I bought it for year-round use from snowboarding to hiking. I decided on the Theta for a few main reasons. 1. Gore-Tex Pro Shell is totally waterproof, extremely breathable, w…
- Chris, 12/15/12
Traverse City

I did a lot of research on this jacket as I wanted to make sure I got the best for all around wet weather gear. I have had this jacket for 3-4 years and it is used extensivel…
- David, 11/23/11
Simi Valley

If you don't know ArcTeryx Products, you won't believe this jacket. It shocks the heck out of me that they can manufacture a shell of this thickness (not much) while keeping…
- Matt, 12/09/11
Cincinnati

Holly Moose poop, $475 for a jacket! Never thought I’d buy a jacket that cost this much, but wish I would have purchased it earlier. I live in Germany and while I’ve only…
- Joe, 12/29/12

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

My favorite feature to this jacket is there is no bulk to it. I can roll the jacket into the hood and it takes up no space. Easy to pack and fits well. I'm 5'10 and 200 and th…
- David, 05/07/12
Anchorage, Alaska

The fit of the jacket is awesome slim but not to slim, 5"10 142 pounds, small fits perfect. The micro blue color is way cooler than the pic gives it credit for. The quality o…
- STEPHEN, 12/10/09
East Hampton, NY

I was felt completely comfortable at -22 F (-30 degrees C) with everyday wear under a jacket. It is fully wind- and water- proof, plus keeps the heat inside. Adjusting the hoo…
- Andrei, 01/23/13

The jacket is surprisingly light and it isn't bulky. It can be easily stowed or packed. The core loft performs well to heat you up. The warmth spreads almost immediately after…
- Xi, 12/26/12
L.A

The Patagonia Men's Torrentshell Jacket is a great rain coat. It looks great in navy blue!…
- Rootul, 05/23/13

Love this thing...bought two of them...They breathe well and layer beautifully...totally worth it! Buy a few colors, you'll be glad you did!…
- Hilton, 05/07/13
Richmond

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

I bought this jacket cause it claimed to be waterproof and it has a nice well made texture and fel to the jacket overall. I was caught in a torrential downpour in Boston a few…
- Bob, 09/18/12
Colorado

My husband has been wearing this jacket over a not-so waterproof down jacket in wet snow/rain-snow conditions. That wasn't the reason it was purchased (was supposed to be fo…
- Jennifer, 12/31/12

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

Needed a good waterproof shell and this is it. Very durable and well ventilated. Have used these jackets in some crazy conditions and they have always performed great. Sizi…
- Blake, 08/25/11
WV

I love this coat, I have had great experiences with it. Its great to just stuff in a bag in case it rains and it surely will keep you dry when you need it. It also serves as a…
- Adam, 12/15/12
Newark

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 coat is great! Works as promised, stops wind and rain. The back is designed to let you wear it fitted but won't restrict movement or get tight in the shoulders. I comfo…
- Evan, 06/06/13
kalamazoo

I purchased this jacket and wore it a handful of times. + It's gore tex and the shell works as it should (waterproof + breathable) - 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 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

This is perfect for wearing around town, where the lack of pit zips. The one downside is the very large, which is designed to accommodate a helmet. Still, a very nice jacket…
- Stephen, 01/08/13

The Beta SL has been my backpacking rain jacket of choice for the last three years. I have put this thing through hell and it has never been phased. It has withstood hours o…
- Brent, 08/27/12
Lawrence KS

I got this jacket for snow shoeing in the cascades. I wanted something different from my normal shell I wear and I wanted it to be a little warmer but not insulated. The soft…
- Colin, 08/02/12
Vermont

This jacket is amazing. Usually when snowboarding I wear a fleece under a shell and it is bulky. With this you have that same thing, but it does not feel as bulky but just a…
- Adam, 09/20/12

I purchased this jacket for my fiance. I bought the black color. He is 6'2'' and 210 pounds, with a muscular upper-body. He usually wears a Large in The North Face, but after…
- Katherine, 01/06/13

Surprisingly warm by itself and waterproof like a duck's...you know. Layer for a versatile winter system. Hood is fully adjustable, visor keeps the rain off your brow, and the…
- Cory, 07/11/12
Upstateish NY

This jacket is very cool and extremely well made. The front pockets are positioned so that you may access them while wearing your backpack harness, making my trips a lot easie…
- Todd, 10/03/12
Baton Rouge

It is great. It is good. It is perfect.…
- sungrang, 11/28/12