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Backcountry.com Shift Composite Jacket - Men's

Item #BCC0165 | 0 in Stock

Is the jacket suitable for running during winter and spring?...

By Ranked #3588 - Men's Softshell Jackets October 26, 2009

Is the jacket suitable for running during winter and spring? Or is it too thick and cumbersome?

Helpful Votes: 0 Yes

By Ranked #113 - Men's Softshell Jackets October 27, 2009

I wouldn't call this a bulky jacket, but I doubt that you would be comfortable running in this jacket in the Spring - it might be OK for the winter depending on warm you get while running and how cold the winters are. I would say that this jacket is probably better for activities more along the lines of cool/cold weather hiking than running. Personally, I'd look at something more like the Mountain Hardwear Transition Jacket which a real light-weight windstopper shell for your purposes.

Helpful Votes: 0 Yes

Tech Specs:

Material:
[Shell] Polartec Power Shield; [Panels] Polartec Power Stretch 
Waterproof Rating:
Water-repellent 
Breathable Rating:
Highly-breathable 
Core Venting:
No, naturally breathable 
Pockets:
2 Hand, 1 hidden security, 1 internal audio, 1 wrist 
Powder Skirt:
No 
Hood:
No 
Zip-in Compatibility:
No 
Recommended Use:
Skiing, snowboarding, alpine climbing, mountaineering, cold-weather hiking 
Manufacturer Warranty:
Lifetime 
Country of Origin:
Canada 
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