Description of Outdoor Research Highpoint Jacket - Men's:
On the deepest, coldest days of winter, break out the Outdoor Research Men’s Highpoint Jacket and batter back the icy chills as you cut turns. This waterproof breathable ski shell features a Pertex outer and PrimaLoft ECO Sport insulation for staying toasty when the mercury plummets. Fully taped seams increase weather protection, and the front zipper features a storm flap to block wind and moisture. When the sun comes out, stow the hood inside the collar, and open up the two-way pit-zips. Speaking of zips … Outdoor Research made the front zipper Euro style—so don't freak out and think you got a women's jacket.
Bottom Line: Climb to your highpoint, then slash pow all the way to the base.
There is something to be said for this jacket.
If you come in from a day out in the cold and it is a little cool in the cabin then this jacket works wonderfully as a house coat that is good for a quick foray out to the wood pile.
If sure beats wearing a robe around because it can be used to go to the store if you are in a car. Now you don't have to wear your robe around town.
Pertex does have the merit of stretching, but this coat does tend to run small so go up a size.
Bon Apetite
There are not enough pockets and the design of the pockets is left wanting.
The jacket fits funny. Feels constrictive due to the design.
The different colored pockets make it look like something from the 1950's. Not desirable by most peoples standards.
The zipper is difficult to align and zip.
Chooose something else in one of the major brands.
Not as warm as it should be.
