Who knew I could like a rain jacket this much? I have one of these already and am shopping for another in a different color because I like it so much. Tried the Marmot Precip out of curiosity and it doesn't feel nearly as comfortable against my skin as The North Face Venture does. (It's a bit "stickier" while the Venture is smooth and cool and doesn't stick to your skin at all like rain jackets can and often do.) Someone complained about the cut/fit saying it was too baggy and I couldn't disagree more. This is cut perfectly and looks so great on, with just enough room at shoulders, hem/hips. (Marmot Precip is large in bust/shoulder area but skimpy at hip so it's snug when you zip it shut. *Not* good unless you are an "apple" body shape.) Besides all the other great features, pit zips, generous pockets, stows in left pocket, adjustable hood, hem and cuffs, the thing I like about this the most is how breathable the fabric is, how it feels light and cool on without that rain jacket sticky & stuffy feeling. My spring, summer, fall companion.

I got the medium size and it's a roomy tote with room for a lot more than the measurements would indicate. I got it in red/coral/pink and I love this color combination though it is no longer available. Very well made, strong fabric and washable (yeah!). Will be buying a size small as well in the future.

The Bali's are a comfortable flip flop alternative with just enough added protection at the toes for those days when you are off the paved sidewalk and likely to run into misc. items found in nature...sticks, rocks, shells, tree roots and stumps, toys (!) etc.. Love that you can throw these in the washing machine to clean. Easy to walk around in, never needed to break them in, no blisters or stiffness. I live in the part of the country where Keen's aren't all that popular yet so I'm still getting used to the big toe look, but their pluses have me won over.

This is a really comfortable jacket, stretchy fabric with a soft whisper of a fleece finish on inside. Length is great. I use it for sports and as a sweatshirt kind of jacket. Warm when it's cool but breathes so it's never hot. The only minor thing I'd change is the sleeves narrow near wrist/forearm and I'd prefer more room in that area. And maybe an mp3 player pocket as well. Nice hood, looks great on. One of the most comfortable The North Face jackets for both workout and to just hang out indoors our out.