The North Face Modulation Insulated Jacket - Men's - 2009 BCS

I like this shell. It's insulated, but light enough it doesn't sweat you out for skiing and only requires minimal layers. Also, the insulation means I can throw it on over just a sweater and head out on the town in winter conditions where you need a waterproof shell, where a non insulated shell just wouldn't cut the cold down enough.
Things missed in the "tech specs":
hood is removeable. drawstring hem. hand pockets and collar lined with thin soft stuff. two way zip up the front. ski pass clip. goggle wipe in sleeve pocket.
This jacket is cut long, and with room to layer. Sleeves seem particularly roomy. cuffs have some elastic in them, but also cinch down by velcro - a nice combination.
4 stars because the cut isn't very athletic and the powder skirt isn't removeable. And the jacket is made entirely of TNF proprietary stuff. Hyvent and heatseeker work good and all, but isn't as nice as gore-tex and primaloft or polarguard.

Very stylish and well designed jacket. It's very warm, and was a nice surprise to find that the hood was detachable, so when I use my helmet, I have the option of removing the hood.