Lowe Alpine Venture Gore-Tex® Jacket - Waterproof (For Women)

I used this jacket as my rain and layering jacket all summer while guiding backpacking/mountaineering trips in the coast range of B.C. I loved it because it's light, waterproof, and dries really fast, and worked great layering with fleece etc. No rips or damage even though I did a lot of bushwhacking while wearing it. I did have issues with the hard plastic tabs on the sleeves snagging on clothes and webbing, but I just cut them off and that was the end of the problem. The bright yellow is great because people can see you in the fog, but it gets dirty fast. I've also used this coat while skiing. I'm 5'2", and I ordered a medium. It's pretty big on me, but good for layering. If I didn't need to layer for cold weather, I would have ordered a small.

For the money, there are better options out there. The cuffs are uncomfortable, velcro closures. The jacket runs small and the zippers are difficult to start. I am returning this jacket as soon as possible.

great color for visibility- light weight and a super deal!