Wind is what most jackets fail at
Wind is what most jackets fail at
Wind is the thing a jacket has to stop first, and it is where a knit or a loose weave gives up. Moving air strips warmth off skin far faster than still cold air does, so a tightly woven shell at 200 g out-performs a thick fleece that lets the wind through.
Every shell here is woven for that reason. Polyester carries most of the range, with a softshell at 92.4% polyester and 7.6% spandex where movement matters more than pure wind resistance.
Length, sleeve and cover
Body length at size M runs 60 cm to 103 cm and sleeve 35 cm to 80.5 cm. The range now also carries three cotton outer layers rather than shells alone - a washed canvas chore jacket with a corduroy collar, a washed denim jacket, and a light-padded mid length coat with a single-breasted button front.
Chest at size M spans 112 cm to 148 cm, so read the number and not the letter. 24 of the 29 carry a full size chart, sizes reach XS to 2XL, and shoots use a 187 cm model or taller. Wash cold and keep coated shells out of a hot dryer.
By the weather you are dressing for
For packing small see lightweight jackets. For real cold see puffer jackets.
For sun see sun protection jackets, and for the Japanese cuts see japanese jackets. All outerwear is in jackets.
Measurements come from the manufacturer's flat size table for each garment, converted to centimetres and mapped onto one size ladder. Available for 24 of the 29 garments here, last checked 2026-10-27. How we measure.
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Frequently asked questions
Why does a thin shell beat a thick fleece in wind?
Moving air strips warmth off skin. A tight weave blocks it. A fleece traps air but lets wind pass straight through the structure.
How long are these jackets?
Body length at size M runs 60 cm to 103 cm. Shorter sits at the hip, longer covers the seat and blocks more wind on a bike.
Are any of them stretchy?
The softshell runs 92.4% polyester with 7.6% spandex, and that is the one to take if you need to move as well as stay dry.
How should I wash a coated shell?
Wash cold, and skip the dryer. Heat is what breaks down a water-repellent finish, faster than the washing itself does.