A great ski jacket and outer layer for spring and fall. It fits better to form so if this is your main winter ski jacket, you may want to size up. It also makes a great outer layer for being out and about in town due to its sleeker cut and style, and nice bright color options. The jacket does not have a lot of flex in the arms with multiple layers underneath so it wears better with less. It does extremely well blocking the elements and with insulation. The collar is very comfortable in its cut and protects the face well. It's perhaps a bit too warm to tour with due to the polartec fleece lining but suits any other activity quite well or as your outer layer once you're ready to head back down the hill. I'm 5'7 and wear a medium.

I've always hated shells with hoods--I prefer to wear a rain hat or beanie, depending on the weather. The Rayzar's high collar really keeps the rain out without strangling me. I've worn this hiking-- it sheds water like a duck, it's lightweight and super-stretchy. I'm looking forward to wearing it snowshoeing this winter. The long sleeves and longer back length make me want to try it for winter biking as well.

The fit is good for me, I can easily wear a fleece underneath but it's fine over a light shirt for warmer weather too. It's got lots of room in the shoulders. Women with narrow shoulders and long waists may find it too boxy, but if you've got broad shoulders and a shorter waist this will probably fit you great.

A great detail for gals with long hair--the collar adjustment cord lock is under a little flap of fabric so it doesn't snag my ponytail!

Altogether a very high-quality jacket, well made and well designed. I hope to have many years of use out of it.

I bought this to replace my cloudveil serendipity jacket which was chewed (on wrist tabs and cordlocks) by the new dog we have. The newer serendipity jacket does not have the velcro cuff, which I prefer. The Rayzar is a bit more than I need (I like it for fly fishing, hiking, and everyday wear on cold days in south carolina), but I like it very much, it is more water resistent, and I look forward to a day when I can use if for skiing as well. I also like that the pockets are on the side (waist area) rather than on the chest (where they are on the serendipity). The only down side is the higher price. It is also a little tighter in the hip area than the Serendipity was...one important note: after I purchased the jacket I learned that Cloudveil does repairs, so I might pursue that for the old jacket, but plan to keep the new.

I love this Jacket. Very deceiving for its light weight. It is great for winter flyfishing as it is very warm with one mid weight layer or 2 lighter weight layers. Fits perfectly under my waders. Very comfortable with one mid weight layer 35 degrees and not too hot at 50 degrees. Perfect all weather ski jacket. Love the high neck to keep the wind out. Water beads up and rolls right off. Keeps the wind out and has great range of motion. I highly recommend the Rayzar jacket to anyone who loves winter sports!!