Seems to fit a little long but great for powder days as it stops extra snow from getting up.

Bought this at the end of the season so I have not worn it yet. Seems to be a very rugged and well made shell. The size is quite a bit larger than other Patagonia jackets I have worn, maybe this is the design. All said I am quite happy with the purchase.

Great jacket all around. Fit is perfect, slim but not too tight. I bought a small for a more streamlined fit. One of the only brands that fit my shoulders in a size small. Most other brands were too tight in the shoulders. I have 41 inch chest and 31 waist so smalls are usually too tight and restrict shoulder movement and mediums are baggy in the body.

Adjustable powder skirt is really nice, collar is perfect height when hood is up to keep out weather but stays below my mouth so it doesn't get soaked from my breath. Jacket breathes really well even on a 40 degree day at Snowbird. Hood fits my helmet perfect and doesn't limit my field of vision. Water repellant finish is very high quality. The coat is longer cut as mentioned by others but I had no problem with that. Kept the snow out of my coat on a 20+ inch powder day in Utah.

I would highly recommend this coat!

I love this jacket. I really like the styling and the bright yellow, which keeps me visible to friends, even in the trees. (The yellow will show dirt and tree branch scuffs but I don't mind)

I was concerned about the length as I read reviews of people who felt it slid over their butt when they crouched and restricted their bending down motion, but it's really not a problem. I tested it and if I take a wide stance and crouch it does get tight below my butt, but A) I don't notice it while riding and B) if you slightly cinch the waist drawstring the waist stays put and the problem goes away entirely.

I love the arm pocket! The hood works well over my helmet. I've only worn it a few days so I can't vouch for durability, but it seems tough. I did wear it on an extremely windy day that shut down a lot of lifts and it kept the wind out 100%. I also wore it in a rainstorm (at sea level) as a raincoat and it kept me dry. On the mountain it's ready for anything.

Not an overload of features, just a solid shell. Pit zips provide good airflow, so it's doing well both in the resort and skinning/bootpacking into the sidecountry and dealing with Pac NW conditions (heavy snow and variable temps, lots of storm skiing).

I have a long torso and need a fair bit of room in the shoulders/chest, so I got the XXL. Probably could have gotten away with the XL, but the extra sizing keeps things from riding up. Highly recommended.

I'm pleased with the jacket, but I find it too long. Rather than repeating the other reviewers who said a lot of good things, and with which I agree, I just wanted to point out one negative.

The jacket feels too long -- it doesn't have enough range of motion. When I'm carving down a wide slope, the jacket "hangs up" on my butt and doesn't let me crouch/assume lower position. I'm finding myself constantly pulling up the jacket to be at my waist, and then it's perfect. It's enough of an annoyance that I'm considering getting another jacket... but the construction and fit and utility is otherwise excellent.

Picked up the Powder Bowl as a dual purpose shell. One that I could eventually tour in and one that I could use on the resort. The jacket is the perfect ratio of burley enough for it to be durable but not to heavy for it to still be an adequate touring jacket.

The fit is great on the jacket as it runs a little baggy, allowing for layering to take place under the jacket. The ski pass pocket on the outside arm is also a great touch for your RFID passes. The pow skirt on the jacket is also adjustable so you can tighten or loosen as much as you'd like in order to get the best fit.

So far the jacket has been bomber and kept me warm and dry up at Snowbird. Have ridden a few powder days so far in this jacket that have been fairly wet and fairly dry and I have yet to run cold, the Gore-Tex is clearly doing its job well.

This shell has lasted through a full season of 100 plus days in the Wasatch and meets and exceeds expectations. The construction is true to Patagonia and you know they will stand behind their product if needed. The fit isn't overly baggy and I never felt drafty. Layering is not an issue and it is surprisingly breathable.

I normally wear size M but decided to get S for a tapered fit. If you're looking for a high performance breathable shell, then look no further.

Bought this for my husband, his review...This is a really good jacket. I'm 6'3", 195 lbs. I went with the size L and it fits great. Sometimes I have to buy XL shirts/jackets because the arms aren't long enough on size L, but Patagonia seems to put a little extra length in the sleeves which is great. It's a sharp looking jacket with high end features. Very lightweight and low profile. Not too tight though. There's room for movement without looking "baggy". Highly waterproof. My only critique is that the hood could be a little easier to adjust, but that's very minor. You can't go wrong with this jacket IMO.

I am shorter and wider than most skiers and snowboarders and I always have trouble with finding a jacket that fits great and isn't too hot. The XXL size is a perfect size. The jacket is warm, but not too warm and has vents on the side for hot spring days.

5'10" 190 and the medium fits great with a baselayer and down midlayer. I wear a large in Patagonia Down vest and jacket. Very durable, no worries of tearing in the trees.

I picked up this jacket right before a attending a ski camp. Wore it five straight days in very cold temps and really love this jacket. The fit is perfect for me, sleeves are a perfect length and really enjoy the longer back. Was a little concerned with the color but it looks better in person compared to the picture. This jacket has great pocket placement too. Its a keeper.

BROS! this jacket is a twisted stone cold shred shield. i was worried at first that it was to long and that the thickness of the gortex would make me a sweaty Betty, fear not though cause this network of hooded looks is T.I.G.H.T.! take it from me ive but it through some serious back-country action. i mean.. you would have thought it was thanks giving and the mountain was a turkey i was doing so much carving.. got it in black like snow ninja..the hood works great over my brain bucket and the arm sleeve as simple as it sounds has changed my chair lift game as far as chapstick or a flask... get out and arrest some pow bros.

I just got this jacket after owning an older version. I must say, at first I was taken back. It seemed like patagonia had almost gone back in time. A lot of the features- like waterproof pit zippers and a fancy drawstring for the hood- where not featured on my newer jacket. I think patagonia realized that simpler is better. My old jacket was wearing heavily because of the waterproof pit zippers (they were too stiff). The draw string system was also problematic. It would loosen over time. So in conclusion, sometimes the old ways are better than fancy new ways. This jacket is proof.