my wife is 5'3 105 lbs small or extra small

Is it wind resistant or windproof? Patagonia's website says it is windproof, not merely wind resistant? And how water resistant is it? How much of a downpour (or mere drizzle) can it withstand before it becomes saturated and begins to soak? Also how warm is it? If not active, say just casually walking, down to what temps will it keep you warm. What's the durability of this piece?

How does this jacket compare to the MHW Windstopper Tech jacket? The R4 feels soft, real soft, the MHW doesn't seem as warm, which would you say is a better jacket?

Which will keep you warmer, TNF Denali or Patagonia classic retro-x? The Denali is a bit heavier but the Retro is windproof. How well does the Denali hold up if the wind picks up, most fleeces do not block wind at all. Trying to find out which will be warmer for my wife.

How does this jacket compare to the men's MH Windstopper Tech jacket? Would this be considered the women's version? How is the sizing, is it a slim fit? I'm looking to get this for my mother who is short and round.

How does this jacket compare to the men's MH Windstopper Tech jacket? Would this be considered the women's version? How is the sizing, is it a slim fit? I'm looking to get this for my mother who is short and round.

How's the sizing, is it true to fit or should I go up half a size? Also how well do these do on pavement, say a 5 mile run? Most trail shoes I've worn have been too stiff and painful to run on the asphalt and sidewalks.

How water resistant is it compared to a softshell like the Alchemy? Also how well does it breathe if used for aerobic activities such as running?

How does this compare to the mhw alchemy in terms of warmth? Both are soft shells but which one is going to keep me warmer. I currently have the alchemy and although it's a great versatile jacket, it's not doing much to keep me warm, especially in the evenings. I don't want to have to lug my mhw downhill down jacket everywhere, looking for a wind/water resist/proof jacket that has some insulation (not just a thin fleece liner). I want a jacket w/ a tech shell and insulation, something that'll keep me warm.

Is this completely windproof? How water resistant is it? Does it shed snow better than rain? How durable is this, is it prone to rip if snagged or caught. My wife's biggest pet peeve, does the velcro get caught or stick to the fabric (she's had that problem w/ other jackets). The last question will be the deal breaker for her.

How does this compare to the Stoic merino crew shirt. Which is heavier and warmer and what does "micron" count stand for. There's only a .5 difference between the two (the BC being more than the Stoic). Basically which is the better product for running in the cold.

How does this compare to the Icebreaker 200, is it warmer? I know it's only a lightweight base layer but to what temps will this keep me warm. My runs are 5 - 6 miles so I'm not looking for anything too heavy but will this do for fall/winter runs as a stand alone piece.

I hear that this runs a bit small. I'm 5'6 135lbs, should I get a small or a medium. I do want something fitted but not if it's going to be too tight and restrictive. I'm wearing it as a base layer so it should be some what tight but am afraid that a small may be too small.

In lieu of running w/ a jacket during the winter, will this keep me warm enough in 30 - 40 degree weather? I usually do 5 - 6 miles so I don't want to overheat but at the same time I want something that'll keep me warm. Also how does this compare to merino wool?

How's the sizing? I'm 5'6 135lbs, should I get a small or medium. Also, I hear that this is equivalent to an Icebreaker 200. I'm looking for a stand alone piece in 40 degree 6 mile runs. Does BackCountry make anything that will suffice or should I go w/ Icebreaker and just shell out more bucks.

How's the sizing? I'm 5'6 135lbs, should I get a small or medium. Also, I hear that this is equivalent to an Icebreaker 200. I'm looking for a stand alone piece in 40 degree 6 mile runs. Does BackCountry make anything that will suffice or should I go w/ Icebreaker and just shell out more bucks.

I'm looking for something to run in during the fall/winter in 40 degree temps, will this be too thin or should I go w/ the 260. I'll be doing about 5 to 6 miles and don't want to wear a cumbersome jacket but at the same time don't want to freeze.

Will a medium shrink into a small? I'm 5'6 140lbs, I hear that a small should fit me properly but can only get a medium. Can I wash it and shrink it to fit me or will it shrink way too much and be unusable.

How does this compare to the Transition? What are the differences (besides the pockets and the hood)? Which one is warmer, more durable, breathes better and more water resistant? Basically, which is a better jacket. Don't care that the Super Power has no hood, I'd rather have 2 side pockets (I can wear a cap)? I'm debating between the two, which is a better running jacket for the cold.

What's the difference between the Transition and the Super Power besides the pockets and the hood? Is the Super Power an inferior or a less technical jacket (a tailored down Transition). Will the Super Power provide a similar fit, feel, and function as the Transition?

I'm 5'5 140lbs, small or medium? How warm is this? It says it's a lightweight but is it more of a midweight layer. I'm looking to use it for fall/winter runs in 30 - 40 degrees w/o a jacket, will this do or is it too light? How does this compare to the Icebreaker 260 in terms of warmth?

I'm 5'6 140lb, small or medium? Looking for a running shirt for fall/winter runs, how well does this perform. Trying to run in 40 degrees (possibly colder) w/o using a bulky jacket (too much weight). How warm will this keep me, how well does it breathe and regulate temperature? Are there other shirts that perform as well (or better) but possibly cheaper?

I'm 5'6 140lbs, medium or small?

I have the Marmot Leadville and have been using that jacket for my fall/winter runs. It breathes okay, is a bit hot in anything above 40 but is not very water resistant. I was thinking of using the MHW Alchemy to replace the Leadville but am worried that it's "too much" of a jacket for that. Mind you I live in the Wash DC area, it gets cold but not sub-zero cold. I hear that the Alchemy is very water resistant, almost waterproof, one reason why I'm opting for it. But again, it feels heavy and my runs are usually 5 miles. Any thoughts ...

I'm 5'6 140lb, small or medium? Is this as breathable as the Shift or moreso. Also is it somewhat warm. I plan on using this for running in the fall/winter in the Wash DC area.

Is there any difference between this and the Shift? Are they the same jacket w/ the exception of the hood? Is one heavier, more durable than the other? Will the welder keep you warmer than the Shift (hood aside). Is the hood worth the extra money?

I am debating between this, the Marmot Leadville, or the MHW Alchemy. I'm primarily looking for a fall/winter running jacket. Also looking to have a jacket I can wear around town, something that'll keep me warm but not too hot and heavy where I'll overheat or have to take it off once I go indoors. The Alchemy, in my opinion is a better built jacket than the Leadville but is too hot (and no ipod/mp3 pocket) and is stiffling indoors. The Leadville has the side panels for breathability but not as warm if standing idle. I haven't had a chance to test the Sharp Point. I believe it's as heavy as the Alchemy but lighter than the Leadville. I'm impressed that is has pit zips. Do they really help regulate body temp when running (usually do about 5 miles). Has anyone used it during the fall/winter months to go running and use it as a casual jacket. Any thoughts ...

I'm debating between this, MHW Alchemy, and Back Country's Shift, which would you recommend. I need a jacket I can run in during the fall and winter but at the same time keep warm. I hate lugging around a big down jacket then having to take it off when I go inside (like the mall). I want something a bit lighter but at the same time can keep me warm. Between the 3 which is the best (cost not a factor). I've already tried on the BC Shift, seems a bit too light. Any thoughts?

How warm will this keep you? I have a MHW down jacket but hate lugging it around once I get inside. I'm looking for a jacket I can wear and still have it on when I'm in the mall. Also looking for a softshell I can use on fall/winter runs. How breathable is this? Will this be too much of a jacket for running in the cold?

Thinking of getting this for my wife but am worried about size. She's petite, well was petite before she got preggers. She's still petite but w/ a belly. She usually wears an xtra small in North Face. Should I get her an extra small, eventhough her belly isn't or get her a small instead.

What is the difference between the capilene 2 and 3, besides a few bucks. Also, in some colors, the sea grass wildwood, it looks quite fitted, atheltic cut, but in the others it looks rather baggy. Which is the true fit? And how warm is it? At what temps can I wear this alone and still be warm. I plan to use this while running in the fall and autumn.

This and the Leadville are about the same price, what are the differences between these two jackets? Which is warmer, which breathes better, which is heavier and more bulky? In essence, which is the better jacket, the better buy?

I plan on using this for cold autumn and winter runs, how functional is it? Will it keep me warm w/ only a t-shirt or light base layer? How breatheable is this for high level activities such as running? Should I look for another soft? I also plan on wearing this casually in lieu of pulling out my big MH down jacket.

Is this insulated at all? How warm will this keep you? Also I'm 5'6 140lbs, medium or small?

I like the features and the tech they put into this jacket but it looks ... off. Does the computer make it look different than it is in real life. Was debating on getting the Marmot Leadville, is this comprable, is it better? I'm looking for a lightweight softshell I can run in the fall and winter but also wear casually to keep me warm. Which one is better.

How does this jacket compare to the Marmot Leadville? I need something to run in when it's cold, windy, and wet but will breathe well (and keep me warm). Which one is better suited?

What is the difference between the Leadville and the Sharp Point? I'm looking for a soft shell that will provide some warmth during the fall and winter but can be used for runs in the cold. How breathable are each, which would you recommend for outdoor activities but at the same time can be used casually for some warmth.

how do they transition on the road/treadmill? are they strictly a trail shoe or can they be worn as a street trainer?

how wind resistant is this jacket? does the conduit laminate block wind as well or is it only wind resistant as a typical nylon jacket? in lieu of getting gortex im lookn for something that is wind/water proof/resistant.