Don't listen to that other review. Moosejaw was awesome in getting me this jacket. I had gotten the previous year's model with rewards points and it didn't fit but by the time…
- Matthew, 09/17/12
I bought this jacket last year just before Christmas. After spending the previous winter getting wet and cold in my old jacket. I have to say that I have been blown away by…
- Paul, 01/03/13
The jacket was great until all the glued seems starting falling apart. Used the jacket less than 10 times and noticed that the glued seems starting coming apart. Never washed.…
- brendan, 09/24/12
Seattle
I am about the 1,000,001 person to talk about how amazing the Alpha SV is. Fortress, true to size with great mobility. 5'9" 170lbs. Athletic. = Medium. I got it in Summit S…
- AUGUSTUS, 09/05/12
San Diego, CA
I had tried many different Gortex jackets and I was not impressed. The insides of those jackets were always wet with any high aerobic activity.
I bought the Beta FL not exp…
- GUY, 10/06/12
ASHLAND
The outer material is very high quality, pictures can't do it justice. The coreloft insulation is super soft, springy, and gives the feel of the perfect balance between weight…
- JACOB, 01/09/13
Seattle
Bought this for the hubby because he needed something he could just throw on in our cold WY winters without having to layer up. I was hoping it would be like my North Face Red…
- AUDREY, 08/05/12
Teton County, WY
Excellent jacket, HOWEVER, about a month after wearing it, I found that there was a small delamination inside the main zipper. So I contacted MooseJaw to ask if I could excha…
- bryce, 05/07/10
Pretty much every aspect of this jacket is great except the price. I often hold my sleeve under the faucet of sinks to show my friends how sweet the gore tex is although with…
- ALEXANDER, 09/14/08
Columbia
I am a fan of Mountain Hardwear, but this is a poorly designed jacket. Mountain Hardwear calls it "ideal for any climb". It should say "ideal for any climb that you dont lift…
- DAVID, 10/27/12
Seattle, Wa
I'm giving it four stars because the fabric is savvy and this things totally feels bombproof. Serious zippers. Serious fabric.
Unfortunately, compared to other MH jackets (…
- Colin, 08/02/12
Vermont
I haven't worn this jacket yet. It's still NWT. BUT, I do have the Alpha FL and the active shell is amazing, wore it in tropical thunderstorms in a rainforest, was dry, not cl…
- Adam, 03/14/13
this jacket is a little too bulky for actual expedition standards...although it would be fine in an urban environment when its -10.…
- parker, 04/11/13
I purchased this jacket and wore it a handful of times.
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It's gore tex and the shell works as it should (waterproof + breathable)
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Doesn't work well over a helmet, I…
- brendan, 12/29/12
Seattle
It is extremely durable and it is ergonomic for everyday experiences.…
- Ming, 08/12/11
This is literally my favorite thing I own. I wore it in rediculous snow storms walking to class in the morning, out on the town in Manhattan, skiing in Vermont, sub zero temps…
- Donny, 05/26/11
Manhattan, NY
Not only is it a great jacket to have in your pack, but it also is great on a night on the town. This jacket not only keeps you warm but also doesn't feel bulky like every oth…
- tyler, 05/04/11
I purchased this jacket for a recent winter overnight on Mt. Washington NH. Wind reached 129 mph on the Lyons Head with -63 wind chill. Jacket worked better than expected, fel…
- mark, 03/11/13
gouldsboro, pa
So this jacket got me through seven straight stormy days on California's Lost Coast. After that trip, and staying dry and warm for 99% of the time, I realized how awesome this…
- Elizabeth, 02/25/13
Bought this jacket for my husband's birthday, over the phone, sight unseen, except the picture. So I decided to take a chance and order it. Well, much to my surprise, it arr…
- Ann, 03/25/13
Rhode Island
Yeah, you know this is nice jacket. Makes you warm and be a stylish guy. It is short version of down parka, so you can use this conveniently. It makes you feel proud because o…
- jinwoo, 12/13/12
After fishing around in the sea of light weight breathable jackets I finally decided to run with the Plasmic. I just returned from a 5 day windy, and damp trip in Bigs Sur, a…
- Jeff, 05/14/13
Larkspur
this jacket is so well made. I would usually swear by arc'tyrex but this jacket surprised me. i love the snug fit. best hood I've seen by far. the rubber gaskets at the wrists…
- damien, 10/29/12
Its durability is stupendous but not as good as my Marmot which feels like sharkskin(Gore Tex XCR).…
- Ming, 07/14/11
I love gore tex jackets its light keeps you warm. Just keep in mind do not use tide or other commercial soap. Use nixwax http://www.moosejaw.com/moosejaw/shop/SearchResultsDis…
- Kan, 09/03/12
Works great in the rain! I used it for hiking Rainier and pressure washing on a rainy day. Stayed completely dry! Gets a little warm though, even with the pit zips. Just make…
- Timothy, 07/09/12
Seatle
I go hiking atleast twice a month and being in TN you dont really need and great big jacket, this jacket is perfect for the everyday hiker, light, warm, lightweight and waterp…
- Dustin, 02/02/13
Jefferson City
Fabric is very thin,but the waterproof performance is very good,Suitable for summer hiking carry,I exercise bike will take this dress,love it.…
- JUN, 05/09/13
Super Mica is a full-featured jacket at a super light weight. My small size Jacket is less than 8oz. It is fully water proof and somewhat breathable. Both Pit zips and fron…
- Cheng-tsung, 04/21/13
Atlanta GA
Picked up this shell shortly after Thanksgiving this year (2011) after ogling it for a number of months. I had considered getting a '10 version of the jacket, but the colors w…
- Clifton, 01/03/12
Detroit Metro
I was hesitant spending this much on a coat but now that I have I have 0 regrets. The coat looks great, fits great, does everything I want it to. The fit is a little looser th…
- Nick, 11/22/11
When ski touring or winter hiking, I used to either layer thick enough to stay warm in front but end up with a sweaty back under the pack or layer thin enough to avoid a swamp…
- Daniel, 12/12/12
Bought this for my son....his second one....different color....loves it great comfy purchase!…
- karen, 12/16/12
I have an earlier model of this jacket, and the latest improvements only make it better and lighter without compromising its core identity. This is a tough, light, Pure Shell…
- Eric, 01/03/13
Seattle
This is a very light weight jacket that fits well, but runs a little large for each size. I purchased a small and enjoy the extra arm and torso length, as I ride my bike in th…
- Nathaniel, 04/04/13
Overall it is a good jacket but not what I needed. I am a bit of a minimalist so if you are too this probably isn't the jacket for you. Dry Q Elite is a fantastic fabric and I…
- Edgar, 07/15/12
napa california