Description of Columbia Rogue Plaid II Fleece Jacket:
The Columbia Men's Rogue Plaid Fleece Jacket is just like your favorite plaid shirt—only warmer, more comfortable, and more stylish. The Rogue Jacket zips into your Interchange System-compatible Columbia ski jacket. And with water-resistant shoulder panels, this cozy fleece jacket fends off light precip during your walk home from the pub. Flap hand pockets and chest pockets keep your cell, a few bills, or music within easy reach.
Bottom Line: Lumberjacks, skiers, and people who want to stay warm are clamoring for the Columbia Rogue Plaid Fleece Jacket.
Alright, a disclaimer first. I didn't buy this jacket. I got it for free, which is the only reason it's in my closet. As a rule I avoid Columbia products like the plague.
The fleece itself isn't overly thick, nor is it overly warm. Then again, this is from the perspective of someone living in the most northern city in Canada. The "water resistant shoulder panels" are made of a really scrathy nylon that quite frankly annoys me with its very existance. Had Columbia chosen to use softshell panels, the jacket would be far better. I find the general workmanship to be inferior to, all of, my other jackets. Fabric flaps aren't sewn down, threads lie around like lazy dogs, and the general "cheap" feeling of the aforementioned nylon panels. That being said it's my only fleece with a draw cord in the hem. I really do like this feature, but it's not enough to make my like the jacket.
I got this for very cheap (about $15) at a Columbia outlet and don't regret buying it. The fit is snug, which is good because I'm pretty skinny. It's warm and pretty durable. It's good for cool weather, but I don't think it's really winter wear. I'll probably end up using it as an outdoor work jacket, which is performs well as. But I won't be bringing it on any backpacking trips.
