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Backcountry.com Shift Welder Hoody - Men's

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I've been looking at this jacket for a while, but I keep...

By Ranked #3378 - Men's Softshell Jackets August 18, 2009

I've been looking at this jacket for a while, but I keep seeing different concerns about the sizing.

I'm 6'-4", 230lbs. A little soft in the middle, but not a beer gut or anything. I'd like to be able to wear a light fleece and baselayer underneath if necessary, but not be swimming in it when not. Will the XL be big enough? How about the sleeves? I've got about a 36" wing.

Thanks.

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By Ranked #1217 - Men's Softshell Jackets October 27, 2009

I'm 6'2" 240, wear a 46L jacket and this fits very well in an XL with a base layer, mid layer, and a mid weight fleece. If you want it to be loose fitting fitting you'd need a XXL. But as a shell with a more technical fit I think the XL is just right. To give a comparison I think its just slightly more athletic cut or V-shaped than a TNF Apex or the BC Shift Elelment. I have a 38" waste and have a little extra padding and am fine. So I'd think, unless you have a gut you should be okay.

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By Ranked #308 - Men's Softshell Jackets August 18, 2009

An XL would probably be just about right. With a light fleece, there won't be too much room to spare (and there probably wouldn't be room for a bulky midlayer), but this jacket is not quite as fitted as some other backcountry.com clothing. The sleeves are on the longer side, so you shouldn't have a problem there.

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Tech Specs:

Material:
Polartec Power Shield softshell 
Waterproof Rating:
Highly water-resistant 
Breathable Rating:
Highly breathable 
Core Venting:
No 
Pockets:
2 Hand, 1 chest, 1 internal chest 
Seam Taped:
No, welded seams 
Powder Skirt:
No 
Hood:
Yes 
Zip-in Compatibility:
No 
Weight:
22oz (635g) 
Recommended Use:
Skiing, hiking, climbing, camping, touring, backpacking 
Manufacturer Warranty:
Lifetime 
Country of Origin:
China 

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