Patagonia Insulated Outskirts Jacket - Men's - 2010 BCS

I purched this for a trip to Whistler, BC and it was perfect. I skiped my mid layer and just wore the jacket. Temp was 22 to 30 degree's depending on where you were on the mountain and I was very, very comfortable. I am 5'11'' and about 187 lbs. I don't like tight coats. I had ordered a large, but returned it for an XL (don't normally wear a XL) and it was a much better fit, expecially with a mid layer. Would highly recommend, especially for colder skiing.

So I bought this jacket for myself after everyone sold out of the primo down. On the good side, the outskirts is warm, fits true to size, and looks nice in that understated Patagonia way. On the other hand, the zippers feel a little wimpy, the hand pockets aren't lined which makes them less useful than your pants pockets when walking around town, and the insulation doesn't go all the way down to the bottom of the jacket which can make for a cold midsection if the wind gets in. all in all I have been satisfied with the jacket so far, it has kept me warm at the mountain and walking to and from school in the cold Vermont winter.

I bought the insulated outskirt jacket when the primo down was not available in blue in my size. I had this out in some pretty cold temps in vail in january and it performed well. All in all it is fine piece of equipment. The shoulder zip pocket seems a little high up on the sleeve but that is a small thing. I am 5'10" and 195 lb and the large fits great. I had a couple layers on and a sweater and no problems with bulk or movement. Collar zips up high so there is almost no need for a neck gaiter. I think that this is the first time that I have paid list price for a jacket. it is expensive but it works well.

I got this for my dad this christmas and he absolutely loves it. The insulation in it is really nice where the jacket is surprisingly light weight but will keep you warm in any winter weather. On days where it is a little warmer just open up the vents and you are good to go. My dad is big on pockets and has been happy with all this jacket has given him in that area. It also looks even better in person. He is about 5'10" not sure on weight but normally wears a medium and that was the right size to go with in this jacket as well.