If you intend to take it backpacking. It does a good job with the rain, but only for a short time and a pretty light dose. Any real storm could be dangerous if this is all you have - I have had to camp early which is not something I like to do. The Hurricane Parka is a little heavier and more expensive, but much more adequate for backpacking. Great for day hikes and stuff like that though.

Fantastic pack - if you're carrying 1000 pounds of gear. The thing weighs almost seven pounds! If what you need is convenience, extreme durability, space, and comfortable fit, go ahead, it will do the job. But people have base pack weights that are less than this thing alone. That's why I returned it. If you can go light, this will support whatever you have. I'll second getting fitted. I did at REI which was great - I could load up my gear and go on a day hike with the option of returning it.

Durable and comfortable. I use them backpacking and they are fantastic.

I got lucky getting this as a gift, so I didn't have to worry about the price. It seems to me, though, that you can get a pretty crappy bag for 200, and this is well worth the extra investment. Incredibly comfortable and warm for its weight. Just wanted to add my satisfaction to the others'. I'll never get another bag.

I have to give it five stars because it is such high quality and so comfortable, but I still can't see why anyone would get the T instead of the jacket. The incredibly soft fabric makes you constantly want front pockets, but they're not there. And the collars a bit weird. I would have gotten the jacket but I found this way on sale. Also, somebody said the neck was too large ...? There's a cinch on it with a drawstring toggle. I'm satisfied.

Super light, comfortable enough, adds a lot of warmth, and this thing has gone through a buttload of abuse - it looks like it's been through a paper shredder and it's been through three boys' entire backpacking careers of six years each and still works like a charm. I still use this all the time. Tip - Especially if you are tall, you can still get the short and then put any extra gear (like your pack) under your feet for the same comfort and warmth without extra cost or weight.