh) its slim so you don't like a huge tool in the backcountry with baggy stuff. Orage and JP have a real winner here...I got it in green with black orage pants...super clean combo
5'11", 175 lbs...L or XL? Or my personal preferenc
5'11", 175 lbs...L or XL? Or my personal preference.
By: wle4310093
December 17, 2010
I'm 5'11 and 160, got the XL and think it's perfect...I like it pretty darn baggy though. You could probably get away with either but if you want it a bit longer get the XL.
By: Ben Zonon
December 23, 2010
I'm the same size as you, I tried on a M with a hoodie on underneath and it seemed like a good fit, but I also don't like my stuff to be super baggy. I don't think I'd go any bigger than the L, even if you like it baggy.
By: Marky Mark
December 21, 2010
Goggle Pocket
By: Yung Lee
March 12, 2011
Contrary to the product description, this is the only internal pocket there is.
Adequate
By:
Yung Lee
March 13, 2011
The Orage JP Auclair is a pretty slick looking jacket with a good number of external of pockets that are strategically placed. I especially like the idea of the front right pocket (or trail map pocket) with velcro'd hood. Sometimes, you just want a storage place without the hassle of having to open up a zipper. This front pocket is made with an additional layer of the Gore-Tex soft shell, which is pretty cool. The fit is indeed regular; not too slim fitting or loose fitting. I'm 5'11, 175lbs, with 38.5" chest, and the medium fits me pretty comfortably without being too baggy. I have a little wider shoulder, so it's a little snug there, which accentuates the feeling of extra room around my waist (~31"). The fleece lining makes the jacket a bit thicker & heavier than a traditional technical shell. In the end, it gets the job done and you look pretty decent wearing it whether you're on or off the piste.
Now why only 3 stars then? Couple of reasons: A - several discrepancies from the product description - the shell is Gore-Tex soft, NOT Pro, the jacket does NOT have internal media pocket & the hydration pocket. B - The wrist gaiter is a pain in the butt if you have large hands (I wear size 10 Hestra's); the fabric that sits between the forefinger and thumb feels tight once you put on your gloves (so I just decide not to use the gaiter by not using the "thumb hole"). C - The aforementioned thickness and heaviness of the jacket (due to the fleece lining) engenders a noticeable difference in ease of arm movements compared to my Arc'teryx Sidewinder.
All the descriptions of this jacket say that it is gore-tex pro
All the descriptions of this jacket say that it is gore-tex pro shell, so I bought it thinking that was the case, when in actuality it is made from gore-tex soft shell. I was wondering if there is any info on this. Otherwise its a sick jacket.
By: Andrew Oakley
December 4, 2010
Gore-Tex Soft Shell (NOT Pro!!!)
By: Yung Lee
March 12, 2011
Contrary to the product description, shell is of Gore-Tex SOFT (not PRO).
Cool BUT...
By:
chr100343333
January 11, 2011
i bot this jacket from backcountry and recently received the package. i can't find a hydro pocket or tube port anywhere on this jacket. i also can't find an internal mp3 pocket (as advertised both here at backcountry and on the orage website). goggle pocket and wrist pocket exist as advertised as does the external loop for your radio. the jacket fits well, look awesome and is definitely comforatble/waterproof/breathable. but for this price, i would have expected it to actually contain the features it is advertised to enjoy.
5 Comments Last Comment: February 7, 2011 by: chr100343333
By: chr100343333
February 7, 2011
i should also note, that i did not get a free gift when i bought this defective jacket as is currently being offered.
By: chr100343333
February 7, 2011
Since Backcountry never replied, I took the matter to Orage directly. Below is their reply. Backcountry should consider revising the product description (and perhaps check them for validity in the future).
From Orage:
"We are sorry for the inconvenience this may have caused . In the original design of this jacket we had these 2 features, then when it was time to actually mass-produce this jacket the factory encountered some difficulties related to the manufacturing of these features. Therefore the production team decided to make slight modification to the design so they could produce the garment with the modifications. Unfortunately we didn't make the change on the advertisement of the jacket Catalogue, Hang tags and internet."
By: chr100343333
January 28, 2011
see is the hydration pocket??????????????
By: chr100343333
January 25, 2011
Not even backcountry will answer?
By: chr100343333
January 11, 2011
if anyone has the secret on where the hidden audio/hydro pockets are (including you backcountry!) this jacket gets 5 stars and becomes my favorite jacket of all time. no joke. i bought it with the gibson bib pants and the setup ALMOST rules....
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Orage JP Auclair/Retallack Co-Lab Jacket - Men's
Orage JP Auclair/Retallack Co-Lab Jacket - Men'sMy Perfect Jacket
I've always been a fan of layering underneath a technical shell, so this jacket was absolutely perfect. The Gortex soft shell exterior is 100% waterproof, more...
- Material:
- [shell] 3-ply Gore-Tex shell with DWR coating; [lining] fleece
- Fit:
- regular
- Venting:
- underarm zips
- Powder Skirt:
- yes, removable
- Pockets:
- 2 front, 2 chest, 1 sleeve, 1 internal media, 1 internal goggle
- Seams:
- fully taped
- Wrist Gaiters:
- yes
- Hood:
- yes, removable
- Liner-Compatible:
- no
- RECCO:
- no
- Recommended Use:
- skiing,backcountry touring, snowboarding
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime