Originally Posted by
NateRod
EDIT:
Found this Columbia Highroad softshell for $30 and figured "why not"?
We'll see how it works out once it arrives.
Originally Posted by
NateRod
This arrived yesterday. It's very comfortable, stretchy, with a slightly longer hem in the back, so it's great for riding. I also put it on the sink and ran some water on it, and it did a great job at repelling it.
My only gripe: It's MUCH thinner than I thought it would be, which probably means it won't be a lot of help when it gets really cold. I'm still going to keep it, cause it feels like a great late fall / early spring type of jacket.
I might still be able to take it out on the colder days if I get some good, warm layers underneath. Only way to find out is to put it to the test.
I'm happy to report that this softshell is THE ****. Looked thin when it first arrived, and it is indeed. Super lightweight. However, it is deceptively efficient against the cold.
Actually held its own yesterday against 20-degree weather with gusting winds. My hands and toes were freezing even with double mitts, wool socks, and leather shoes, but my upper body was straight up cruising. Perfectly adequate.
Best $30 I've spent in a good while.