Gear Review
Columbia Ice Ax II Soft Shell Jacket - Men's
good for town, not so good for active sports
By Matthew Simerson
Ranked #1792 - Men's Softshell Jackets
April 5, 2010
I'm a climber and have worn this jacket for a couple months, including a dozen outings. It's a great layer when temps are moderate (35-50°) and I'm not working very hard. As soon as I start working, even climbing a short pitch, its too much and I have to shed it. That's problematic because it is heavy and bulky, two things I loathe in my pack.
When the temps are cold, I still need my down jacket, and if it's dripping, I still need a shell. Therefore, it now stays home on most every 'active' outing. I find that it's much better for around town wear than active sports.
View Details: Columbia Ice Ax II Soft Shell Jacket - Men's
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [Shell] 89% Polyester, 11% elastane ; [Lining] polyester fleece
- Waterproof Rating:
- Water resistant
- Fit:
- Active
- Center Back Length:
- 28.5in (72.4cm)
- Core Venting:
- No
- Pockets:
- 2 Hand, 1 chest
- Seam Taped:
- No
- Powder Skirt:
- No
- Hood:
- No
- Zip-in Compatibility:
- Button-in
- Recommended Use:
- Skiing, hiking, layering, casual
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
Change me.