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Comparing Hardshell Jackets for Men

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Awards Editors' Choice Award Editors' Choice Award Top Pick Award Top Pick Award  
Price $649 List
$649.00 at Backcountry
$455.00 at Backcountry
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$519 List
$519.00 at Backcountry
$900 List
$900.00 at REI
$600.00 at REI
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Pros Excellent weather protection, great fit and coverage, good ventilationUnrivaled weather protection, great fit, durable, vents wellSturdy weather protection, supple fabric, lightweight, breathableExtremely durable, superior weather protection, great hood, easy to manipulate zippersDurable, great weather protection, excellent features, awesome storm collar
Cons Very expensive, a bit heavy, style not for everyoneExpensive, light on pocketsShort on pockets, slim fitHeavy, bulky, overkill for many, expensiveA bit large and bulky, baggy fit, expensive
Bottom Line This super-protective and well-fitting hardshell is versatile for any winter activityOur favorite hardshell for serious adventures, this jacket is protective, durable, and relatively lightweightA lightweight shell that boasts great weather protection but without the bells and whistles of other jacketsExtreme durability and weather protection, with a price to matchA fantastic hardshell that has a great set of features and an amazing collar, but comes at a hefty price
Rating Categories Norrona Trollveggen... Mammut Nordwand Adv... Norrona Falketind G... Arc'teryx Alpha SV Arc'teryx Beta AR
Weather Protection (30%)
10.0
10.0
8.0
10.0
10.0
Weight (20%)
6.3
7.1
9.0
4.8
7.0
Mobility and Fit (20%)
9.0
8.0
7.0
7.0
7.0
Venting and Breathability (20%)
7.0
7.0
8.0
5.0
5.0
Features and Design (10%)
7.0
6.0
5.0
9.0
5.0
Specs Norrona Trollveggen... Mammut Nordwand Adv... Norrona Falketind G... Arc'teryx Alpha SV Arc'teryx Beta AR
Pit Zips Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Measured Weight (size large) 16.8 oz 16.0 oz 14.1 oz 18.2 oz 16.1 oz
Material 100% recycled 40D Gore-Tex Pro with 160D reinforcements on shoulder, forearm, and hood 100% Polyamide 30D Gore-Tex Pro 30D Gore-Tex with C-Knit backer 100% recycled 100D Gore-Tex Pro 40D Gore-Tex Pro with 80D reinforcements
Pockets 2 front, 1 internal zippereed chest, 1 zippered electronics pocket inside front chest pocket 2 front, 1 internal zippered chest 2 hand, 1 internal zippered 2 front, 1 sleeve, 1 internal zippered, 1 internal mesh 2 front, 1 internal zippered
Helmet Compatible Hood Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Hood Draw Cords 1 3 1 4 4
Adjustable Cuffs Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Two-Way Front Zipper Yes Yes No No No