Gear Review
Mountain Hardwear Alchemy Softshell Jacket - Men's
This is THE jacket to end all Jackets!!!
By Cutback
Ranked #1693 - Men's Softshell Jackets
March 26, 2009
Hands down the best around jacket that I have own thus far. I'm from Colorado and it gets pretty windy and this jacket stops the wind. period. no if ands or buts. I sheds light rain pretty well but a torrential downpour, dries quickly though. It doesn't rain much in Colorado anyways. Awesome in the snow. I use it standalone for a wide range of temps, and b/c its windproof, you can get to some pretty low temps if you are active. Standing still you might get cold. Breaths well too. Love the fact that I can come from a ~30 F temps outside into ~68 F temps inside and still have the jacket on, fully zipped and be comfortable. Its lightweight and packs down very small and very durable. I layer with my REI Taku jacket and I can take on any mountain in CO. Gets a lot of compliments to. I suggest the peat moss. Adventure On!!!
View Details: Mountain Hardwear Alchemy Softshell Jacket - Men's
Helpful Votes: 1 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [Shell] Gore-Tex Windstopper Softshell and Alchemy Stretch Softshell (91%) nylon and 9% Lycra; [Lining]: Fleece
- Waterproof Rating:
- Water-resistant
- Breathable Rating:
- Not specified
- Center Back Length:
- 28.5in [M] (72.4cm)
- Core Venting:
- No, naturally breathable throughout
- Pockets:
- 2 Hand zip, 1 welded chest, 1 interior zip
- Seam Taped:
- No, welded seams
- Powder Skirt:
- No
- Hood:
- No
- Zip-in Compatibility:
- No
- Weight:
- [Lrg] 1lb 6oz. (632g)
- Recommended Use:
- Ice / alpine climbing, backcountry skiing
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- China
Change me.