Description of Outdoor Research Contour Windshirt - Men's:
Stay warm and comfortable on your breezy hikes and runs in the Outdoor Research Men's Contour Windshirt. With weather-resistant, breathable Cordura material, the Contour Windshirt protects your core on windy, drizzly days without making you feel stifled. This stretchy softshell gives you plenty of room to move whether you're hiking in the woods or biking on the road, and the deep front zipper lets you regulate your temperature on the uphill stretches.
Bottom Line: Last longer on your windy fall day workouts in Outdoor Research's Contour Windshirt.
Just had the opportunity to test this 'true' windshirt out on Red Rocks during several windy and cold days. Outstanding mobility, protection and durability. Huge fan of OR to begin with, but just another example of them going the extra mile here. Was impressed how little it snagged on approach and how well it protected against the harsh winds, yet was so supple on a technical route. Cheers.
Had a chance to test this recently. Does exactly what it was designed to do. It effectively blocks the wind. Love the side zip and the deep front zip. The Cordura/Lycra material is outstanding. Highly abrasion resistant and feels much softer than anticipated. Not a great amount of stretch but every bit helps.
I would say these run only slightly bigger than they are sized. I tested a size Medium. At 5'10 and 185 lbs I was pushing the limits for that size. I didn't have much room for anything other than a baselayer (medium weight) underneath it but still didn't feel too restricted.
Liked this piece so much that I ordered a second one in a Large for more layering versatility on cooler days. I own a lot of different jackets and wind shirts and consider this to be one of the best purchases I've made.
If you're looking for a lightweight, tough fabric, wind blocking piece then you should definitely consider the OR Contour Windshirt.
