This is a well made and well designed garment, and quite comfortable. It's breathable and still highly wind resistant and warm (I just wore it on a tower during a photo shoot and it was just right). The pockets are not lumpy and have good zips, so you won't dump your keys or phone when scrambling about. I have the blue color, as it is pretty mellow and feels a little vintage. I did get a discount, so it wasn't too expensive (can't hurt to ask). It's true, that if you have a belly that you want to disguise, you might need a size up, but I wear a Large, and it's true to size as far as length, sleeves. Generally, I really like this sweatshirt.

These are killer gloves, well designed, durable and fabulously comfortable and very warm, even at the finger tips and thumb. They are waterproof and also breathable, so I did not have clammy hands even when exerting myself walking up steep hills. If you spend a long time outdoors, especially in subzero and windy conditions, these are ideal gloves. Gauntlets are easy to adjust, even with one hand, and really work, without being in the way. The material also allows the right amount of friction in the grip.

Arc'teryx has achieved a blend of function and form that is outstanding. This vest is really un-encumbering, yet not too loose or floppy. The shell material is wind proof, water resistant and the insulation is superior. It offers protection in very cold conditions; especially when paired with base layer. It is also very light weight.