Greatest skinning jacket...ever!

By Josh Ranked #85 - Men's Softshell Jackets January 28, 2011

This jacket is perhaps the modern equivalent of the Marmot driclime -- something I wear so often that it's kind of ridiculous.

For ski touring, this is the best skinning jacket I've found, particularly on a wet day. I simply hate getting soaked on the way up. I sweat too much in my hardshell and all my softshells are simply too warm for truly athletic endeavors. This jacket, worn over a light baselayer is simply just right for working hard in wet or windy conditions. Just water resistant enough to keep the outside moisture outside, and breathable enough to keep the internal moisture from staying inside.

I skin in this jacket, get to the top and simply throw a hooded, warmer softshell (and/or puffy, depending on temps and how long I need to wait for everyone to drink their tea!) and I'm ready to go downhill.

Simply put, one of the most versatile pieces of clothing I own -- I now bike in it, nordic ski in it...

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