Waterproof. This jacket is made with our Conduit SL Laminate and then welded together making it a fully waterproof jacket. That's right, all the baffles are welded making it a completely waterproof shell. The Conduit SL fabric gets a 20,000/25,000 waterproof and breathability rating... confirmed. This is one of the warmest jackets on the market and I think you would find it a very rare situation to be caught out in a downpour... but even if you were you would be DRY! Hope this info helps!

The jacket could zip into a shell if the shell has a double zipper track and if the zipper on the shell is of a similar size to the jacket. However, one issue that you might run into is the fact that the switch of the jacket would be zipped into the jacket as well... and I don't think you'd want to do that. The jacket works much better as a layering piece for this reason.

Not totally sure of your question... but, it is safe. The heating elements are situated in the middle of the upper back and on both sides of the front near the rib cage.

Jimmy C. Looks like the tech specs are wrong and the proper authorities have been notified. Good catch. If you are looking for a lightly insulated jacket with a hood... check out the Hooded Compressor (synthetic) or the Nitrous Hooded Jacket (down)
Thanks!

They weigh 13oz. for a size medium. Cheers!

Kip. The Exposure II Bib is a great choice if you spend a lot of time in the snow. It's made with a burly fabric and provides lots of coverage. With that said, I have been using these pants for a few years and been happy they just don't have as much coverage as a bib. Hope this helps!

Pat. Yes, they do. If you enlarge the picture above you can see the zipper coming up just below the knee. Hope this helps!

Jimmy. I've used the Phantom Jacket under my Dragon Jacket and been happy on the coldest days. But, if you are gonna be hanging around a fire... might I suggest a Carhart Jacket as your outer layer? This combo of Phantom and Carhart works well as well! It's my Indian Creek fire suit! Cheers!

Cathy. This is a very subjective question. For instance, I wear a T-Shirt with a jacket made out of this material and have not experienced any skin irritation or discomfort. Others may find differently. There is only one way to find out for you!

If you have a short torso go for the medium. If you have longer torso you would be more comfortable with a large. Small will be to short for you in all areas. Hope this helps.

Zorra. Otter is a dark greenish brown... definitely more brown than green. Hope this helps!

Linda. Due to variation in individual metabolism and countless variables we don't put temperature ratings on jackets. With that said, if you read down through the reviews you will fined that folks have been happy with the jacket in pretty cold temperatures. It is baffled like a sleeping bag (no cold spots), has a removable hood, and fleece lined pockets to mention just a few features that make it suitable for sub freezing temps. Enjoy!

Brian. At this point, we do not offer the Compressor Pant in XS... but, we will be in the future to accommodate similar requests. Cheers!

Evelyn. If you don't get them through this site... check out Montrail.com for a dealer locater for Canada.

It is not as thin as poly underwear but it will fit under a helmet no problem. It is made with Power Stretch fabric from Polartec is really warm and super stretchy. If you are looking for something thinner check out Mountain Hardwear's Butter Balaclava. Cheers!

awgosling. The difference is that the one that is more deeply discounted is last seasons pant and this pant is current. The design has not changed but it is a great pant. I have been skiing in them for two seasons now...

Elana. Good comments for sure and this debate we have often especially around our best selling products. We do actually make the same products for men and women in some parts of our product line (see Monkey Man/Monkey Woman, Mens and Womans Syncronicity Jacket, and Sub Zero SL Hooded jackets) but for the most part when we make woman's products that are exactly like the mens... no women buy them! The first couple of years I worked with Hardwear ('03-'04) we made a Woman's Windstopper Tech Jacket that was exactly like the mens. Why did we stop making it? No one bought them! Sales declined and then it was gone. It seems as though a majority of women want more women specific styles and colors... not a smaller version of the mens and we have the sales to prove it. Now, you may be an exception, there is always and exception, but for the most part women want their own specific styles and colors and this has been proven to us over and over again year after year. Thanks again for the comments and I will pass them on to the designers and product development folks. And the debate continues...

Colleen. Check out the Woman's Downhill Parka. It is essentially the same jacket as above but with added ski features and added length. If the jacket is for you... with your measurements I would consider a small. Hope this helps!

See answer on the Downhill Parka page! Cheers!

Consider this jacket a ski-oriented version of the Sub Zero Parka. It is made with the same Conduit SL fabric, has a complete set of ski features (which are removable if you don't want them) including snow skirt, and even has removable fur (comes with it's own cat toy). Hope this helps!

jsung. The jacket is completely windproof and highly weather resistant. It is made utilizing Conduit SL fabric which is waterproof. But, due to the construction of the jacket (no tape) we call it highly weather resistant. So, with that in mind... it does shed snow better than rain. Also consider, if it is raining... it may be to warm for a down coat. The jacket is made with a combo of rip-stop nylon and more durable taslan and is no more or less prone to ripping or snagging than any other down coat out there. The velcro does not, in my experience, get caught or stick to the fabric. Hope this info helps!

Andrew. I would go for a large. I am 5'9" and 155 and wear a medium. With a large, you should be able to layer easily underneath without leaving to much extra space for cold air. Cheers!

Yep. I would get a medium if available. Cheers!

Erik. I would suggest a large. A medium might fit if you have a shorter torso for your size... but, for length I would get a large. It will be roomy in the body but I am sure you have experienced this before. Hope this helps!

Allison. Although we are two different companies... I would imagine our fit perimeters would be pretty similar. If you are a medium in TNF then there is a good chance you are a medium in Mountain Hardwear. Hope this helps!

Baron. This is a fleece/softshell combo jacket and it would work great for casual wear and light activity in an Atlanta winter. The fleece would be considered a 300 wt. fleece which is pretty warm. Hope this helps!

Dan. You are probably right in between a small and a medium. Depending on how you are going to layer it... I would say you would be more comfortable in a medium. Hope this helps!

The powder skirt on this particular jacket is NOT removable. When not in use the powder skirt simply hangs loose. Cheers!

Yes. In that both jackets are air permeable softshell jackets. Not sure of the actual content of the Apex Bionic but I do know that the fabrics are similar. Hope this helps!

Chouwalker. The pockets are not heated but the heating elements are located on that back of the pockets on the inside of the jacket making them seem so. If you like heated seats and electric blankets... you will like this jacket! Enjoy.

Yes it does. The hood removes as well and it is baffled like a sleeping bag (no cold spots!) Enjoy!

Yes. Due to the construction of the jacket and the fabric... it is totally windproof. Also, obviously the down would insulate from the cold. Hope this helps!

Sir Lee. Check out the Navigation Pant from Mountain Hardwear. It's one of the best spring skiing pants I have ever owned due to the overall lightness of the softshell fabric and the zip vents on the thigh. Also, they have removable gaiters! Enjoy!

Actually Jeff.. the Ultralamina bags CANNOT zip together due to the positioning of the zippers. The Lamina Bags CAN zip together and that may be where the confusion is coming from. So, to re-cap: Ultralaminas= NO Laminas= YES when it comes to zipping together. Hope this helps!

I think a medium would be to small for you. I am 5'9" and 155 and I wear a medium and it fits perfect. I would go with a large... especially considering your height. Since you are skinny you will have room around your chest but you will be more comfortable with the length. Hope this helps!

Herrman. I think you would be the most comfortable in a large. Especially when considering length. And if you are the same Herrman looking at the Vertical Pant... I would suggest now that you go with a Medium. The length will fit you better. Hope this helps!

Herrman. You and I have the same problem. I am about exactly your measurements and fall in between a small and a medium. If I were you I would go with a small in these pants... if you wanted to go with a medium you would just need to wear a belt to make them comfortable. Hope this helps...

Matt. From a little research it seems like the Swift is a variation on an air permeable soft shell. The Stimulus Jacket could be considered a variation on a shell... so, sorta comparing apples and oranges here. Regardless, due to the fact that the Swift does not have a laminate it will probably be more breathable. However, the Stimulus is going to offer a lot more weather protection as it is completely water and wind proof. It will also be extremely breathable as well due to the overall thinness of the laminate and fabric itself. Hope this helps!

Amy. Good catch. The picture on the Backcountry site is correct. Check out the gear guru picture for confirmation. Hope this helps!

Due to the cut it is a little bit... but, it is pretty uniform all the way around.

Easy Mr Carlile... Stick with Arcteryx and I'll stick with Hardwear outside of comparison questions. Besides, the Gamma LT is much thinner and way more expensive. Barry - Check out Hardwear's Dragon Jacket, Alchemy Jacket, Kramer Jacket, and Synchronicity Jacket for other softshells that might better suite your computing needs. Plus, it's hard to get better batteries and faster processors for $64.95...

Yes it does. Cheers!

No. The Cloud Jacket does not have a powder skirt. It was designed more as a general purpose mountain parka rather than a ski specific shell. Check out the Mountain Hardwear Dauphine Jacket if you would be more into a more ski specific and insulated shell. Hope this helps!

Sarah. It's pretty white... but, coupled with the brown powerstretch panels it looks a little more creamy. It's possible that the woman in your class has a different vintage? Hope this helps.

Hard to say. The Denali is made with a 300wt fleece that is pretty warm. The Monkey Woman Jacket is made with a Thermal Pro Fleece from Polartec... also very warm. Due to the higher loft of the Thermal Pro Fleece on the Monkey Woman Jacket I would have to say that the Monkey Woman is probably warmer. Especially, if layered under another jacket. My .02
Cheers!

Here are some measurements that might help your decision:

Small: Chest = 36-38" Sleeve = 33"
Medium: Chest = 39-41" Sleeve = 34"

I'd probably get a small.
Cheers!

Adriana. The Synchro Pant is a 'softshell' pant in our line that utilizes our waterproof/breathable Conduit Laminate... essentially a less expensive option to Gore. If you are looking for a GoreTex Pant specifically from Mountain Hardwear... check out the Lyra Pant. I hope this info helps!

Just to add to the answer below...Also, the Sub Zero SL Hooded Jacket utilizes the Conduit SL membrane in its fabric making it extremely weather proof. The regular Sub Zero Jacket does not have this feature but both still have a great DWR. Otherwise, all the other info is correct!

Judith. Yes, it has a two way front zipper.

Yep. They are waterproof and breathable and they even have a little bit of insulation as well. They have been designed to keep you dry and warm on chilly ski days no doubt. Cheers!

This would be a great jacket for the use you describe. A couple of other options would be the Mountain Hardwear Women's Nitrous Jacket (down insulated) or the Mountain Hardwear Woman's Compressor Jacket (primaloft insulated.) Both are lightly insulated with little bulk. Hope this helps!

Yes. It has a beefy two way zipper. Cheers!

Marcel. Not sure on the best way to measure yourself... but, we have a sweet sizing chart on our website that you can access from the product pages. If you want to skip that measuring part at 5'10" and 180 you would more than likely be a large in the Kramer Jacket. Hope this helps!

Ariel. I would go with a small. I think you'll be happy with that size. Cheers!

ad_guy. There is 593 grams of the finest 800 fill gray european goose down stuffed into the Absolute Zero Parka (Large). Hope this answers your question...

Victor. As you say, all the jackets you are considering are great jackets. The Beryllium, Vertical Jacket, and Theta AR are all made with ProShell from GoreTex and will keep you dry in just about any conditions you could throw at them. The Vertical Jacket is festooned with ski features such as a zip out and removable snow skirt, pass holder, and a zip out and removable hood which is nice for skiing and makes it a very versatile jacket due to the removability of the features. The Stingray is a Gore Softshell and may be a little warmer than the other Proshell Jackets due to the light fleece lining. As for the midweight, or middle layers you are considering, the Compressor PL or the Atom LT will work the best under your shell. The Compressor is made with a 15D Nylon and insulated with 120grams of Primaloft PL 1. The outer fabric will slide nicely under a shell. The Atom LT is made with a combo of 20D nylon and Polaretec Powersheild which is more of a softshell fabric. Not sure how much 'coreloft' is in the Atom. The Vinson is an insulated softshell jacket that would work the best as an outer layer... maybe a little to heavy as a mid-layer. The Alcove Jacket is made utilizing over 200grams of Primaloft PL1 insulation making it a phenomenal outer layer perfectly ideal for cold belays under long ice climbs. Maybe to warm as a mid-layer. Hope this info helps!

Eric. I would go with an XL. Especially considering your height. Hope this helps!

Yes. It should fit even long bags... Cheers!

Liz. That would work great. I have layered the men's version (Dragon Jacket) over a down jacket on cold days and been happy. Your system will probably work great and would allow a lot of versatility. Cheers!

Johanna. Not sure which 'cheaper one' you are referring to but the difference in cost may be because the less expensive on is from last year. The Eco Primaloft is used in the F'09 jackets. Last year regular primaloft was used. Hope this helps...

Glen. This bag is not a waterproof bag. But it would work well if combined with a bivy sack. There are very few bags on the market that would be considered waterproof with out the help of a bivy sack or some other shell to go over it. The closest bags I have seen on the market that could be considered virtually waterproof are the Expedition bags from Mountain Hardwear. This is due to the fact that they are made with a Conduit waterproof /breathable shell and are 'welded' together (No stitch lines for water to wick through.) Check our Expedition Bags and Bivy Sacks out on this site or on our website mountainhardwear.com . Hope this helps!

bri. I would suggest the Mountain Hardwear Compressor Jacket. The Microchill Jacket is nice but I would bet that the weight of this fleece will not be warm enough for your Father. Here is the link from the Backcountry site:

http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Mountain-Hardwear-Compressor-PL-Insulated-Jacket-Mens/MHW0227M.html

Cut and paste it into your browser... window. Hope this helps!

Yes. The Synchro fabric is waterproof and the construction of the Synchro pants is practically waterproof due to the tape on the outside of the pants. Hope this info helps!

19Lives. The difference in weight between the Megalight and the Kiva is solely due to the difference in fabric. The Megalight is made with a 30D SilNylon. The Kiva is made with 75D 190T Polyester Ripstop with a 1500mm Polyester Urethane coating and DWR. The square footage on the Kiva is 85sq.ft. and the Megalight is 81sq.ft. ... so the Kiva is slightly bigger as well. Those are the main differences. Hope this info helps!

Check out the sizing chart on the Mountain Hardwear website (mountainhardwear.com) It is a PDF that you can download with all of our measurements. Consulting this chart will ensure you get the right size. Hope this helps! Hint: the sizing chart is located on the product page!

al. It is a little more slim fitting than some of our other softshells. Due to the stretchy-ness of the fabric most folks seem to appreciate the cut and don't mind the fit. See some of the comments below. Hope this helps!

Jeff f. Most pants are not given a temperature range due to the variation in individual metabolism. With that said, the brushed fleecy back of the Synchro Fabric would feel pretty good down to probably mid to low 30's? Any colder than that and you'll want a base layer as well. Hope this helps!

It is water resistant with a very good DWR applied to the outside. Cheers!

Micael. I am not sure exactly of TNF's measurements but if you fit well in a medium I would bet that you would fit well in a medium Typhoon Jacket. Cheers!

mmarrcin. If the Exposure II fit well in XL then that is what I would stick with in the Escape Jacket. Enjoy!

Mike. I can't tell you which jacket to buy but I can tell you that the only difference between the down is the higher the number the lighter it is and higher the loft for a given volume. Another way to think of it... the higher the number the 'closer to the goose.' Down is warm whether it is 500 fill or the extremely elusive 850+ fill. I have jackets with both and they are both warm. If you are looking for a jacket to stand up to wet/icy weather... I would consider something with a waterproof/breathable laminate. Check out the Mountain Hardwear Sub Zero SL Hooded jacket for an example. It is made with waterproof and breathable laminate called 'Conduit' that keeps the majority of the weather off when it is wet and icy out. Hope this info helps!

Linda. It is very hard to say which jacket will be 'warmer' as every person has a different metabolism. I would imagine that the down fill in each jacket is similar in amount therefore making the warmth gained from the insulation similar. The TNF jacket weighs 545g and the Sub Zero SL weighs 745g so it could be said that the Sub Zero has more down insulation but I don't know that for sure. The difference in weight more than likely comes from the fact that the Sub Zero SL is made utilizing the Conduit Laminate from Hardwear which is our waterproof and breathable laminate. The Sub Zero SL is not a waterproof jacket due to construction (not taped) but it will provide superior weather protection to snow and light rain when compared to the TNF jacket. Also, the Sub Zero SL is baffled like a sleeping bag (no cold spots)... not sure about the TNF jacket. Hope this info helps!

amy. I am not sure of your measurments but the best way to see if the xs will fit is to go to our sizing chart located on this product page on our website: http://www.mountainhardwear.com/Product.aspx?top=1828&prod=958&cat=1879&viewAll=False (hint: cut and paste into your browser), click on the sizing chart PDF and go from there. Also, if you are constantly finding things to big for you... check out the measurments on our youth sizing as well. I know a few women who buy youth product regularly for better fit. Hope this info helps!

Tonatiuh. It works. I have one and have been using it. The shell does have a DWR but for really snowy days on the mountain it would probably work better as a mid-layer. On sunny days its weather proofness wouldn't matter and it would work perfectly as an outer layer as well. Enjoy!

blantonator. The Mountain Hardwear Dragon Jacket is made using a three layer Windstopper Softshell material and is Zwelded together. It will provide complete wind protection and is water resistant. It will keep the majority of weather off when skiing or climbing and has a phenomenal DWR. It is not a very thick fabric but in conjunction with insulating layers (fleece, synthetic, or down) it can work well down to the coldest of temperatures. I have had it out in -20 F weather with a Phantom Jacket underneath! Cheers!

kda. The '08 Arcteryx Scorpion was made last year with Gore Softshell material which is essentially a woven softshell face with a Gore membrane and brushed tricot lining. The Mountain Hardwear Escape Jacket is made with Gore Performace Shell fabric which is a shell fabric that is soft and almost cottony in feel. The Escape fabric is probably a lighter feeling fabric than the Gore Softshell, perhaps a bit lighter in weight as well, and will keep you just as dry. Hope this info helps!

Coconut. This is a re-design from last years model, new lines and all, and I think you will find it a bit warmer as well. The amount of down in the jacket was slightly increased which will help a bit with the warmth. Very different jackets... Sub Zero vs. DownTown Coat and due to the extra length and increase in down you'll find the DownTown to be a bit warmer. Hope this info helps!

Bryan. Here are the care and feeding instructions... cut and pasted from our website:

Washing

Professional Cleaning: Your down garment can be professionally washed, but should never be dry cleaned, because the chemicals used are harmful to the fabrics and filling and will severely reduce loft and thermal efficiency. Check the yellow pages under Camping, Backpacking, or Mountaineering Equipment for folks who specialize in cleaning outdoor products. Your local retailer may also be able to refer you. Be sure to ask if they specifically wash down clothing.

Machine Wash: Zip up all the zippers, attach all Velcro® and turn your garment inside out. Wash in a front-loading machine only, using cold water on a gentle setting. Use a minimum amount of a mild powder soap or special down soap (available at outdoor stores). Use at least two rinse cycles to get all the soap out of the garment.

Drying

When moving your garment from the washer to the dryer, do so carefully by carrying it from the bottom. Tumble dry in a large commercial dryer on low heat. The dryer must be large enough for the garment to flop freely around. Drying could take several hours and your garment should be checked often to make sure it is not overheated. As it dries, look for clumps of wet down and gently shake to redistribute the down.

No-No's

* Do not use a top-loading washing machine (the agitator will destroy the channels).
* Do not use liquid soap or detergent. Do not use strong soap or detergent.
* Do not use your home dryer (they have been known to melt holes in the fabric).
* Do not lift your garment from one end when wet (lift the entire thing all at once from underneath).
* Do not dry in the sun (the UV will damage the nylon).

And as for fires, this jacket is DEFINITELY NOT fire proof! If you wear it around fires you WILL get tiny burn holes in the shell. Most of my down jackets have these... adds character. This would be the same for any down garment on the market. Hope this info helps!

Chris. I think you would find the Large to fit you the best. Especially with layers underneath. Hope this helps!

Jeremy. The fit on these has improved from the old Torsion Gloves. Also you'll find the flat-lock seams on the palm side of the gloves makes it so the seams feel virtually invisible. Definitely a great update on already phenomenal gloves! Enjoy!

BZ. These are not waterproof but we do use a Conduit Softshell fabric on the gloves. It is the same fabric that we use in the Synchro Jacket and the G50 Jacket. So, although they are not waterproof I have used them for ice climbing for a couple seasons. The goat skin palms really durable as well. Cheers!

marylynne. In the women's gaiters they are sized: S= 5-8.5, M= 8.5-11
Hope this helps!

Joben. I would stick with the XL in the Typhoon as the sizing is similar between the two jackets. Cheers!

Well, let me take a stab: The MontBell is made with a 30D nylon, utilizing 800 fill down, and is about 11.3oz and costs about $160 bucks. Mountain Hardwear's most similar jacket to this is the Phantom Jacket. The Patagonia Fitzroy is made with a 50-denier 100% all-recycled polyester ripstop with a DWR (durable water repellent) finish. They use 700-fill down and it costs $250 bucks according to the Patagonia website. The most similar jacket in Mountain Hardwear's line would probably be this Sub Zero Jacket.

All of these jackets will keep you warm while standing still as they are all very similar, with great features, and all very nice. It really comes down to how much money you want to spend and which brand you like. If you want to be extremely warm... I would check out the Absolute Zero Jacket from Mountain Hardwear as it is the warmest thing we could come up with and still call it a jacket! Hope this helps!

The inseam on an XS in regular length is 30". If it is a 'long' length it is 2" longer and if it is a 'short' length it is 2" shorter. Hope this helps!

jsung. Just answered your question on the Transition Super Power jacket product page. Check it out!

jsung. The Transition Jacket w/ hood is 100% windproof all the way around. The Super Power Transition is made with a combo of Transition windproof fabric (on the front) and lightweight power stretch fabric (on the back) This allows for protection in the front when running or skate skiing and phenomenal breathability through the fleece fabric on the back of the jacket. So, for running, skate skiing, cycling or other high output activities... I prefer the Transition Super Power Jacket. For backcountry skiing or climbing I prefer the Hooded Transition Jacket because of the increased weather and wind protection... and this explain why I have both in my closet! Hope this helps!

Both Mountain Hardwear and Black Diamond make great gaiters that would work perfectly for general backcountry usage. I am obviously biased one way... but, if you want more specific comparisons between products more info and product names would really help. Also specific info regarding how you are going to use them would help a lot as well. One cool thing about our gaiters is that we have simplified the strap/buckle inter-face by getting rid of the post in the buckle and strap holes on the straps themselves making a relatively unbreakable system... pretty cool and unique to Mountain Hardwear. Hope this helps!

Devin. Short answer? Yes. Long answer... it depends on what else you are wearing, how you have it layered, temps outside, your specific metabolism, and last but not least... the weather. If you are looking for a warm, relatively durable, and versatile down jacket... look no further. If you think you might need one with a little more weather protection check out the Mountain Hardwear SL Hooded Jacket. Hope this helps!

The only difference between the Parka and the Jacket are a couple of pockets and the overall length itself. The material package is exactly the same between the Jacket and the Parka. Not sure why there are more issues with the Parka over the jacket. It must nothing more than a coincidence...

BeeSB. We use 120grams of Primaloft Eco (50% recycled) in our Compressor Jacket. The Nano uses 60grams of Primaloft PL One. 120grams vs. 60grams... more insulation = warmer. The Nano uses a 15D Polyester Shell... the Compressor uses a 15D Ripstop Nylon Shell. Nylon is more durable than Polyester when it comes to shell materials. Both the Nano and the Compressor would provide a similar water resistance considering both use a very good DWR. I hope this info helps!

Steven. Unfortunately, the vest does not exist yet from Mountain Hardwear. We are working on developing more Moshi powered products for the future so stay tuned!

These mittens do not have gloves in them... just regular mitten-style fleecy inserts that are not removable. Hope this helps!

Scott. The Flume Jacket is a hardshell utilizing the Conduit DT laminate coupled with strategically placed fleece on the inside of the jacket for extra warmth. We call this well placed fleece - MicroClimate Zoning. The Kramer Jacket is a hardshell/softshell combo that utilizes a Conduit 3-layer Shell fabric coupled with a Conduit softshell fabric (fleecy back) all packed together in one sweet jacket. It also has the strategically placed fleece as well. The feature set is similar between the two jackets. So, in short, one is a hardshell and one is a hardshell/softshell combo. Hope this helps!

Fietsrider. Due to the liners the gloves may feel a little more snug than normal when you first pick them up. If you pull out the liners and then put them on I think you will find that the large is the right size for you. Once you use the gloves a bit and they 'break in' the fit will get more and more dialed! I hope you like them as I think this style in particular are brilliant especially when you consider the OutDry technology!

Jimmy. These fit true to size so a large should fit you just fine.

Garrett. Due to its stretchy-ness it is a little more slim fitting. With that said, it will fit a variety of body types due to this uber stretchy-ness! Hope this helps!

Chris S. These would be a great solution for what you are looking for. If you want something that blocks a little bit more wind and may be a little more durable... check out either our Gravity Glove, which is made with Windstopper Fleece and has a leather palm or the Torsion Glove which is thin and light and made with Conduit Softshell material and Pittards Goat Skin leather. If you just want fleece, stretchy and light... stick with these. Hope this helps!

Based on the sizing chart found on our website - mountianhardwear.com... I would say that you fall directly into a medium. However, depending on how you want to layer you might just might be more comfortable in a large. For reference, I'm and inch shorter than you and 20lbs. lighter and wear a medium. I fall right in-between a medium and a small but sized up because of how I use them. Hope this helps with your decision.