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Arc'teryx Firee Softshell Jacket - Men's
Write your question here...Hi, I live in the Chicago area and...
By Ivan
Ranked #2126 - Men's Softshell Jackets
November 8, 2010
Write your question here...Hi, I live in the Chicago area and want, if possible, a standalone jacket for the winter. Just for casual use to keep me warm and dry. Any from Arcteryx? Thanks.
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By Esoteric
Ranked #48 - Men's Softshell Jackets
November 10, 2010
Ivan, I find that this Firee jacket is warmer than the kappa AR when worn over just a T-shirt. My wife owns the Kappa SV (the SV version has more grams of primaloft "stuffing" than the AR), but it's also pretty hardcore. If I were you I'd go with the hooded version of the Firee, this jacket is very warm and casual.
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By Brandon Carlile
Ranked #2 - Men's Softshell Jackets
November 8, 2010
Chicago- I imagine windy,humid and cold. This Firee is a great jacket, but it's not totally windproof (blocks about 90%) and it's water resistant. If you don't need mid-winter protection, it would be great. I'd suggest looking at the Kappa Hoody-it's Primaloft insulated Windstopper, but doesn't look like most insulated jackets- no marshmellow effect. The Kappa will keep you toasty through all the winter conditions, and the hood might be your best friend if it's really blowin' and snowin'. For maximum protection-Fission AR or SV-totally waterproof, too.
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