The North Face Resolve Jacket - Men's

The Waypoint would be better for year round use, especially if you have to deal with a winter season. Where as this one will be more of a 3 season jacket better for spring, summer and fall.

I would consider this a "Regular" fit, not "baggy" such as many Snowboard Jackets.

This will pretty much put you in the same boat as that LL. Bean Jacket. Hate to say it but you get what you pay for and for what you need you are going to have to spend a good deal more money to get something that waterproof.

This is a great jacket for tropical climates and heavy rain. You may also look at the venture jacket it is a little lighter and more packable.

not so much, missing a snow skirt and the fabric is not durable enough, not enough pockets and the two pockets it has are not handwarming, theres also no venting, elastic cuffs not velcro, also doesnt seem to have a drawcord on waist...so basically it is missing ALL the features that seperate snow jackets from rain jackets...and interestingly enough, thats excatly what it is; a rain jacket...it wont work great but is waterproof, if you absolutley HAVE to use it for boarding...but do some digging and you can find tons of snowboard jackets (on this site) for under 100 bucks

Mine has a drawcord on the waist, one at each side. This is a minimalist jacket, The fabric is the main feature. You'd probably want something with more pockets and warmer for your purposes. .

both are waterproof shells with no insulation, and have the same waterproofing rating...so they are essentially the same, but the venture is a little higher performing for activites like backpacking and hiking...but both are the same waterproofing and tempature-wise

Elastic

the resolve has a stowable hood and weights a bit more than both the Venture jacket and Venture Parka, with the Venture jacket being the lightest. according to the stats, they both have the same breathability and waterproofing. i believe the venture parka is a bit longer/bigger than the venture jacket. i would recommend getting the Venture jacket. its a solid, lightweight, all-around rain shell for a cheap price, especially right now since the discounted colors are priced at $59.37.

venture is made out of north faces most breathable "HyVent" fabric called HyVent DT

I would say get this one because it runs a bit bigger/looser than the Venture, so it will be easier to lay underneath.

I would suggest looking at the North Face Venture jacket. its lighter weight, has a fixed hood, and will pack easier than this jacket. and right now the discontinued colors are on sale for $59.37, so that is a really good deal for an effective rain shell.

The main difference is the resolve has a hanging mesh lining inside, while the Venture is 2.5 layer construction so it does not. The Venture is lighter and more packable, while the Resolve is a little heavier and one could say a little more heavy duty.

venture is made out of north faces most breathable "HyVent" fabric called HyVent DT

If the winter never gets cold, then yes. This jacket is a raincoat, no insulation at all.

Nope, just a rain shell.

This jacket is completely waterproof/breathable with a mesh lining that feels really nice against my skin. It lacks pit zips. I did a little research, and found a VERY similar jacket that's equipped with pit zips for you. "The North Face Venture Jacket" has pit zips and an upgraded nylon liner instead of mesh. Hope that helps! http://www.backcountry.com/store/TNF2826/The-North-Face-Venture-Jacket-Mens.html

no, it's just waterproof shell

no it don't

i'm 5'9'' and 177 pounds and i got a xl,well...a medium will work for you base in your needs....,hope it helps