Reviews by User: s-j-powell2100266 (4)

This is, like most of the GBW products, a very well made and nice looking jacket. Sizing is uncharacteristically accurate and my normal size of medium was perfect. It is very light and probably works best in a narrow range of temps - with a light base layer on, sleeves have to come off and convert to a vest in 60 degree weather - very handy - and in the lower 40s, it was not enough for me even with a heavier base layer and I went for my Arcteryx polartec softshell which was perfect. A very light, packable conversion Jacket/Vest with decent pockets.

Nice Vest - as mentioned with other GBW products, the sizing is mystifying. I am a "small" medium (5'8" 155lbs) but the medium was too tight across my chest - a large is fine. The vents in the back keep heat build up down, pockets are handy, and the styling and construction are great. And almost no weight to it - perfect for knocking off a windy chill without bulk.

I know - someone has already said this, but it's not a maybe. I barely wear a medium in most clothes (5'8" 155lbs), but the medium in these just wouldn't go - maybe if you have a super flat butt, otherwise size up. Large is fine, but still plenty trim fitting. These do a great job to keep the chill off in 40's or so weather - probably lower, but I hope I don't have to find that out. ;-) I only wish they had a front zip - what is with that and bike clothes. I ride pretty hard and drink a lot - as I should - and consequently need to take a pit stop occasionally. A zip would sure make it easier and I don't see any downside. Oh well, these are still very well-made, effective, and nice looking wind pants.

I use these in my X-Alp bike shoes - definitely takes the shoe up a notch. I plan to get some for my hiking boots.