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I love this jacket! This is proven by the fact I have bought two of these in succession (over a 12 year span) and would buy exactly the same one again when my current one runs out.
I use this jacket all the time in a range of circumstances, e.g. trekking, hiking, walking the dog and going in to work. In all of these cases the jackets stands up to any other jacket i have ever had.
My one negative would be that when wearing a backpack regularly the water resistance on the shoulders wears out over time letting damp in. Whilst understandable i guess, it is a shame and the only slightly less positive i can think of.

When I order this my intention was to be able to hike in the sun without reapplying suncream every 20 minutes. I have very fair skin and am terrible in high temperatures.
THIS hoody surpassed all expectations. I thought I’d be sweaty and hot but I felt cooler than I would if I was just wearing my sports bra in the sun. I was out for 4 hours ski touring in direct sun and I was cool as a cucumber with zero tan lines. The hood is great, perfect fit and doesn’t get in the way while still providing adequate protection. Usually I would wear a buff to protect my face but this is a much better, breezy alternative.
The fit is nice and loose and fabric is so light it dries on the body in a heartbeat.
Fellow people who want sun protection and stay cool, this is the best i investment you’ll make all summer. Your skin will thank you.