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Comparing Running Jackets for Men

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Awards Editors' Choice Award Best Buy Award Top Pick Award Best Buy Award  
Price $179 List
$75.90 at Backcountry		$130 List
$97.50 at Backcountry		$170 List
$125.00 at Amazon		$45.74 at Backcountry
Compare at 3 sellers		$55.60 at Backcountry
Compare at 2 sellers
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Pros Ultralight, packs into its pocket, breathable, very comfortable, versatileLightweight, very breathable, comfortable, wool-lined hood, good visibilityVery light, excellent breathability, adjustable hood, great visibilityGood breathability, lots of pockets, portableVery light, soft and comfortable material
Cons No reflective visibility featuresHood not adjustableHarder to pack into its pocket than someNo reflective accents for visibilityNo pockets, limited weather resistance
Bottom Line When you're looking for an ultralight, packable jacket, this model is second to noneThis is a very comfortable jacket with a wool-lined hood and wool panels for breathability in the armpitsYou won't be missed in this super breathable and ultralight jacket with excellent visible colors and reflective materialsA comfortable jacket with just the right balance of weather protection, breathability, and weight, with a lower sticker price than the higher-end modelsA comfortable, lightweight performance top that blurs the line between a shirt and jacket
Rating Categories Patagonia Houdini A... Smartwool Merino Sp... Asics Men's Fujitra... Brooks Canopy Patagonia Airshed P...
Breathability (30%)
8.0
9.0
9.0
8.0
6.0
Weather Resistance (20%)
6.0
5.0
5.0
5.0
4.0
Comfort and Mobility (20%)
10.0
9.0
8.0
8.0
9.0
Portability (15%)
9.0
8.0
9.0
8.0
9.0
Features and Visibility (15%)
7.0
8.0
8.0
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5.0
Specs Patagonia Houdini A... Smartwool Merino Sp... Asics Men's Fujitra... Brooks Canopy Patagonia Airshed P...
Measured Weight (size Medium) 4.1 oz 5.2 oz 4.1 oz 5.6 oz 4.5 oz
Number of pockets 1 2 1 3 0
Main Material 51% Recycled Nylon, 39% Nylon, 10% Polyester with DWR finish 100% Nylon, non-PFC DWR finish 100% Nylon 100% Recycled Polyester 100% Nylon
Unique Features Carabiner clip-in loop Packs in to right hand pocket, wool vented pits Laser-cut ventilation holes Carry sling attaced to integrated stuff sack Integrated stuff sack, double zipper
Vent Type None Armpit Armpit, back None, breathable material only Front zip vent
Reflective material Logo Yes Yes None No
Hood Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes