Mountain Hardwear

HiCamp Shell Jacket - Men's

Close to a winner but needs small improvements

Well-made, good water resistance, and simple styling. Could be improved by insulating the pockets (no insulation or lining at all). The fit is also a bit odd. I'm a large in this although I'm a medium in the J Tree shacket, which I also have and fits perfectly (I'm 6'1, 175, +1 ape index for reference). The large fits my shoulders, but is too wide around the waist and bottom. The medium was way too tight around the shoulders/back, though the arm length and belly fit well - ultimately returned for a large since I couldn't comfortably bring my arms forward. If you don't have a climbers build (broad shoulders/back) it'd probable be true to size. Lastly, the drawstring along the bottom is a strange cinching system. The cords just hang out down there and it feels a bit cheap. A hybrid jacket that uses this shell for light weather resistance and the insulation of the J tree shacket would be perfect.