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Backcountry.com Stoic 2.0 Shell - Men's
I'm looking for a softshell with these exact features--something...
By burgoose411434
Ranked #2645 - Men's Technical Shells
April 4, 2009
I'm looking for a softshell with these exact features--something that's suuper breathable, but still has pitzips (i sweat. a lot). Does BC.com have anything like this? The closest thing i've found is the Arc'teryx Venta. thanks for the help!
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By Babak Sakaki
Ranked #22 - Men's Technical Shells
April 5, 2009
I was looking for the exact same thing: an extremely breathable softshell for someone who sweats profusely. I have thoroughly tested and even owned several softshells: Marmot Superhero and Leadville, MHW Dragon, TNF Cipher, Patagonia Spraymaster, BC.com Rime and the BC.com Welder. Honestly, out of ALL of them, the Welder/Rime breathed the best due to the IMHO superior fabrics. Polartec Powershield breathes TONS better than Windstopper, which is what the MHW,TNF, and Marmot are comprised of. For touring or high exertion activites, there is nothing better. The Welder weighs about the same as the Stoic 2.0, but with light fleece pockets and has an internal music pocket. The Arcteryx Gamma MX hoody is a similar jacket that costs more.
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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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