Im no Gomer Pile, but suprise suprise !

By Robert Stianche Jr. Ranked #812 - Men's Softshell Jackets January 15, 2010

Just received my UPS package from backcountry.com, Initial thoughts. Well, the Carrot color, matches the pic on the webpage. , the logo's are right where they show on the webpage. Fit is athletic, I'm 6'2", 230lbs, built like a clidesdale (mtb stuff). I have an average torso for my size. The fit for me , XL size, is very comfortable, I do like the long sleeves , no need for a hook and loop closure, and keeps the cuffs tucked nicely within your gloves. I have plenty of overhang at the waist, and the cut reminds me of a mtb/ bicycle cut in the back, (offers a lower back than the front when crouched over)so the wind stays off your back. The zippers are nice fabric micro style, but not the h2o proof you see on some. There are 3 nice outside pocket and 1 ipod style inner pocket with the cord hole for earphones. I'm amazed how light this jacket feels, very airy. Back to the fit. My XL allows me enough room to put either my fleese vest or long sleeve under this jacket for layering, but I can also use this jacket as a underlayer for another shell, Its light enough and non restrictive, it can qualify as a base layer (almost). The fabric seems very tough (for a soft shell), the stitching looks A1, mostly double stitching throughout (only single in the neck coller). The inside fleese is butter soft. There is a elastic sinch strap at the waist, very easy to operate. All logo's are stitched in, no laminated graphics (nice) Zipper pulls,are easy to grab with gloves on and the operation is smooth. The windproof quality shows right away, and functions as stated. I'll report back on this item with my real world Skiing report. East coast conditons, aka, damp and cold. So far I'm pleased with this product.

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