Performs as good as it looks

By Deal-searcher Ranked #919 - Men's Jackets February 2, 2009

I'm 5'11" with a slim build, and it fits perfectly. The sleeves are a little on the long side, but fear not--not too long. The cupped sleeves inside really help make this jacket keep me warm down to temps in the upper 40s(haven't tried lower temps yet) with just a long sleeve cotton shirt underneath and khakis.

The jacket is very light for the warmth it provides; its lightness I think keeps it from making you feel stuffy. The hood was one of my primary reasons for buying it, as I have water-resistant clothing, but none with hoods up until this point. The hood covers my whole head and then some--the zip provides coverage for my neck, and the front of the hood extends a couple of inches to give my face some extra shelter.

The wool blend works pretty well in my opinion--the inside is extremely comfortable and is different from the texture of the outside, so don't worry about itch. Also, it's machine washable, so no need to worry about taking it to the dry clean.

As for looks, this jacket is aesthetically more appealing than I originally expected. It looks very nice, unique, sturdy, and well made. The collar has great style and does not droop down easily. Even the goat logo blends in so weel(for the grayish color); it is stylishly present yet subtle.

I have nothing bad to say about this jacket--although I was able to get it for 30% off; depending on your budget, you may have to think twice about whether you want to spend $180 on it. It ranks as one of my most satisfactory purchases in a long time.

View Details: Backcountry.com Siphon Wool Hooded Jacket - Men's

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