Men's Fineline Stretch Shell

Light and dry

I have worn I a few times in heavy rain and I have stayed dry. The arms are a tad long for a medium jacket and I am 5'10''. I enjoy the lightweight to it and look forward to my first backpacking trip with it.

Shed the Rain

I purchased this shell to fill a gap in my kit for when I needed to stay dry in heavy rain. I was not concerned about breathability during strenuous climbs and have yet to test in those conditions. The rains arrived and I stayed dry, period. I offer 4 stars because although the hood can pull snug around the face, it would be very helpful to have some kind of adjustment to hold the hood back out of the eyes when not wearing a helmet. Folding up the visor is workaround but that leaves something else to be desired. Might also be nice to add a small internal chest patch pocket. My goal was to fill that heavy rain gap in my kit and this fits that requirement nicely. Now to pair it up with the pants!

marriage of function and form -- and light as a feather!

This raincoat nails both style and function. The silhouette is clean and flattering, with just enough stretch to stay comfortable on the move. I especially love the underarm vents for breathability and the zippered pockets for secure storage. The hood is roomy without being bulky, and it packs down into itself, which is perfect for travel. Best of all, it weighs next to nothing—easy to carry, easy to wear.