Gear Review
Excellent design - very functional!
By ncaligirl
Ranked #59 - Women's Softshell Jackets
December 27, 2007
I purchased this jacket in Oct 07 and it has performed wonderfully, even at 60+ mph on a motorcycle in 35-40 deg F temps. Very windproof, excellent water resistance, comfortable albeit at times a bit warm for coastal hiking in N. California (that's my fault, I'm just learning how to best use the jacket in the climate here). The cut is excellent, I love the drawstring at the hem (a must), and the pockets are perfect - interior and exterior. People often ask me what the goat is all about, so it is good advertising. All in all - great features, and excellent construction/materials/design.
I guessed at my size and ordered a Med - it works (I'm 5'7" and tend to be a size 6/8) - just long enough in the arms and jacket hem comes over the hips to keep out the drafts, with room for layering underneath.
View Details: Backcountry.com Shift Softshell Jacket - Women's
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- Polartec Power Shield
- Waterproof Rating:
- Highly water-resistant
- Breathable Rating:
- Not available
- Pockets:
- 2 Hand, 1 interior chest, 1 interior security, 1 MP3, 1 wrist stash
- Hood:
- No
- Removable Hood:
- N / A
- Zip-in Compatibility:
- No
- Recommended Use:
- Skiing, touring, climbing, hiking, aerobic activities
- Country of Origin:
- Canada
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