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Leonh
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Sep 22, 2017
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What does weather resistant mean. It's more an advertising blurb then an honest helpful description
Sep 22, 2017
westcoast
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Nov 17, 2017
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LeonhI think the description "weather resistant" is actually a pretty good one for this particular item. I know it seems like a vague term but the reason I think it works is this jacket is not wind or waterproof but it is resistant to both. It will block out some of the wind and it will bead light rain. It will also provide some UPF protection.
I personally really like my Ferrosi for fall and spring hikes/bikes (less ideal on bike cause its not windproof so can get chilly if you are really flying!). It's a usefully warm (provides little insulation but some warmth for high output activities in moderately cool weather) outer softshell layer that is a fairly breathable item that can deal with a bit of rain and wind. The fit is rather athletic so it makes it easy to throw a hardshell over if conditions deteriorate.
All that being said I think softshells are the least needed item for most people so I am not sure if most would see its value!If you aren't exerting yourself a fleece, wind jacket or hardshell all probably do an adequate if not better job at providing warmth and weather resistance over a softshell.
Nov 17, 2017
Leonh
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Nov 18, 2017
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westcoastIt basically does not really help one in making a devision. Part of my point is that massdrop are just putting up an advertising blurb rather than an independent accessment. If they do this it should be clearly stated at the beginnin. Often advertising is not honest and will miss lead people who think mass drop is on our side
Nov 18, 2017
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Nov 19, 2017
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LeonhThere are sufficient reviews of this garment on the net for you to get a handle on this kind of jacket. But here is a quick summary:
It is a 'windshirt', so does not replace a shell or insulating layer. It is designed to lower convective heat loss in a windy environment yet still have enough vapour transmission to not cause condensation, if the user is active. It can be used as a softshell in light precipitation (drizzle/fog/ short squalls) as it has a dwr and also the capacity to evaporate moisture quickly if the wearer is active. These are conditions where a hardshell layer (ie a waterproof membrane: goretex etc) is not very useful as, when active, condensation builds up, chilling the wearer.
This type of garment also excels in cool dry activities like xc-skiing - where the air temp is cold and windy but a membrane jacket would be overwhelmed by sweat. A windshirt still gets wet with sweat if you are working hard enough but if you have a good base layer the sweat quickly evaporates - not easily accomplished in a membrane jacket.
A windshirt is a niche garment for aerobic activity and is part of a layering or moisture management system but does not replace a WPB or insulative layer - but certainly complements them.
Nov 19, 2017
Leonh
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Nov 22, 2017
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Thanks
Nov 22, 2017
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