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Comparing Softshell Jackets for Men

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Price $300.00 at REI
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$182.00 at Backcountry
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$168.73 at REI
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$289 List
$289.00 at Amazon
$70.92 at Backcountry
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Pros Durable fabric, great fit, all-around usefulnessWaterproof, comfortable, stretchyExcellent weather protection, great mobilityAthletic fit, easy to regulate heat, stretchySuper breathable, durable, inexpensive
Cons Limited water resistance, fitted cuffsSmall hood, light on featuresSlightly heavy, larger sizingZipper can be finicky, slightly heavierPoor wet weather protection
Bottom Line This is a great medium weight softshell jacket that will hold up to rugged use thanks to its durable fabricThis waterproof softshell jacket is one of the few hybrid models that we have found to be highly breathableThis is a softshell ready for the worst weather you can throw at itIf you are looking for an extremely breathable softshell, this jacket is a great choiceThis budget-friendly softshell is one of our favorites for summertime rock climbing
Rating Categories Arc'teryx Gamma LT... Rab Kinetic 2.0 Marmot ROM Hoody Mammut Ultimate VII... Outdoor Research Fe...
Weather Protection (30%)
8.0
9.0
8.0
8.0
4.0
Breathability (30%)
8.0
8.0
8.0
8.0
10.0
Mobility (25%)
9.0
7.0
8.0
8.0
10.0
Weight (10%)
7.0
8.0
7.0
7.0
7.0
Versatility (5%)
7.0
7.0
7.0
8.0
4.0
Specs Arc'teryx Gamma LT... Rab Kinetic 2.0 Marmot ROM Hoody Mammut Ultimate VII... Outdoor Research Fe...
Measured Weight (size medium) 17 oz 11.6 oz 16.1 oz 17.9 oz 13.4 oz
Material Wee Burly (56% nylon, 34% polyester, 10% elastane) 100% recycled polyester GORE-TEX Infinium: 92% recycled nylon, 8% elastane, plain weave, 170g/sqm 100% recycled polyester, Gore-Tex Infinium 86% nylon (46% recycled), 14% spandex
Type Active Technical Active Technical Active
Lined/Insulated? No No No Mesh backing Yes, lining 91% nylon, 9% spandex
Hood? Yes, helmet compatible, adjustable StormHood Yes, under helmet with rear hood adjustment Yes, hood compatible Yes, helmet compatible and adjustable Yes, climbing helmet compatible, adjustable, stowable
Number of Pockets (zippered unless otherwise noted) 3 (2 handwarmer, 1 internal) 2 (hand) 2 zippered hand, 1 zippred chest 3 (2 hand, 1 chest) 3 (2 hand, 1 chest)
Adjustable Cuffs? Stretch cuffs Yes, velcro Yes, vecro Stretch cuffs Elastic cuffs
Available Sizes XS - XXL S - XXL S - XXL S - 3XL S - XXXL