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Written on Oct 27, 2014

Every piece of Black Diamond gear is top quality. This jacket is a super light weight Gore-Tex shell. The fit is a little boxier than the ultra-fitted Alpine Start Hoodie soft shell, which disappointed me at first, but later I realized it's so that I can easily layer a down jacket underneath to create a winter jacket combo with an athletic fit. Zippers are chunky and smooth, and the hood offers great coverage.

The only reason I did not give five stars is that there is no reflective material anywhere on the jacket. For commuting in the city, this is not the best choice for visibility. Compared to the fit and finish of most commuting jackets, however, I find this jacket more stylish and with a higher quality build. I will be purchasing some cheap LED's to wear around my arms and ankles to add this feature.
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