Patagonia Alpine Wind Jacket - Men's - 2009 BCS

I am loving this jacket right now. Its the time of year where your softshell (BC welder) is too much, your fleece is too hot (Patagonia LW R4) and a short sleeve just isnt enough. That is where this jacket shines. Super light and comfortable and enough insulation to keep me warm on those high 40s to low 50s days. Im 6'1 185 and the medium fits awesome for an athletic fit. I would like maybe another inch in the torso, but its not enough to take away from the overall quality of this jacket. Buy it.

You won't find a more versatile jacket. It's warm but not too hot, it breathes well and is water resistant. I use it on my bike commute and absolutely love it. It's light so I can take everywhere. All in all very happy with the purchase.

This is an amazing jacket that seems to be able to handle almost anything. I have a size medium in blue and I am 5'10'' 150lb. The sleeves are baggy enough for more bulkier layer but the torso length can be a little short if you have a longer torso.

I have used this jacket primarily to trail run and mountain biking, and I like the fact that it can stuff into its napoleon pocket so you can just throw it in your bag and forget about it till you need it. I would highly recommend this product given its price, plus you get a high quality piece of patagonia equipment.

I have spent more time in this jacket the past two months than any other piece of clothing I own. The Alpine Wind Jacket is the perfect spring and fall piece to always have with you. The exterior fabric is very soft, almost with a buttery feel to it. And the interior mesh lining is soft as well, offering a little bit of insulation, and a soft feel against your skin if worn over a t-shirt. It does well in light rain and protects really well against the wind. I've worn it as an every day jacket, hiking, biking, and ski touring as well. You won't be disappointed if you pick this jacket up.

Purchased this as a gift for boyfriend, so I relied on the size chart which is accurate. He's 6' and an athletic 185-190 lbs and the fit of the large was great, just as expected.

It's incredible how much protection this soft (nice to the touch!) and lightweight jacket provides! It seems like everything would go through it -- rain, wind, chill -- but it handles them quite well. He tested it in 34-degree weather with only a cotton long-sleeve shirt; it should be a bit warmer for only that sort of insulation, but it will work well with different layers -- either underneath or over -- to meet just about any condition within reason.

Additionally, it's so thin and lightweight that it can pack down to an incredibly small package. Will work well when we travel abroad during the spring and fall -- it could be crammed just about anywhere! ;-)

Overall, is a nice, thin option for weather in the Pacific Northwest!

Just purchased this jacket 30th of Sept. 2009 and returned 10th of Oct. 2009. It is a great jacket for windy and cold morning walking to work BUT... After not even 2 weeks using this jacket and carry a bag to work material just worn out at the stitches. I returned this jacket to the store and waiting for refund. However Patagonia recommend this jacket as a good windproof lightweight product bit apart of this the material is very week and no worth money I paid for.

Only 2 stars, however I found this jacket as a PERFECT purchased on the beginning.