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Backcountry.com Stoic 2.0 Shell - Men's

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I'm 5'6 140lb, small or medium? Is this as breathable...

By Ranked #1356 - Men's Technical Shells October 15, 2009

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.

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By Ranked #121 - Men's Technical Shells October 19, 2009

JSung, I have a couple of suggestions for you on a jacket to wear when running in the winter. I've been using the MHW Transition Zip Pull-over. I've also used the BC Rime Zip Pullover. Both use Polartec Power Shield material which I find to be very windproof. I layer a light or medium baselayer depending on how cold it is. I'm running in Denver.

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By Ranked #80 - Men's Technical Shells October 16, 2009

Personally, I think that this is way too much jacket for running. It isn't insulated, but it doesn't breathe well, either. I'd look for something that weighs less, is more flexible (this jacket is a soft hard shell, not a soft shell), breathes better, and has more reflective bits on it. Unfortunately, (although I love this jacket) I haven't managed to find a jacket in that category to recommend, and can only say that the North Face Flight Series isn't what you want either (on the other end of the spectrum--it isn't good for anything other than being soft and a bright color with long sleeves). Good luck on your search.

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By Ranked #470 - Men's Technical Shells October 16, 2009

If your looking for something that you can layer underneath I would go with the medium I'm 5'10 and 150lbs and I have the medium but I can only fit a long sleeve shirt underneath comfortably. If your looking for just a rainproof shell with out the ability to layer I would go with the small. Hope that helps

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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 

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