Good...not great

By jsung Ranked #27 - Men's Softshell Jackets October 13, 2009

I was researching several softshells, mainly to go running during the fall/winter months in the Wash DC area. I ordered the Shift, mainly cause of the price and the rave reviews. Though I can't say I'm disappointed I can't say I'm thrilled either. It is a good jacket, feels soft, fits well, light and blocks wind. The clincher was the collar, it kept rubbing against my adam's apple and chin and bothered the hell out of me. Also the fit is snug and athletic (which is what I wanted) but it didn't move as well as some others I tried. And though it was light, seemed lighter than other softshells that were in that price range. Ultimately I ended up returning it and buying the Marmot Leadville (when it went on sale). The Leadville was a bit heavier, moved slightly better, but most of all, didn't rub against my chin and throat. All in all, not a bad jacket, was almost a toss up between the two(yeah I do have some regrets returning it).

View Details: Backcountry.com Shift Softshell Jacket - Men's

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