Very light weight. Keeps you comfortable in many temperature ranges. Has proven to be much more windproof than I would have originally guessed. I mean it is awesome. Look around about every other company has made a jacket that pretty much copies this one. Oh yeah and the shell is made from some recycled materials. Backed by Backcountry's guarantee and Patagonias you really don't have a good reason not to get one. Trust me worth the price but you can easily find a 20% BC code.

It is a great light weight high performing jacket. You can really feel it move the moisture away better than any thing I have ever used. Pretty much identical to the Westcomb Specter LT Hooded jacket, they are probably made in the same factory in Canada. Keeps water out like it is supposed to. Only complaint is that it take a bit to much concentration to get it to zip... Other than that Amazing jacket.

I wear a large in most Marmot jackets, like the Zeus, but a large in this was too small for my 6'4" frame. had to send it back. it was much lighter and much more compressible than i would have thought. it packed down really small when i put it in a package to send back. maybe next season it will work for me.

I wear XL in all patagonia jackets and the XL in this fits fine. Very warm for the weight, folds into one of its own pockets. You can use this on summer nights over a tshirt or in the fall over a wool baselayer, even in the winter over a fleece and under a shell. So basically I just said you can use it any time of the year... get one.

I am 6'4" and have a 36 inch waist and the XL fit great in the waist and in length. Great all around short. Lots of mobility, I even use mine for swimming. Get a pair

I had gotten the BC merino crew and liked it so I decided to order this as well. I like it a lot, the 1/2 zip is great, chest pocket is nice as well. My only complaint is that I was expecting it to be thicker than it was. Since the BC Crew version said was light weight and the Bliss says midweight I was expecting it to be much thicker than the Crew and more along the lines of the Icebreaker bodyfit260 weight. It is thinner than that. But that is just a matter of expectations. I would like to see the next version be a little more of a midlayer fit. Good deal all in all

First off I am not a big fan of TNF brand gear since they got bought out by vanity fair. But, all that aside I was impressed by this bag. I took it on my month long NOLS trip to Baja where it performed really well. I slept with no tent or tarp, just on top of a sleeping pad and this did a good job of keeping me warm, (I know that you are thinking Baja can't get that cold) it got into the 30's some nights and this kept me toasty, except for when the winds really picked up. what impressed me most was the durability seeing as I was sleeping on sharp rocks and sea shells that sometimes would puncture my foam sleeping pad this bag never got a snag or tear. The stuff sack and mesh storage sack it comes with are nice touches. If you are an active sleeper I would recommend getting the expander wedge to go along with it.

Ordered one in the 3L size hoping it would hold my 800 fill XL down jacket. I went on live chat and they told me that it would fit. It does not. I don't think it is worth spending 8 dollars on shipping to get the correct size though. Also the color that came was blue and not like pictured. The eVent fabric on it works but not quite to the extent that all the hype made me think it would. 4 stars just because of the things mentioned above. I am sure in the correct size it would be better.

I have the BC Siphon primaloft in an XL and I got this in an XL. It just barely covers the bottom of the Siphon. After moving around a while the Siphon tends to show about half an inch out the bottom. It is a little tight in the back when moving but I have broad shoulders. Design is great, I got the carbon color and the red zippers really pop, looks sharp. Can't imagine this thing snagging or tearing, it is strong. Sleeves are cut at a different angle, you can tell from the picture. Took me awhile to get used to it but I am a fan of them. If between sizes or planning to wear heavy layers size up.

Everything you could expect quality and material wise when dealing the BC brand stuff. I am an oaf of a lumberjack and the XL fit my paws quite well. May sound silly but the thing that impressed me the most was that they come with a small pack of nikwax leather waterproofer... It really is the small things that make all the difference. Way to be BC.

In the 40 oz size this thing is really big. I mean capable of quenching the thirst of grizzly adams if he had 2 beards big, which would be about the equivalent of a smidgen of lumberjacks with beards... not sure how it would be converted if using the metric system. Bottom line is I have used Nalgenes and Siggs and this is just much better in my opinion. If you don't have a beard you may want to get the 27 oz size though... just a thought

With most of the stuff I eat in the back country I do not need a spork to eat it, a spoon works fine. This spoon is great because it has a little extra length to help get inside those mountain house bags or deep in the pots to get the last little bites without getting your hand coverd in food.

I used this on my NOLS trip and it worked great. Very durable, rarely has a problem,if it does have a problem hitting it on a rock usually fixes it and if that does not work taking it a part to clean is easy and relatively quick. Practice using it though otherwise you may get a nice little fire ball or flame tower. This piece will last.

I am 6'4" and wear an XL in mountain hardwear gear but I couldn't find a size in this that fit well. I realize that it is supposed to be shorter so it does not stick out under your shell, or so you can wear a harness but it was just too short. Ended up getting the BC luft for $50 so the story ends well. If this jacket fits you, lucky you.

This jacket is awesome. I wear an XL in BC brand, MH, and Patagonia, and the XL fit me great. The powershield fabric is wonderful. I threw a dixie cup of water at myself when the jacket arrived and it was like a force field knocked it away, just rolled on off. Wouldn't wear it in a long down pour though. amazing range of motion with the stretchy material. ipod pocket is a nice touch. get one before they are gone.

Got this for my lady friend. She had wanted a down sweater type jacket for awhile. She is 5'8" and the medium fit her like a charm. She likes the Teaberry color and the fit better than the patagonia down sweater. She always is cold but with this piece of gear she stays warm. comfortable and functional.

Polartec powerstretch is a great material, light, warm, breathable, wicking. Told my sister to get this for my brother-in-law and he loves it. For the price you really can't go wrong.

These are solid shoes so don't be fooled by my 3 star review. It is just that my previous Merrells were the Chameleons which were much more comfortable. These are a bit on the clunky side. But they worked great on a week long hiking trip I went on. They gave me solid traction in the mud and definitely kept the water out.

These things break in like a charm after awhile. They are my comfort pants. 36x 34 is what i wear in pants and these are great. very durable. you may want to put them through the washer and a dryer a few times before wearing them to help break them in, but breaking them in is kind of an art form to many of us. get a pair.

I had these are smaller in the thigh than the original MKs maybe it is because i have done a lot of biking and my legs have gotten bigger or that i have bigger legs than normal but the fit is just kind of uncomfortable. Also I wear a 36x34 in all pants and usually have to wear a belt. These are tight and shorter in that size. Unless you get them on sale they are not worth the money.

I heard that these pants were supposedly much better than carharts. I have found that they are not bad but they are not better. I wear a 36x34 in all pants and these ones are tight and on the shorter side. I still wear them so it is not that big of a problem. Also my carharts break in after a year or so and become very comfortable, these have yet to show any sign of becoming more comfortbale to wear. The gusseted crotch is nice thought, that is the one place on my carharts that has gotten a small hole from being active. Also unless you get them on sale I am not sure if they are worth the full price

I eventually bought 2 of these. I am 6'4" and the XL is excellent. (i wear XL in all patagonia tops) wear it casual or layer it for the trail or slopes. With this essential you should have high hopes... (i tried to be cool and rhyme just there)

Great pack, I have it int the 65 tall. This thing will last. thick durable and waterproof. If you don't use a hydration system you may get annoyed since there are no side pockets for water bottles but other than that it is an awesome pack. If you can find it on sale then it is even more gravy.

Nice and easy to use adjustable settings. It is a dependable piece of equipment and that is about all you can ask for with a light.

I have the Z1 and the Z2s Mine were made in Colorado, apparently that needs to be taken into consideration. Honestly I like these a lot but sometimes my big toe gets a bit panicky like it is slowly getting strangled. I know you can put the toe loop down and not use it but often times it gets jammed in the sole then because of dirt. If you are deciding between the 2 go with the Z1 but either way you will be happy.

I have had a pair for 5 years and have given them HEAVY use. I have gotten them resoled once (originally they had the colorado sole) and I will have to get the rewebbed in the next year. A bit heavy but they are my go to sandal. The Z tan line is like the symbol of a secret society, people know whats up when they see that on your feet. Not sure how being made in China now will affect these sandals, although I have not heard the best things. Grab a pair while you can.

I really wanted to like these but I found it hard. They are comfortable but the foam rips off the heal fairly quick after wearing. Also I intended to wear them without socks but my feet got far to sweaty inside of them and would slip around on the inner foam (i realize that could just be my feet). Willing to try a pair again in the future.

These will punish your feet early on, they gave me lots of blisters but that said they are comfortable. It took time to toughen my feet and break in the flops. It is a long term commitment, if you are looking for something to take out of a bag and wear these are not for you. I typically went through a pair of leather rainbows in about a year and a half. These will far outlast that. I wear a 12 in the Z1s and Z2s but I am a 13 in the flops. If you can pace yourself and ease into them they are a good buy. Wish they were still made in Colorado though...

I have owned this close to a year and have yet needed to wash it, I air it out on occasion but it really has not worked up any kind of bad smell. That is amazing. I am 6'4" and the XL fits perfect, I can wear a t-shirt under it if I want or all by itself. It is a great weight, not too heavy yet not too clingy like some lighter weight wool pieces. Only complaint is that the black color shows seems to show and pick up a decent amount of fuzz/hair. I wore this under my Marmot Zeus on a -15 day and was fine. very nice piece.

SmartWool is a great company, they are the industry standard for wool socks. These are a must have for your gear arsenal. You can wear them many times before they work up a smelly funk and even then it is not too harsh. My only complaint is that the high length sometimes becomes uncomfortable, but that might be because I wear sandals most of the year.

I am 6'4" and wear an XL in all BC brand stuff. This is a solid piece, very fitted, but not too much so. The half zip is great for dumping heat on the approach. Like other have said it is a little short in the front, but, that makes sense for when you are wearing a harness. Very light weight versatile piece. Get it

I got this piece about 6 years ago and put it through the wringer of daily wear and trips. Stood up to the challenge. Power shield is a great material for softshells, my personal preference is that it is the best. Mine was made in Canada, not sure how much the China production has affected it. Arcteryx is the industry standard, every other company copies them to some extent. If you have the money it is a solid investment. But it is time for mine to be retired. But for 6+ years of service it had a good run.

High quality materials. I wear an XL in BC brand tops, I am 6'4" 220 and this thing fits like a glove. Very close fitting. Light weight. As other have said the thumb holes are a bit off but I still find them usable. You really cannot go wrong for the price. I mean lets face it merino wool is the best material for baselayers.

Picked this up on the cheap. Great for group trips. it is light, versatile, and of course efficient. Before getting this I mainly used MSR whisperlight international. This stove is much easier and safer to light than that. no crazy fireballs just click that little spark thing and you are cooking.

When my shipment came i wasn't sure they put anything in it. These things are light and stretchy. power shield is my softshell material of choice. I wear a 36x34 and these fit great in the XL. These are great multi purpose pants, wear them in all seasons, just throw some long underwear bottoms on like the BC primes and these make pretty good snow pants.

Comfortable and warm, breathe and stretch like a yoga master. I wear a 36x34 and the XL fit great. They are made from great material. some kind of fly like on boxers would be nice for when nature calls late at night but it is not a big deal.

Great cottage fleece. I wear an XL in all patagonia tops (i am 6'4") and this one runs a bit on the baggie side, similar to the Retro-X jacket's cut. nice warm comfortable fleece. If you are looking for a fitted cut this is not what you want. I got it for cold nights on the beach around the campfire. Solid fleece, expect to get good wear out of it.

I am 6'4" and wear an XL in patagonia. Great top, I have the hooded version but the same basics apply. It can be worn against the skin or over a capilene. Smooth outer surface makes adding a layer on top of it easier because it does not cling as much as a normal fleece. Wish I had had this piece of gear on my NOLS trip. One of the most versatile layers I have seen.

Perfect for what it is, I am 6'4" wear an XL in patagonia and this is very fitted which is awesome. Breathes like a champ and wicks fairly well. This is my go to layering piece when it is too warm for my mountain hardwear monkey man. R2 is one of the lightest and warmest peices i own and it packs down fairly small. hope that helps

Let me start by saying I love this fleece. I am 6'4 and wear an XL in all patagonia tops/jackets such as the R2 and the R1 flash. This being said the fit on this is weird, the chest is far too big for me but when I tried going to the L size the sleeves were too short, just something to keep in mind. I call this my cookie monster fleece, great look, blocks wind like a champ, too heavy for trail use although would be fine for belaying. 4 stars because the fit is not true to other patagonia tops and there is no draw cord on the bottom.

Great jacket. I have the MH compressor, and monkey phur. Both fit great under this jacket for layering. I am 6'4" 200lbs and wear an XL in MH jackets. This jacket has a slightly longer cut so their is no fear of the sleeves riding up your arms while active. Very water proof and breathable. Tons of pockets and large pit zips. Solid piece of gear.

Great look, much stiffer than I was expecting which is a plus. I get tons of compliments on them. nice sidewall cushion like that in a skate shoe. A little slick when walking on grass or tile but then again thats not really what they are for. For the price you cannot go wrong. True to size I thought. I wear anywhere between a 12-13 depending on the brand and a 12 in these works I do wear them unlaced most of the time though.
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I am between 6'3"-4" and weigh like 200 pounds. Depending on the brand I wear between a L and an XL (for those of you who are tall you can understand) often times the L is too short and the XL is too big in the chest. This jacket is great. It is light weight, warm, and it does not make one look like a marshmallow... It is kinda fitted. All you could want from a down coat. My one gripe would be that some down comes out, although I do not know what is normal for down leakage...(let me know what is norm) I like it because it is not shiny like many other comparable down jackets. I am a NOLS alumni and only wish that I had this coat on my last trip. Get it

Forgot to add that I got the large and it worked/fit great.