Originally Posted by
WalksOn2Wheels
That's actually what I had in mind when directing him to an outdoor store. Lots of hiking/climbing jackets have a good fit that can work well on the bike while still offering some windblock on the chest for those really cold days. The demands of climbing especially tend to favor close to skin insulation that is usually used as a mid-layer for even colder climates. Definitely don't go to the department store and buy some fleece lined London Fog crap that fits like a parka.
Hiking generally means walking up hill in the mountains where it's windy. Exactly the same kind of jacket is going to work for both activities. Main difference is the pockets. Personally, I don't like stuff weighing my back down, so hiking and climbing jackets work for me. Plus I already owned them, and there was no reason to go out and spend several hundred dollars to buy something I already had.