Durable water repellent (DWR) treatment helps moisture bead up on the surface
Water-resistant recycled polyester lining glides smoothly over layers; shell style is designed with room for an insulated jacket underneath
Helmet-friendly hood is big enough to pull over a helmet but not too big to wear over a beanie; hood can be adjusted in the front and back to dial in the fit
High collar lets you tuck your chin when the snow is blowing and is lined in fuzzy tricot to eliminate chin chafe
Pit zips let you quickly release heat
Shaped cuffs with hook-and-loop adjustments help seal out the elements, can fit over gloves and are easy to grab—even with mittens
Powder skirt snaps away when not needed; drawcord at hem helps seal out the elements
Media port and plenty of pockets, including a lift pass pocket on wearer's left wrist, a key clip in the left hand pocket and drop-in goggle pocket inside the wearer's right
Hand pockets are lined with fuzzy tricot for a little coziness when you need it
2-way zipper closure is polyurethane-coated and water-repellent
REI Co-op[rei.com] also has the women's First Chair GTX ePE Jacket on sale; discount is 50% (vs. 60% for the men's version). Limited sizes only, the Teal has the best size range.
Great jacket. Bought this when it was 156ish and worked fantastic for skiing. Biggest complaint is that it's a little thick and you'll sweat in warmer temps
I bought this a few months ago for $150. I'm 5'10 185lbs and it fits perfectly with a base layer and fleece. I really like the jacket and the yellow is a great color. I have an older version of this in a beige/tan color. I highly recommend it.
I just received this jacket today. Seems like a thoughtfully well made medium weight GoreTex shell. I like that the neck zippers up pretty high to cover my chin during driving snow. The hood fits my helmet perfectly. All the pockets are boss, but I am pocket guy so this could be overkill if that's not you. One initial minor disappointment….the velcro wrist cuffs only have the ability to tighten "somewhat"….by no means all the way to a snug fit against your wrist to make putting a glove over easier.
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No REI has a different rain jacket line with goretex (Xero Dry) that is slightly lighter with less features. This is for skiing.
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Pretty much this. REI jackets are always on sale because they design a medium for a model who is typically 6'1" and 150 pounds.