Windproof Fleece Jackets

[Phil Lilley]

I like this one too....

http://www.duluthtrading.com/store/clothes-workwear/mens/mens-outerwear/75007.aspx?feature=product_2

[eric1978]

Dang, those are pretty good deals on the MH fleeces...tempting. Be aware that much of the outerwear that MH makes is designed specifically for backpacking, so often the front is a few inches shorter than the back. Some people don't like that look. Also, the pockets might be in goofy places so you can access them with a pack on. It is quality stuff though, and those are good prices.

[vanven]

Mountain Hardware gear is among the very best for hiking and mountaineering. The only drawback is that it isnt cut for wading in rivers. The waists hang low and the sleeves do not have a waterproof cuff. But you can wear it to a movie and where you dont need waterproof cuffs.

-Jerod

[id10t]

Try Steep & Cheap

http://www.steepandcheap.com/

The have the Ex Officio CoreTech Fleece Jacket - Men's:

Warm, windproof, and breathable.

On sale right now for 40.00

Steep & Cheap is an arm of Backcountry.com. They sell everything from knives to socks. The run a product for 20-30 min or until it sells out. Most items will run 2-3 times through out the day. They have some great deals. They also have an Iphone app and an app that pops up in your browser with the new product when it changes.

This site is one of their outlet stores with the jacket aboves specs & reviews.

http://www.departmentofgoods.com/sales/Ex-Officio-CoreTech-Fleece-Jacket-Mens/EXO0428M.html

[3wt]

I have the cabelas one and like it a lot. Wind blocker fleece is a great material, and you do get the bonus of some water protection.

You don't have to spend tons of money and get super high end stuff to get something worthwhile(you know, the stuff made to climb mountains, but mostly gets used to walk across college campuses by sorority girls that have never slept in a tent).

Get a deal or check out the REI brand or cabelas. You'll end up with somethign very functional and you won't be afraid to toss it on a sand bar, or wear it near a fire. Eventually we shoudl be able to get great deals on second hand north face and marmot stuff from unemployed libarts school grads.

[crawfly]

Look under Eds Web specials at Feather-Craft. He's got a Double-Fleece, Mid-Weight, Wind-Proof Jacket starting @ $44.95 right now.

[Ham]

I have the first one skeeter mentioned and I have been very happy with it.

[jdmidwest]

Look for something that has the word "GoreTex" on it or Hydrofleece if you really want to bet your comfort on it. Fleece is nice, but in a rain it will build up bulk. You may want to find a slicker fabric with a goretex liner. Goretex is windproof and waterproof, and breathable.

[Bman]

Phil, What did you decide to go with?

[Rocky]

I have a LL Bean Wind Challenger jacket that is my all time favorite jacket and the price is very good. It is nearly wind-proof and is water resistant. It works very well. I have owned it for several years and the style has changed slightly from what is available now but pretty much looks the same. The new"Wind Challenger Fleece Jacket" sells for $69.00 + 7.95 shipping.

http://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/56539?from=SR&feat=sr

this link is to a great review of the "Wind Challenger Fleece" on Youtube. It is long and it takes a couple of minutes to get the the actual review but it is worth watching if you are in the market to buy one because it tells you what to look for:

They now have a "Pocket Water Fleece Jacket" for fishing that I would probably buy today and it sells for $99.00 + 7.95 shipping.

http://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/63712?feat=sr&freeText=Pocket%20Water%20Fleece%20Jacket

I like LL Bean products because you cannot beat them on customer service (see story below). They have a 100% satisfaction guarantee, which is basically a lifetime warranty. They have customer reviews of each product so you don't have to rely on just advertisement. They also have Tall sizes, which are a little longer in the body and sleeves.

I recently sent back a LL Bean reel I had for 5 years that the drag was giving me some problems. I had bought a Sage 3wt rod w/ LL Bean reel & Scientific Anglers line combo package that I calculated the reel was costing me just $30 ($113 list price). I didn't really want that reel but I was spending a lot for the rod and figured for the price, I could live with the reel for a while before I upgraded to another Ross or Lamson. I ended up liking the reel. When I had some problems with the drag, I sent it back to them. They called and said they have had some problems with that model reel and gave me their new Mid-Arbor reel and a check for the difference in reel prices for about $13.