Very nice short that has held up quite well to substantial abuse. I like the fabric which is thin and dries quickly, with just a little stretch. Interesting cut without looking super technical. Only gripe is that the horizontal cut just below the belt line sometimes rides up a little bit, giving a mild skirt-like (or pleated short) appearance. Length is definitely not bermuda short length, but you won't look like a hiker from the mid-70s either (mine fall about an inch above the knee). All in all, a solid piece of gear at the BC.com price..... an epic steal at the SAC price.

Plenty of people have weighed in on just how ridiculously stupendous this jacket is.... especially at the SAC price. I'll refrain from joining the chorus, and just comment on size. I'm skinny with wide shoulders at 6'2" 190lbs and the Large is pretty tight (esp in the sleeves) with a base layer on and 100 weight polartec. You shouldn't need much more than that, but if you're any larger than I am or want some extra room to layer, you may want to step up to the XL.

Okay.... I'll join the chorus... the jacket is absurd. The construction, durability, breathability and cut are perfect. It's all wrapped in an understated look in true BC style, is purposeful and not slapped all over with zippers or logos.

I've used this bag every day to transport a 13" laptop, camp seat, and several books every day in the rainforest. It is as waterproof as advertised, and the construction is waaaaay trick (everything well taped, solid drain along back and shoulder pad). The interior pockets are nicely sized for 2 32-ounce water bottles, and the tinier pockets are adequate for separating your wallet from snacks, digi cam, etc. There is a zip pocket underneath the flap that is slim and likely intended for a few papers. The zipper here is waterproof and hasn't gotten any easier to close in 6 months, maybe the only chink in the armor.

The branding and the pull down stays for the flap are all reflective (visible and subtly trick). I haven't tried out SealLine's attachments for the outside (either side of the bag or on top of the shoulder strap), but they offer two or so small bags for a cell phone. With all the anchor points, you could probably squeeze in 6 of the said bags... but you'd probably look like a tool unless you're a profession photographer or something.

My fiance has the smaller size and it's adequate for her 15" laptop and some other stuff, but it's definitely tight. My cpu is swimming in the large.... my guess is that you could fit a midsize 3 year old in it. Definitely will cover up your entire back in true bike messenger bag fashion (not to be confused with hipster/undegrad messenger bag style).

Other than the price and the lack of a truly padded laptop area (and the fact that BC.com only carries the green now), I can't complain. Some of my classmates have NF or mtn hardwear competition, and I don't think they're even close.