I was very happy with this jacket initially - it's breathable, comfy, cool looking and waterproof. I wore it as my outer layer whilst snowboarding and on my return discovered that there were micro tears on the fabric surface, which would render it no longer waterproof. I returned it to RAB via the retailer and the retailer contacted me to say that the tears were likely due to carrying the snowboard under my arm which would have sliced the delicate fabric. No replacement/refund was therefore possible and the damage was not repairable. I've never had any similar issue with any other jacket in 18 years of snowboarding (although I've never used this type of softshell). So I'd say this may be a good jacket for cycling and running but do NOT buy it for snowboarding, climbing etc.
The Pertex material of this shell is second to none. The material is unbelievably water resistant (not waterproof. I repeat, not waterproof) considering how stretchy and comfortable this jacket is. Mobility is the best I've ever had with soft shells. That being said, it's a shell after all and thin. So if you're going out in 40 degree weather, you may need to layer accordingly. BUT I use this for trail running and biking where a wool baselayer is all I need beneath this bad boy. Another thing to consider is that it's not wind resistant.
I work as a Mountain Guide at Colorado Mountain School. I have used this jacket extensively for skiing and alpine climbing. It has kept me dry in very wet spring snow and breathes exceptionally well.
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