Interesting piece, quirky

By inf2545674 Ranked #1231 - Men's Technical Shells May 11, 2010

Well first off, I bought this at steep and cheap, so this jacket is more worthwhile because it was 30-40 bucks cheaper in a size small. I have the luft insulated sweater too and both fit nicely in a size small, I'm 5'7 and ballpark 110 lbs, but a bigger person who's the same height and 150 lbs will not have a problem fitting it, fits true to size.

That said, the jacket isn't bad, it's quirky. I'm a skinny guy, but my arms aren't too long. The arm length on this jacket is longer than I would think necessary but the rest of the fit is pretty athletic for me. This jacket does attract a bit of dust and lint, but not too bad. I've worn it outside on rainy days and its fine. There is no powder skirt and since I bought it late in the season, didn't have much change to go ski/board with it. I've used the jacket while wearing anything from a very puffy mountain hardwear down jacket to just a hoody underneath with no problems. Haven't tried wearing a helmet underneath, but it seems like it will fit. My one concern is that the seam taping doesn't appear to be completely flat and uniform, so it may allow water to enter during heavy rain. So far I haven't noticed that happening, I've been dry during many rainy days without an umbrella. I personally like the black and neon green colors but it may not be for everyone. the zippper pockets are HUGE. You can put 8 envelopes from the mailman, if they are just regular envelopes, into your side pocket no problem. The neck and chin chaffing buffer could also be better, its pretty thin but kinda soft. I would not suggest this item for heavy winter backcountry skiing since I worry a snagged branch will cause it to rip, it should be fine for hiking though, so long as your not running up and down the mountain being chased by bears. It may not do too much to keep the cold away either, so insulation while wearing this piece will be important, I always layer up when I wear this, it is after all, just a shell, no insulation whatsoever.

Closing thoughts: As a rain/hiking jacket and an eventual spring ski/board jacket, it will do just fine. It's not the most durable shell and it does not insulate, so I will not be doing 5 degree packed powder ski/board with it, I'm just scared of hurting it rather than myself lol. A powder skirt would have been nice, but not always required. I have gotten compliments on this piece, because few have heard of Stoic on the east coast and lets admit that the colors attract attention, even the black.

Pro's-nice fit and colors, large hood and huge pockets, totally waterproof so far and good for layering .
Con's-quality concerns, long arm length, neck and chin buffer.

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