Gear Review
Mountain Hardwear Transition Softshell Jacket - Men's
Wicked Awesome For Winter Runs & Ski Touring
By Matt Hart
Ranked #169 - Men's Softshell Jackets
January 25, 2010
i got this jacked two years in a row as part of the montrail ultrarunning team kit. two years ago it didn't have a hood. i found the coat great, but this version is even better with the hoodie. it's perfect for cold morning snowy runs. it's got just enough breathability and the bomber wind stopper. i have started wearing it as my main jacket for backcountry skiing. skinning uphill in this jacket is just perfect. if it gets windy i put the hood on and go. it's got the thumb holds that give you that extra bit of hand warmth. i just throw a puffy on when i get to the top.. it's a thing of gear layering beauty.
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1 Comments Last Reply: November 19, 2010 By: hinde
I agree with this being an sweet fall/winter running and ski tour layer. I wear it as a base layer often while running as it is soft on the inside and vents well if u simply unzip the main zip. I also use this layer every time i'm touring in the backcoutry whether it be on some or just a high altitude adventure. Very nice/snug hood that is key to regulate body temp vs. using a hat. This layer and the arcteryx Atom Lt jacket are my most used and luved pieces...
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