Lowe Alpine Flexion Stormweave Jacket (For Men)

Although this is a men's jacket, I bought it for myself. I am a size 6/8 and a Men's small is a good fit. I ran in college and a bit after; I find this to be a great jacket for workouts on the track or just long runs. I wore a medium weight base layer with this jacket in 25 degree weather and I was fine.

I have been looking for a softshell for several months. All the ones I have tried so far have a common problem - sleeves that are much too small to wear a sweater or fleece under them - or even rolled up button down long sleeves! And this jacket was the worst of all that I have tried. In addition, the body was small. I wear a medium 90+ % of the time - but this medium felt like a small. I checked the label to make sure that a medium had been shipped, and was not a women's style.

Purchased for use under Gortex uninsulated shell. Resaonably resistant to cold and wind penetration. Great fit.

Jacket rocks in sub-freezing winter conditions during strenuous outdoor pursuits, ie. xc ski, snowshoe, backcountry ski, runs, etc. Good wind and snow barrier and keeps ya dry as the sweat boils in the climbs. fits great under a hard shell if temps drop, you hit the downhill runs, or you need a breather. packs and wears tight and light and looks durn hip. I'm long on the upper torso; most coats expose my midrift to the elements if arms are active, but this jacket does the trick without getting huge overall. a bit tight on the wrists.

I'm tall and slim, the sleeve length is great, but it feels a little too snug in the shoulders, especially over layers.