Gear Review
Good, not great
By Howard Worton
Ranked #795 - Men's Softshell Jackets
January 17, 2010
I have a previous version of this jacket - It had a different name then but it's the same jacket other than for details. I picked it up in Park City, at the Columbia Outlet store for $88. I'm 182cm tall and of heavy-ish build. The XL size is quite big and loose on me.
The jacket is quite well featured, apart from ventilation, which quite lets it down. Even so, for $200 this jacket is at the cheaper end of the market and, as such, is a bargain. The Columbia brand puts a lot of people off. If you are a brand-snob then you'll probably not be reading this review anyway though. Bottom line: If you are after a fairly cheap, well featured softshell then this is a very good option.
View Details: Columbia Wildcard III Softshell Jacket - Men's
Helpful Votes: 2 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [Shell] 87% polyester, 13% elastane; [Lining] Ultra Wick; [Insulation] 60g Microtemp XF II
- Waterproof Rating:
- Not specified
- Breathable Rating:
- Not specified
- Core Venting:
- No
- Pockets:
- 2 Front, 1 chest, 1 media, 1 goggle
- Seam Taped:
- No
- Powder Skirt:
- Yes, removable
- Hood:
- Yes, removable
- Zip-in Compatibility:
- No
- Recommended Use:
- Hiking, backpacking, climbing, skiing
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
Change me.



