Columbia Men's Rare Earth Parka

Friday, June 21, 2019

Men's Ascender Softshell Jacket

Men's Ascender Softshell Jacket

100% polyester contour softshellFleece lining, pocket area is unlined Wind-and-water-resistantAbrasion resistant chin guardZippered hand and chest pocketsAdjustable cuff tabsDrawcord adjustable hem 

Men's Ascender Softshell Jacket


Men's Ascender Softshell Jacket

First off, I'm 6'5" (1.96 m), 200 lbs (91 kg) and have an athletic build. I ordered size Large Tall.

The Fit: The fit is reasonably good. The shoulders fit very well, the chest has enough room. The body length is good and this is the first jacket I've had in a long time where the sleeves are sufficiently long. The sleeves also are large enough to be comfortable moving around. The mid-section doesn't fit as well. Like many tall sized clothes, the assumption seems to be that if you're tall you must also be big.

Men's Ascender Softshell Jacket

It would be nice if it came in an inch or two from the chest to just above the waist. This isn't as bad when wearing a sweatshirt or sweater, but when just wearing a t-shirt or dress shirt it is almost too big. I decided to keep it anyway because it's hard to find a tall jacket that is tall enough, and even though the mid-section is big, it doesn't look worse for it.
Men's Ascender Softshell Jacket
Features: This is what you would expect from a softshell jacket. It is warm enough to work for temps just below freezing, maybe lower if you layer. It is not as wind resistant as I expected, but isn't bad. I haven't tried it in the rain yet. The pockets are large and insulated, so they will keep your hands warm.
Men's Ascender Softshell Jacket
Overall it's a solid jacket. It is more comfortable than the LL Bean jacket it replaced, and $40 cheaper.
Men's Ascender Softshell Jacket

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