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Arc'teryx Stingray Jacket - Men's
what does softshell mean? Is the stingray jacket like a fleece...
By matt
Ranked #1323 - Men's Ski Jackets
February 2, 2011
what does softshell mean? Is the stingray jacket like a fleece or more like a light ski jacket
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By Brandon Carlile
Ranked #1 - Men's Ski Jackets
February 3, 2011
a bit of clarification on the term "softshell" this is used in two ways. In this case it's GoreTex SoftShell- a trademarked name indicating a totally water and wind proof jacket, with a bit of polyester fuzz inside to give it a soft feel, and just a touch of warmth. The GoreTex SoftShell are great for fighting off foul weather and keeping you dry when it's dumping or pouring rain. The other "softshell" use, is as a category of jackets that are typically very breathable, stretchy and weather resistant, as opposed to totally weatherproof-this family of garments is best for high-output activities where breathability is as important as weatherproofness.
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By pbr3891988
Ranked #818 - Men's Ski Jackets
February 2, 2011
It's a shell meaning that it has very little insulation. It has a very, very light fleece lining but really that's just for texture as opposed to warmth. You'll definitely want to layer this on top of a bottom layer and, depending on temp, a mid-layer. The outside is Softshell Gore-Tex, as opposed to other types of Gore-Tex (e.g., Pro Shell) which, though still water and wind proof, makes it a bit soft to the touch and which gives it just a slight stretchiness. Check out Arc'Teryx's website for a really good description. I picked this up a few weeks back and just got back from a trip out west and loved it.
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- Gore-Tex Soft Shell
- Insulation:
- Poly fleece
- Fabric Waterproof Rating:
- guaranteed waterproof
- Fabric Breathability Rating:
- guaranteed breathable
- Fit:
- regular
- Venting:
- underarm zips
- Powder Skirt:
- yes
- Pockets:
- 2 front, 1 interior, 1 sleeve
- Seams:
- yes fully taped
- Hood:
- yes
- Liner-Compatible:
- no
- Weight:
- 22.1 oz
- Recommended Use:
- skiing, snowboarding
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
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