Reviews by User: rustmd2211585 (3)

Really is a lite-weight jacket that works in torrential downpour. I first ordered a large jacket but was not comfortable wearing layers underneath. Backcountry had an XL, they happily made the exchange, the XL works much better for me (I am a trim/tall size 6-8). I highly recommend this jacket above all others I've tried over years of backpacking. Will wear this jacket when I backpack/canoe in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge this coming summer.

Bought it for my college-age daughter who hikes & does photography. All her camera gear fits, plus a bit of lunch/snack, as well as rain jacket. She is very happy with it, but I can't find the "removable waist strap"! Sternum strap, yes, but nothing for the waist. . .this would really bother me, but she's fine with it.

I was surprised that the fit seems a little tight, small. I'm tall, fit & slender, usually a size 8 fits perfectly with a bit of room to spare. These pants will do for me but I'll have to make sure I'm well out of "holiday-eating" before wearing these pants. Fabric seems strong, lightweight, attached belt works very well. I like the pockets. Have not used the strap-things to create shorts but I think that will work also. Only complaint is the sizing.