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- Seam taped and waterproof Ventia soft shell fabric breathes deeply and keeps you protected from elements; the toasty fleece interior warms you to the core
- Dual-pull adjustable hood completes the full coverage package
- Moderate stretch allows a full range of motion
- Water-resistant zippers create bombproof seals for skiing wet snow or climbing dripping waterfall ice
- There are 2 zippered, mesh-backed pockets
- Elastic and hook/loop cuff closures keep out spindrift
- Dual drawcord hem adjustments
- Weight: 1 lb 3 oz
- Waterproofing: Ventia laminate
- Shell Fabric: Ventia soft shell
I love this jacket. It looks good and fits well (flattering, but not so tight you can't layer a light fleece underneath) and it totally cuts rain/wind/etc. I expected to only use it in spring and fall, but with a 200-weight fleece underneath it has kept me warm down to 30 degrees or so (and I'm really bad in the cold). Only con is the zipper is a little tough towards the top. But I think that's more a testament to the durability of the jacket than a major flaw.
I wouldn't take it as a shell to use while hiking, because it's not breathable. But I usually prefer getting wet during the day and changing when I get into camp anyway (except in the very worst downpours), so this doubles really nicely as a rain jacket and light insulation, and it saves having to pack both layers separately.