Haglofs Laser Gore-Tex® PacLite® Jacket - Waterproof (For Men)

Fits in my day pack without taking up[ too much room. Perfect for the rains one encounters when least expected. Could be longer to cover pants pocket. Orange accent color is a bit to bright. OK for a 20 year old I guess. I ain't that.

Two 'problems' but neither serious. The zipper is a 'left hand' zipper which is odd for men in the US. Also, the material is unusually noisy and crinkly. Not even simply when rubbing against itself but just bending.

I'm a casual user, but this jacket is very light and comfortable. The hood was particularly impressive. I did find the jacket shorter in length than expected so it does not cover the pockets of your pants (move your phone and wallet somewhere safe). Also there is only two chest pockets so no where to put your hands.

I was worried that the hood on this jacket would be generic as it is a zip in however, the hood is nice/standard non-zip in quality. As mentioned in previous reviews, the zipper is on the wrong side and a little difficult to operate. Bottom line = REAL Gore-Tex is worth the $, I've been burned by too many knock off membrane materials.

In order to layer I needed a large. Other good brands a med (usually) is my choice. I appreciated the heads up from others that the zipper zips opposite what I am used to. The good part about that is it makes me be more careful when zipping. Got used to it quickly and it seems durable. I haven't washed it yet...this is my only unknown.

I've had this jacket for a couple of months, and it has become my "go to" jacket for inclement weather. Lightweight, breathable and of course, waterproof. Went skiing in Taos with it this spring, Denver for Easter and the spring rains here in East Texas. No problem. Would have rated it higher, except I keep forgetting that it is European made, which means the zipper is reverse, so I struggle with that sometimes. Could have more pockets,since there are only 2 external pockets. And for pete's sake, don't let your wife see the price, or you will never hear the end of it! (even at STP prices)

Compact for travel

I use this for hiking and it's perfect. Very very light and packs up small yet stills seems pretty hardwearing. I have a medium and it's a perfect fit though the sleeves are slightly long-not a problem as the velcro cuffs keep them in place and the extra length gives you alot of arm movement without the cuffs riding up. Very nice to be able to buy a quality gore-tex shell that's made outside of the far east. Very nice looking jacket and highly recommended.

Woman's style zipper. Zipper on left. Too small yet size I wear

its all good except the torso of the jacket isnt long enouph and the zipper is on the wrong side. but other than that its a good jacket for the price.