Transition Jacket - Men's by Mountain Hardwear

DISCLAIMER:Maybe its because I got lucky in the way they make this jacket because the XL size fits my 200 lb frame exactly, neatly tapered style. So the great fit makes for a great match for me.

This is a well designed jacket because its so versatile for all season and weather. If I had to say one thing about this jacket, other than its fit and good looks, it would be its value-to-weight ratio. It is made to be very compact and light so that it can be stuffed into a computer bag, travel bag or backpack and take up very very little room and weight. And thats why I love it. For most purposes its going to keep you dry. Its great for just casual wear too.

Runners
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For me, the worst conditions it works hard in is winter running with wind and snow blowing hard up in the North East. I have a training program so I seldom miss runs. I run in weather down to 20F with a three layer system. The two inner layers (underarmour compression + north face...Read more

Very light jacket-wind breaker.
Well made.
Love the hood.
Seams are sealed.
One of my favorites.

The first time I put on this jacket I knew I was going to buy it. I mean it fit me like a glove. I have never had a piece of clothing straight off the rack feel like it was made just for me. I live in Alaska and run year round. I wear this jacket during my training runs (10+ miles) in -10 degree weather with nothing underneath except a Mountain Hardwear midweight longsleeve top and I stay plenty warm while on the move. It breathes well and performs perfectly. In light drizzles it keeps you dry but don't think it would do the same in a shower. The zipper has a nice long tether attached to it which makes it easy to open and close when needing to vent and I can even grab it with big bulky mittens on. The price is a little scary at first but its definitely worth it.