So, for whatever its worth, I should qualify my report. First, I am extremely picky about softshell jackets. I live in Seattle, and tend to wear my softshell almost 300 days/year. I wear it around town, I wear it skiing, I wear it climbing, I wear it hiking... literally in all applications. As such, my needs are specific, in that it needs to be highly functional, and look good. The Marmot Sharp Pointe had been my soft shell of choice for the last 3 years. The reputation of that magical garment precedes it among many outdoor athletes. I bought the superhero, because I thought it would be nice to have the store away hood. I knew I had to give up the pit zips, which, I have to admit, I wish wasn't the case. I was worried that the collar would look funky because I wear this thing socially as often as technically.

I love the Super Hero. I'm 5'10", athletic build. 44 chest, 32 waist. I wear the medium. The collar is larger than you'll be used to, but I love the look of it. It gets a lot of compliments, too, so I'm not the only joker that thinks so. When you zip it up all the way, the larger collar gives awesome warmth and protection to the neck - better than any other softshell out there. This garment comes to you with my highest recommendation.

... this one is the best. I've owned soft shells from the other major brands. Love this one most. Wind proof. Says water resistant, but it has NEVER leaked on me, and I live in Seattle. I use it as my ski jacket over only one layer of long underwear. It is deceivingly warm if you're active, which I love. Plus, the styling is pretty fashionable. I wear it almost 300 days a year, from out on the town, to the office, to the mountain, to the ski slops, to camping... you name it. Pit zips, chest pocket on the inside, rather than out... They honestly couldn't have done it better. 5'10, 180lbs, athletic cut - Medium was perfect. Do yourself a favor if you're shopping for soft shells, and pull the trigger on this one. You won't regret it.