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Backcountry.com Shift Welder Hoody - Men's

Item #BCC0146 | 19 in Stock
5 Star Rating

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By Ranked #474 - Men's Softshell Jackets January 7, 2009

I got this off of SAC the day they unveiled this, and for the price I don't think you could beat it. I got the medium and it is a very athletic fit. I am 5'9" and 185 with broad shoulders and it fits like a glove with a layer underneath. You don't need much under this b/c it is surprisingly warm for the weight, so i wouldn't try and layer this over a heavy sweater due to the fit. The sleeves are on the long side, so keep that in mind if you have to size up. The welded seams rock on these and the hood allows for a wide field of vision that moves with you head very well. The carbon is lighter in person than in the pictures, but still looks great. My only complaint that I can think of is that the two way zipper doesn't catch on the first try sometimes like it should. This is more of an annoyance than a problem, but for everything this jacket offers I will grin and bear it.

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Tech Specs:

Material:
Polartec Power Shield softshell 
Waterproof Rating:
Highly water-resistant 
Breathable Rating:
Highly breathable 
Core Venting:
No 
Pockets:
2 Hand, 1 chest, 1 internal chest 
Seam Taped:
No, welded seams 
Powder Skirt:
No 
Hood:
Yes 
Zip-in Compatibility:
No 
Weight:
22oz (635g) 
Recommended Use:
Skiing, hiking, climbing, camping, touring, backpacking 
Manufacturer Warranty:
Lifetime 
Country of Origin:
China 

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