This jacket rocks my world. The fit is superb- long sleeves with a comfy thumb hole. When its a bit chilly- a hood to protect against the stiff breezes, yet it's light enough to barely know its there. This jacket doesn't waist any weight on extra pockets or random frills- it is a lean, mean, ski touring machine (especially when I wear it). I have yet to find a better jacket for the long up-hill battles on skis.

I wore this jacket in Angelfire, New Mexico skiing in January. I layered it over a Patagonia capilene long-sleeved shirt and the Mountain Hardwear Monkey man fleece and was the perfect temperature all day. The winds were brutal and I was never cold, never hot either. I haven't really worn it in other weather, but I'm sure I'll love it. The only thing is, I didn't like the Chica color. It is about like caution cone orange. That's my only complaint!

Love this jacket -- have worn it running a handful of times since I bought it -- once in the rain, once in the snow and several times in just plain cold. It definitely does the job -- wasn't cold at all, and even a little warm. The only think I don't like is the thumb loop -- it is nice to have when it is freezing, but sometimes I like to pull the sleeves up and can't because the loop and the wrists are too small. This is the jacket for you if you don't mind keeping the sleeves down all the time!

I absolutely love this jacket. Out skate skiing, it stood up against windy 15 (F) degree weather with the hood up and only a wool thermal layer underneath. Just as great in sunny, 34 degree weather on backcountry tours. Very light weight and windproof which makes it an easy choice when weight is a factor. The only down side is the thumb loops - they seem to be too bulky and don't fit well under gloves. I tuck it back into the sleeve instead and problem solved.

I'll admit, I was skeptical about this jacket, mainly because if seems like a lightweight shell, and I wasn't sure how it would do in cold weather activities. After using it in a variety of circumstances, I am now a believer. I have worn it x country skiing and snowshoeing in cold wind, with two other layers--the hood was great going into the wind. I was aware that there was "wind" happening, but was not bothered by it. When very cold, I wore a down vest over it for a dog walk. I've since worn it on all my outings in temps of 30s and 40s with a merino wool underlayer and a warm camisole and it's been great. My arms are kind of short, so the arms fit me just fine, and I like the thumbholes. I can see wearing it for cycling also. Nice piece of equipment!

My husband has 2 of these jackets and loves them. I ordered one and was disappointed in the fit, the arms were way too long and I had to send it back, maybe a small would've fit better than the medium?

Got this for commuting in the city on my bike in fall weather. Good fit for athletic types, water repellant, and definitely an effective shield from the wind.