- Home
- Backcountry.com Stoic 2.0 Shell - Men's
- Question and Answer
- Backcountry.com Stoic 2.0 Shell - Men's
Gear Question
Backcountry.com Stoic 2.0 Shell - Men's
I am getting a little confused on the sizing so I'd like...
By Rocky Mountain Goat
Ranked #123 - Men's Technical Shells
June 4, 2009
I am getting a little confused on the sizing so I'd like some advice from people who already bought one and are similar to my size. I am 5'9", 160 pounds, 41-42 inch chest and about a 31 inch waist. I would like be able to wear a base layer and on cold days a midlayer (was thinking of the BC Prime Powerstretch zip shirt or BC Siphon Primaloft jacket. Also, would this be too heavy and hot for Rocky Mountain range hiking. I am planning to do several trips that will last 2-4 nights and range from 9,000-14,000 feet. I have an REI eVent jacket (shuskan jacket) I could use but I don't want to beat it up scrambling over rocks and ducking through trees.
View Details: Backcountry.com Stoic 2.0 Shell - Men's
By Rob de Luca
August 17, 2009
I'm almost EXACTLY your size, at 5'10" and 165#, 40 inch chest and 32in waist. Here's my advice: if you want to wear an insulated-fill piece underneath, get the Large (I wear a size M Siphon Primaloft under my size L 2.0, fits perfectly). If you want to wear baselayer and maybe a thin fleece midlayer, get the Medium. Not sure if you're asking about weight or temperature in your second question, but I would say the 2.0 is a great choice for hiking the Rockies, period.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
By Darksider
Ranked #156 - Men's Technical Shells
June 5, 2009
While I am not similiar to your size, I believe that going with what the last two sentences' recommendation is the way to go. Since you are looking to use a midlayer, I would go one size up from your usual. I have a 46" chest, and I went with the XXL so I could use my Siphon Wool as a midlayer. The Bombshell compares to Gore-Tex Pro, so it will not breathe as much as your present eVent jacket. But, as you were thinking, it will also stand up to more abuse.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [Shell] 3-ply Bombshell 2.0 stretch nylon weave with bamboo-carbon tricot backer
- Waterproof Rating:
- 20K
- Breathable Rating:
- 15,000g
- Core Venting:
- Underarm zips
- Pockets:
- 2 Hand, 1 chest
- Seam Taped:
- Welded seams
- Powder Skirt:
- No
- Hood:
- Yes
- Zip-in Compatibility:
- No
- Weight:
- 1lb 6oz (612g)
- Recommended Use:
- High-output pursuits in poor weather
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
Change me.