A hooded outdoor shell jacket built for weather that doesn't cooperate. The technical shell fabric is wind and water resistant, the large adjustable hood has multiple drawcords for a secure fit, and the concealed front zip behind a storm placket means rain doesn't get in through the closure. The pocket layout is thorough: two zip chest pockets for quick-access items and two large snap-closure hand pockets at the hip for everything else. The inner ribbed cuff and drawcord hem seal the jacket against wind when conditions deteriorate.
The fit is relaxed enough to layer a midweight fleece or knit underneath without restricting movement, and the hip-length cut provides good coverage without the weight of a longer coat. The construction reads as technical without being styled for the trail only — the clean lines and tonal hardware mean it works equally well in the city on a wet winter day.
Wear as a standalone layer in mild wet weather. Layer over a fleece or thermal for cold outdoor activities. Throw on over a hoodie and jeans for an urban wet-weather look that doesn't sacrifice function for style.
Why You'll Love This
- Water and wind resistant shell — technical fabric that keeps the weather out without the stiffness of heavy-duty waterproofs
- Large adjustable hood — multiple drawcords for a secure fit in wind and rain; doesn't collapse over the face
- Concealed zip with storm placket — closes completely against wind and rain without gaping at the chest
- Four-pocket layout — zip chest pockets and large snap hand pockets for thorough storage across all conditions
- Inner ribbed cuffs and drawcord hem — seal the jacket at the wrists and waist when conditions deteriorate
- Relaxed fit — layers a fleece or knit underneath without restricting movement