Reviews & Ratings for FlyLow Higgins Coat Mens — 4 reviews — Page 1

I bought this coat for a trip for some spring skiing in Whistler, as I didn't think I'd need my heavy, insulated ski coat. It was exactly what I had hoped for. Great wind and water protection - I wore it alone with a wool base layer. Would have had more than enough room for layering with bulkier layers. Even kept me comfortable when we got a surprise drop in the temps our last 2 days. Had a little trouble with the hood staying up over the helmet while skiing - but I think that is much more likely operator error.
I picked this up on a clearance sale, but it is a bargain at ANY price!
Hope this will be my "go to" for years and years.

Well, the 2014-15 ski season here in the Inland Northwest (Eastern Washington) was pretty much a bust by mid February, but that didn't stop me from planning for next year. I purchased the Flylow Higgins (size large, Olive colorway) because I wanted a minimalist 3L shell at an affordable price. Every review I read about this jacket was positive, from its waterproof / breathability performance to its comfort, features, and styling. I went with a large based on other reviewers stats and at 5'9", 185 lbs, I think it was the right choice. My down vest fits easily underneath as a midlayer without making me look like an overfed Yeti. Although our season here was basically over when I placed my order, I was stoked to have found this jacket, and really stoked when it arrived sooner than expected. Of course I geeked out and immediately climbed into my ski pants and threw on the coat. I gotta say the kit looks good and I can't wait for next season.

Be under no illusions, this is a soft shell jacket and, despite being very well made and thoroughly waterproof and breathable, you will need layers underneath if you plan to wear this on v cold days. The jacket's made to be baggy so that shouldn't be a problem if you get the right size though; beautifully designed, the jacket is a thing of beauty and extremely good in all weathers and, being waterproof and breathable to 20,000mm gives it the versatility of being an excellent all-rounder. The jacket in the 'squash' colour, which is what I have it in, looks great in the flesh; would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a well made snowboard/skiing soft shell.