I prefer the slightly simpler and lighter Westcomb Phantom Jacket for extended backcountry trips and serious alpine endeavors, but this is my choice for day-slogs, riding lifts, or yo-yo skinning in the nasty. The Mirage really excels when covering big vert changes or on soupy days when temperatures can fluctuate back and forth between butt-cold and mild. It actually "BREATHES", contrary to the way this word has been marketed in the past with other fabrics. eVent has unlocked the secret of how to make shtuff that blocks the elements without having to wear the suffocating PU-membrane-garbage-bag-Tex of yesterday (finally), and in the Mirage, Westcomb worked it into a smart design. Nice.

Just picked this up and after trying it on and comparing it to Arcteryx jackets I was sold. Number one, I ride so I didn't want to look like a skier with a skin tight Arcteryx jacket. The construction is flawless with only the bare minimum of what you need so it is incredibly light which will be great for splitting. The cut is just sick too....I love how the back end is cut low which is great for snowboarders. The eVent is simply incredible too...I have Special Blend gore-tex pants and they are great but there really is no comparison. eVent is here to stay and I will not be spending any more money on gore-tex.

I love Westcomb, made in Canada, and eVent beats Gore-Tex hands down. You get a versatile big mountain coat with storm skirt (much better than Arcteryx storm skirt design) plus pit zips with eVent breathability. Fit is athletic but I would not call it Euro, I wear a Large and I am about 5-10 and wear 44R suit size. Nits would be that the storm skirt is not removable and like all Mirage Jackets, the curved front zipper is not for everyone but these are minor compared to the quality and performance that you get from this jacket. Get it if they have your size. If you want a "lite" version, get the Special Edition which drops the storm skirt, pit zips and arm pocket but to me, this is the value leader. One thing you should be prepared for is that once you go eVent, you will never go back to Gore-Tex.

this is the best jacket i have ever worn. It fits perfect almost like i had it tailored. the construction is unbelievable every inch of this jacket is impeccable. i'll grow tired of the jacket way before i will need to replace it.

Event is the best fabric i have come across, the jacket i got has pit-zips but i doubt i will have to use them very often.

the jacket is beautiful and eVent is the future, buy this jacket

This jacket breathes better than any other shell I've owned and is super waterproof. Perfect for backcountry tours.

Hands down, the best jacket on the market. I got a small (5'8", 165, wear a 38 in a suit jacket). Fits like a glove with none of the usual excess bulk associated with ski and snowboard jackets, it weighs almost nothing, and folds down to miniscule proportions in a backpack outer pocket for travel. Absolutely windproof and waterproof this bad boy is a solid performer in everything I have thrown at it so far. Pit zips are completely unnecessary as this jacket breathes like it has lungs. I layered this jacket with Patagonia Capilene 3 and a TNF TKA 100 1/4 zip shirt, and that was all that I needed to stay warm in sub zero conditions both on mountain and on urban hikes around Jackson last week. Got mad compliments from everybody that wasn't jealous, and I spread the word about eVent and Westcomb to anyone that was interested. The style is way cool enough to wear anywhere- athletic fit looks great as street clothes or shred clothes which expands the versatility of this as a multi season shell. See my pic in this comments list... My only issue is that the hood is too small to fit over a helmet- but I don't wear hoods over my helmet anyway so it's a non-issue. Smaller hood also means tighter fit over a beanie when I'm not wearing a helmet- further making it a non- issue. If you have the coin to drop, drop it on this jacket-you won't be disappointed.

First day i got it, had it out in the stands at a Stampeders game in the cold, driving rain and it kept me warm and dry. Breathes really well and has been great in variable conditions when the temperature is swinging 20 degrees in the span of a few minutes. Great jacket, best I've ever had.

Great jacket with all the features a versatile shell needs. The word is out and I am also a believer in eVent, it is much more breathable than Gore-tex. The fit is spot on and I like that the jacket doesn't come down too low. Only thing missing is the hood is not stow-able. The zipper is offset at the collar, an excellent addition showing the attention to detail.

This jacket is sick! I use it snowboarding, hiking in torrential downpours, around town when it is snowing, light rain, hot/cold, it doesn't matter this jacket is perfect. If you haven't checked out Event, go to their website and read up. The fabric is amazing and ten times better than Gore (proshell is most comparable). Seriously, i live in CO and if it is hot, it works, cold, works even better, wet/dry, snow or rain, this thing performs!

Just got this jacket and so far seems to deliver as everyone else has pointed out. Only real complaint i have is the height of the collar - i'd prefer it be a little higher to be able to hide behind on those really cold days.

Seems great so far. The XL fit me well...I'm 6'4" 235lbs, so not tiny. Breathes well, and the pitzips and powder skirt are both key. Pretty much all the bells and whistles you need for a hard-core skiing shell.

I bought this jacket (version without pit-zips) on sale for a little over $200... Best decision in buying a jacket I ever made. I just took it through the rough terrain of the Himilayas..no problem Then it was to the pouring rain and howling wind of the Patagonia, but I don't even think the inside of my jacket even knows what wind or rain is! It's been through hot and cold, but either way it performed professionally. You seriously don't need the pit-zips, which I was concerned about before getting the jacket...eVent is that good. The design, weight, looks, and performance are awesome, and even when I didn't think it could get any better, I noticed the washing instructions on the tag in my tent one evening, and it says to wash it frequently... Normally with previous coats I've had, I try not to wash it too often in fear of loosing the fabrics qualities to quickly. However, this jacket seems to be asking for the rain! If you find it on sale like I did, you'll have a perma-smile anytime you have to pull it out for the elements.

I have last years Mirage, and this years IMirage. They are two different styles, but the same jacket minus the ipod. I'm 5'10, 175lbs., and RIPPED! ;) Because my arms are too big, the Medium ('08) will only work for ranonee w/medium layers underneath. My last year's Mirage (size large) has the athletic fit, but fits for very cold days. So, that's the sizing. The jacket is amazing in water protection and ability to allow water out. I had owned Gortex, and will never go back. If you work and sweat while playing, this is the jacket. AGAIN, Event is way better than Gortex. It's the new kid on the block, and I believe it to be much better. I have own ARCTERYX, NorthFace, and Patagonia. My two WESTCOMB jackets cannot be replaced. I wish I had something bad too add, and would if I did. Cannot go wrong with WESTCOMB.