Reviews by User: gre2501083 (11)

Read the reviews on this one b/c if you are shelling out the money you need to know what you are looking for. As previous reviewers have noted, if you are looking for a light weight shell for backpacking or other outdoor activity, this is the ticket. I already have a lightweight MH shell (already have the epic which is not as nice but for 1/3 the price and the I already own it and it does the job in most all situations I have used it in) of similar weight, so I ended up returning it. Now, if you want an all around shell that rocks, buy this (the size is a little tricky as noted by others, the large fit very well on my 5'9" 185 frame as an athletic fit with a little room for layering). The main reason I ended up returning (aside from a bit of redundancy that I couldn't warrant spending the money on) was because I was looking for a heavier weight fabric. It definitely has a durable weight for a light weight shell, but I wanted something a little heavier to supplement my epic (which is admittedly lighter than this). I ended up in a Gore-Tex Performance for the weight I wanted (and at 1/2 the price on SAC), but if I need to replace my spring/summer/fall shell this is where I am turning next. FYI, I have noticed that the color on BC products tend to be a little lighter than online, so keep that in mind, but still a sharp looking product overall. One other note, I think they could add an inside pocket in the future to improve this one over. Really hated sending this one back, but I just couldn't justify it.

I got this off of SAC the day they unveiled this, and for the price I don't think you could beat it. I got the medium and it is a very athletic fit. I am 5'9" and 185 with broad shoulders and it fits like a glove with a layer underneath. You don't need much under this b/c it is surprisingly warm for the weight, so i wouldn't try and layer this over a heavy sweater due to the fit. The sleeves are on the long side, so keep that in mind if you have to size up. The welded seams rock on these and the hood allows for a wide field of vision that moves with you head very well. The carbon is lighter in person than in the pictures, but still looks great. My only complaint that I can think of is that the two way zipper doesn't catch on the first try sometimes like it should. This is more of an annoyance than a problem, but for everything this jacket offers I will grin and bear it.

Got this little beauty on SAC the other day on a whim. I have always valued quality knives (from the kitchen to the trail), but man this in a league all its own. The weight is great (not the lightest blade, but a good heavy in your hand) the opening motion is butter, just butter, and I think I could shave with it out of the box. Great length for an all around blade, and the pocket clip lets it sit all the down in the pocket with nothing sticking out the top. I can't seem to put it down and just like to hold in my hand. To reiterate the previous review, this is the bee's knees if you are looking to dish out a little bit of honey for a new knife.

Very solid harness that the misses likes. Comfortable and very adjustable for gym climbing and outdoor alike. Can't beat the price for what you get.

In theory these are really nice gloves, if you can find the right size. Really soft and the gripping on the hands is a nice touch, but the small was way too big. We had to send them back anyways due to ripped stitching, so no fault of BC. As always the service here is top notch.

Got this for my wife for christmas in black, and she loves it. Excellent construction and she found it to be surprisingly warm. This looks sharp on (very feminine fit with accent colors) for her size, but if you are on the tall side it might be a little short. Great overall jacket.

Good layering piece from BC brand that my wife likes a lot. Not the softest wool in the world, but I don't think it was scratchy on first feel at all. The fit is on the tighter side, but this is an athletic shirt. For the price (with BC coupons) I don't think you can beat it.

I got these for the wife in the berry/purple, and she absolutely loves them. They look like glasses you would pay 2-3x the price for from some designer line, but you can get the Oakley performance and the style for cheaper with these. The only complaint she has is that her eyelashes hit the lense when it all the way up her nose. Aside from that, these things are money. The case that comes with is really nice as well.

I agree that if you have a small head it might be a little big. The small was a little large on the misses, but both the S & M fit fine for me (depending on how you like the fit). To give a size reference, I wear about a 7 1/8 fitted cap and the small is real snug for those cold nights, and medium is a little more roomy fit. This kept my head warm down to about 0 last winter, and the windproofing is awesome. It does have a bit of tip on the top in the design on the top of head, but you can't beat the warmth and fit so it isn't a fashion beanie.

I really wanted for this to work, but after returning two for a rip in the seam after about 1 week of regular wear or a simple wash, I had to give up on this one. The marriage of synthetic and wool is great conceptually, but for whatever reason the area under the armpit and on the back where the stretch paneling meets the wool pulled apart on simple wear. I don't know if this is due to more delicate wool fabric, but the stitching came out regardless leaving a huge hole in the shirt right at the seam. Aside from all of this, this shirt is way to short. I mean you are going to give someone a belly dance if you reach above your head. I know BC products are athletic fits, but this one was a little much and I am 5'9". I ended up with the R1 from Patagonia as a replacement and the only thing that BC did better was the thumb holes. Those were money on this shirt.

I got this as a gift for christmas from SAC from a family member in abyss (dark blue by the way) and it looks very sharp, but like previous reviewers have stated it is not a technical shell like the Shift (this is the Shift Element). This is a great shell for around town and maybe to layer under a rain shell on a ski trip or weekend hiking, but I wouldn't use this as a stand alone backcountry piece. For that I would get the Welder (the hooded Shift version which although it is a much softer material) or the original Shift (which my wife has and loves). The lack of an internal pocket is a little puzzling, but the outside ones do the job I guess. If you are looking for a semi-technical shell to wear around town and maybe as a layer under a shell this will do the trick and look nice doing it, but for the full price I think you could do better. So 3 stars at full price, 4 at more than half off on SAC.