Mountain Hardwear Men's Offwidth Jacket

Danny Ho - 2008-08-04

Great Soft Shell
This jacket is awesome! I was eyeing this jacket for more than 6 months because the price from last year in Canada ws rediculous (at $150). I saw the price from several places for lower than $80, but with shipping, these deals still had the jacket for over $100. So, when I did finally get a chance to get the jacket and received it from Altrec fairly fast, I was thrilled. What thrilled me even more was when I wore the jacket in cool weather from about 9C to about 20C. The jacket kept me warm from the wind and was quite breathable even when I wore it in 22C (it was hot, but the jacket did not collect any moisture). To top it off, the jacket does have stretch and comes with DWR that repels and beads water from rain. I usually wear a small, like for my MH G50; but for this jacket, since I had a chance to try a similar jacket in Canada, I knew that I had to get a medium size. The length was just perfect, an even better fit than my G50. The only knock against this jacket was that it did not have an inside chest pocket. But the outer left chest pocket made up for it. The jacket looks awesome on a fit body. I definitely recommend this jacket for anyone who is looking for a light outer shell that can be used for all sorts of activities. The material is made to withstand rough surfaces.

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dg604 - 2007-12-01

Better then North Face Apex Bionic
I bought this jacket instead of the North Face Apex Bionic, about 2 days afterbuying this one i saw a really good deal on the Apex so i bought that one as well. I had been wearing the North Face and found some things i did not like about it, The Offwidth has a way better fit, it also breathes better. My neck stays very warm with the offwidth where as the Apex the neck does not go up as high so you feel the wind more. The Offwidth seems lighter and would pack down smaller, also the adjustable cuffs are better then the Apex as it does not have any. Some people like the fact that the Apex has a thin lining, it is not that great and does not keep you any warmer. In cool conditions you would want to have a fleece on anyways so the lining in the North Face would not really make you any warmer. It is snowign today and i was out in the offwidth with a sweater and was perfectly warm. The Offwidth is great, anyone want to buy a North Face Apex????

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Anonymous - 2007-11-07

Awesome soft shell
This jacket is great- i grab it for everything that I do in the summer and fall months, and I have even been trying to find ways to continue wearing it in the winter! I love it and you will too.

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Danny Ho - 2008-08-04

Great Soft Shell
This jacket is awesome! I was eyeing this jacket for more than 6 months because the price from last year in Canada ws rediculous (at $150). I saw the price from several places for lower than $80, but with shipping, these deals still had the jacket for over $100. So, when I did finally get a chance to get the jacket and received it from Altrec fairly fast, I was thrilled. What thrilled me even more was when I wore the jacket in cool weather from about 9C to about 20C. The jacket kept me warm from the wind and was quite breathable even when I wore it in 22C (it was hot, but the jacket did not collect any moisture). To top it off, the jacket does have stretch and comes with DWR that repels and beads water from rain. I usually wear a small, like for my MH G50; but for this jacket, since I had a chance to try a similar jacket in Canada, I knew that I had to get a medium size. The length was just perfect, an even better fit than my G50. The only knock against this jacket was that it did not have an inside chest pocket. But the outer left chest pocket made up for it. The jacket looks awesome on a fit body. I definitely recommend this jacket for anyone who is looking for a light outer shell that can be used for all sorts of activities. The material is made to withstand rough surfaces.

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dg604 - 2007-12-01

Better then North Face Apex Bionic
I bought this jacket instead of the North Face Apex Bionic, about 2 days afterbuying this one i saw a really good deal on the Apex so i bought that one as well. I had been wearing the North Face and found some things i did not like about it, The Offwidth has a way better fit, it also breathes better. My neck stays very warm with the offwidth where as the Apex the neck does not go up as high so you feel the wind more. The Offwidth seems lighter and would pack down smaller, also the adjustable cuffs are better then the Apex as it does not have any. Some people like the fact that the Apex has a thin lining, it is not that great and does not keep you any warmer. In cool conditions you would want to have a fleece on anyways so the lining in the North Face would not really make you any warmer. It is snowign today and i was out in the offwidth with a sweater and was perfectly warm. The Offwidth is great, anyone want to buy a North Face Apex????

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Anonymous - 2007-11-07

Awesome soft shell
This jacket is great- i grab it for everything that I do in the summer and fall months, and I have even been trying to find ways to continue wearing it in the winter! I love it and you will too.

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Michael - 2007-09-23

Great jacket for the price
I have really enjoyed this jacket's lightweight and waterproof design. It's perfect for chilly, windy fall weather, but breathable enough to not make you work up a sweat wearing it. So far, I've been very satisfied with this jacket.

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Robert J. Dowling - 2007-05-19

This is a great piece of gear
his is one of the better pieces of gear I have purchased in a while. I am tall 6'2'' and lean and it is hard to find stuff that is not too bulky. I found with this jacket in a size medium I was very satisfied. It is great if you get caught in a rain storm unexpectedly and packs down pretty small and is over all light for the warmth it offers.

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zach smith - 2006-08-16

my favorite all rounder
this jacket is great I own a much heavier softshell and a goretex hardshell but this is my favorite b/c of the breatablity and that fit i like the no bulk-ness to it and its very durable. five stars across the board.

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Anonymous - 2006-08-14

Super Jacket!
I used this jacket almost all year around. Easy to wear. My brother took it away from me. Now I have to buy a new one.

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Sue - 2006-03-10

awesome
This is my second Offwidth jacket.I would like to buy all the colors, I like this jacket so much.

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Greg - 2005-10-07

Excellent, well priced softshell
Close fitting in the body, but less extreme than the Offwidth Pullover, with looser sleeves and a much better collar. The fabric appears very tough, and has better water and wind resistance than Dryskin. The Otter colour is actually a good looking olive green, not brown like it appears in the photo, and there is no sleeve logo. Compared to the pullover, the jacket is a more substantial shell and by far the better choice for most uses, whereas the pullover is more of a shirt directed for uses where minimal bulk is required, but offering less protection. An excellent jacket and very good value compared to a lot of other softshells.

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steve walker - 2007-02-26

Offwidth - nice weight, great value
I like the feel of this jacket. Light and flexible, yet durable and seemingly good for spring/fall type weather (too cool in Feb to truly test right now). I got a large cos the adviser said to size up (I'm a 41" chest and was also advised to size-up when I ordered), but I found the sleeves too long. Everything else fits fine. I will end up cuffing the sleeves. It would've been cool to have tried on a medium, and I could've ordered both a large and a medium and returned the least fitting one, but whatever. I think this is the right size for me. Good price, and I love the look. Mountain Hardwear makes cool gear. Altrec ships fast!

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Sunny - 2006-11-01

Best for slim and medium builds
I really like the athletic cut of this jacket. Some other reviewers have commented on its snug fit and I agree and recommend that this jacket best suits persons of slim and medium builds. I bought the cayenne colour and it looks really sharp. I'm very happy with this purchase and Altrec.com's service.

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Peter Dickason - 2006-10-29

Ideal Soft Shell for layering
A well made and good fitting jacket with medium thickness ideal for laying in colder climates - or an outer layer in milder conditions. Not used it yet in windy conditions - but the close weave of the fabric feels like it would offer good protection from wind chill. Good quality zips, enough pockets and well finished seams. All in all a good value jacket which meets expectations and is correctly described by the manufacturer.

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Scott - 2006-10-27

Great Softshell
Nice Athletic cut, good breathability, very good water resistance. It is a comfortable, nonrestrictive, non-insulated softshell.

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Ryan - 2005-12-06

Decent Cold Weather Running Jacket
I bought this for winter running. It's not nearly as breathable as a few thin layers are, but it allows you to go down to much colder temperatures when used as an outer shell. There are two side pockets and a breast pocket that can be unzipped to get greater ventilation.

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Merritt Giles - 2007-11-29

good jacket
this is a good lightweight jacket for the fall months. I am not too sure about the athletic cut... I am 6'2" and it is a little short in length. Would recommend going up a size when you purchase one.

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Anonymous - 2005-10-21

Sizing an issue
I almost always wear a Men's Large and this one was pretty snug. Might be viable for highly athletic endeavors but for casual wear it was too small for my taste.

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