Description of Marmot Meta Softshell Jacket - Men's:
Thanks to WindStopper Soft Shell material, the limited edition Marmot Men's Meta Softshell Jacket kicks ass in blustery conditions when the snow’s falling. WindStopper Soft Shell stretches with your movements, resists water, and blocks all wind, yet remains highly breathable, so it won’t hold you back when you’re breathing hard on the skin track or making a push to the summit. For frigid days a plush fleece lining wicks moisture and adds insulation, while a large hood provides lots of coverage. Marmot threw on a zip chest pocket to keep your camera close-at-hand for those quick snapshots.
Bottom Line: WindStopper Soft Shell for your all-mountain pursuits.
I like the fit and it is comfortable. am 6' and weigh 200 pounds and the jacket length is almost to my grion. I am not used to "hoody" jackets and at times feel the hood pulling the jacket to my back. The extra zipper on the hand pockets is nice and allows me to fit just about anything in the pockets. The pitzips are very short and probably could've been left off since they are small. I've not opened them for extra venting yet so they still might prove useful.I've already had several comments on the look and feel of the jacket by others. I gave this a 4 since the pitzips are small.
The earlier reviews are spot on. Cut is very short, and very wide at the waist and stomach area. Pit zips are in a strange place as well but that is minor. Overall fits kinda like a sweatshirt.
On the plus the fabric is really really nice and the inside is plus and cozy. Bottom line, if you are short and wider, it may be good piece.
Id skip it if your lanky.
This jacket is not one of the signature marmot pieces. It must have been made in limited quantities for BC. The pit zips are about 5" and lay above the arm material. I have never run into pit zips like this before. I'll be returning it for sure. If you care to disassemble the pit zips and sew it back together it could be a nice jacket. The hood is not helmet compatible which is a let down. It has interesting front zippers (one on top and one on bottom) not sure why this is the case. It is much shorter than any other medium jacket I have purchased (6'2" and 160lbs) but a large would be way too baggy in the stomach/chest. Not a recommended jacket, check out real marmot gear like the king pin or go with arc'teryx.
