Dawn Patrol Softshell Jacket - Men's
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Why We Like The Black Diamond Dawn Patrol Softshell Jacket
On a bluebird day, while getting ready for a short ski mountaineering session, the Black Diamond Dawn Patrol Softshell Jacket is the first thing we grab. This jacket's four-way stretch fabric repels wind and water to let us move freely. The fabric is also incredibly durable and breathable to keep us comfortable.
Details
- A technical softshell for long days in the backcountry
- Four-way stretch fabric is water-resistant and moves with you
- Adjustable hood fits over most ski and climbing helmets
- High collar and hook-and-loop cuffs seal out drafts
- Designed for technical layering with harness-compatible pockets
- Item #BLD00JO
- Responsible Collection
- Bluesign Approved
- Material
- four-way stretch (63% nylon, 26% polyester, 11% elastane), DWR coating
- Seams
- critical seams sealed
- Fit
- regular
- Length
- hip
- Center Back Length
- 29in
- Hood
- helmet-compatible
- Pockets
- 2 zippered hand, 1 zippered chest, 2 internal drop
- Claimed Weight
- 1lb 3oz
- Activity
- climb, mountaineering
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 1 year
Reviews
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Overall Rating
4.5 based on 46 ratings
Review Summary
Fits True To Size
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageFebruary 1, 2024
Multi use - great for backpacking!
I know this was designed as a ski shell, but this was ideal for a fairly mild day hiking on Franconia Ridge, NH. It was great for temperature control, breathing well on various uphills but blocking 35-40mph winds well enough to not miss my hard shell. It was really nice to have pack compatible pockets and a stretchy fabric to warm my BD mitts against my chest. It was great to have confidence in the fabric's durability with the many downed trees and various obstacles along the trail, rather than worrying about ripping a shell... Thanks for a great jacket!
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
February 1, 2024
Great for high tempo efforts
Breathes well to regulate temperature on uphill efforts, good protection on the downhill. Internal pockets keep skins warm and sticky. Very happy with purchase. Very functional piece of kit.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
January 23, 2024
Fits true to size
Unlike many other ski shells, this one fits true to size. I am 6’2” and 190#. I ordered XL. Full shell fabric that is stretchy. Thin with no insulation.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
January 21, 2024
M's Dawn Patrol Shell
Great as an outer coat or layer on cold days. Fits true to size and great pockets for Backcountry Skiing - which are hard to find on most coats. Design of materials used helps the coat vent heat on the uphill.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
January 15, 2024
Great!
Super happy with this shell. Fits well and works well. Would buy again
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
January 9, 2024
Flexy and breathable
The flex is impressive and very breathable! Fit is on the athletic side yet comfortable.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
December 25, 2023
Snug fit
I'm 6'1", 180lbs and this was a snug fit. Most Large jackets fit fine, this one the sleeve length was perfect, but the chest and shoulders were snug. IDK if I'll try an XL as the sleeves and other aspects might change for the worst.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
December 15, 2023
Great jacket!
This is my go-to jacket for winter hikes in the white mountains of NH, but it’s also great for ice or alpine climbing. I’ve bought a second one for when the first eventually wears out incase it ever gets discontinued! It’s made of a really durable, stretchy, and comfortable material similar to OR’s cirque pants. The inside drop-pockets are nice for items you don’t want to freeze like soft-flasks, electronics, or snacks! Does great in moderate wind or mildly wet/snowy weather. It’s not the lightest jacket, but it’s so durable I never worry about abusing it going through narrow trails or blowdowns. Get it!
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
December 10, 2023
Stretch for days
Love the fit and the stretch it amazing. 6’0 200 and large was perfect.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
November 8, 2023
Dawn Patrol Shell
I’ve only had a chance to wear this in snow around town and some rain while camping and hiking in Montana fall, and I have to say I’m impressed with this shell. I am only familiar with hard shell ski jackets and am impressed with the comfort and stretch from this jacket. Very excited to wear it on the skin track and at the resort this winter! I’m 5’10 and 175 and the large fits perfect. It is just slightly loose with a t shirt and perfect with a mid layer.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
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