Solid softshell, but there are better choices...

By tsaylor45 Ranked #3241 - Men's Softshell Jackets February 4, 2008

I like this softshell pretty well, but I don't like it as much as I like my Patagonia Winter Guide. First, the Bionic has no hood--a big draw back. Secondly, although it feels bulky, it isn't nearly as warm as my Mountain Guide. However, for half the price, you get more than half the quality...hence, four stars. I am 6'0"/165 lbs and the Medium fits well with a thin baselayer underneath, or a thicker fleece but with added thickness you lose mobility and start to feel bulky. And really, if you are using this jacket as you should be--cold-weather exercising, like hiking, biking, and running--you're fine. For walking around campus only, like 95% of the people at the U of MN use it for, it's inadequate..try something thicker.

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