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Backcountry.com Shift Composite Jacket - Men's 5 5 8 Reviews Out of Stock Item # BCC0099 model no longer available. Tweet Current Color Available Colors/Styles top bottom Detail Pics left right Description Whether you love to ski, alpine climb, or hike, the versatile, affordable Shift Composite Softshell will quickly become your favorite jacket. We didn't put the Goat logo on the Backcountry.com Men's Shift Composite Softshell Jacket until we'd tested the hell out of it and knew we'd rely on it for our own backcountry adventures. We at Backcountry.com used Polartec Power Shield fabric, which blocks 98 percent of the wind yet lets enough air circulate that you don't swelter during your spring mountaineering journey. With four-way stretch and an athletic cut, this water-repellent softshell moves with you and doesn't make crinkly, shuffly noises like hardshells do. 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(0) Flag Comment on ste2452817's review » Post a Comment 5 5 Awesome Jacket Ben Member since Nov 19, 2008 Posted on November 3, 2008 I've had this jacket for about a week now and I love it. It is a lightweight jacket that works well for cruising around town or under a backpack on a chilly morning. It has survived one rainstorm so far, even though it was while running errands. And it's best feature so far is the goat logo up top, wear it with pride. (0) Flag Comment on Ben's review » Post a Comment 5 5 nice for a summer / fall hike jlfrankel2338488 Member since Mar 18, 2009 Posted on September 8, 2008 used this as my outer layer for my hike to the summit of Mt. Wilson last week. It was 46 degrees at the trailhead but this kept me warm with only a light capilene layer underneath. very flexible. also wore it to the bars that night and it proved to be "spill" resistant yet flexible enough to shoot pool in. (0) Flag Comment on jlfrankel2338488's review » Post a Comment Unanswered Question how slim does this jacket fit? Dannyman Member since Aug 17, 2008 Posted on August 14, 2008 how slim does this jacket fit? (0) Flag Have an answer for Dannyman? Add a photo(Optional) Terms & Conditions From Your Computer From Another Website Post Answer Can you fit skins in the pockets? iancrae1005516 Member since Mar 18, 2009 Posted on April 23, 2008 Can you fit skins in the pockets? (0) Flag Dustin Robertson Member since Jun 4, 2012 Groups: Responded on May 1, 2008 Yes but the opening is tight. There is plenty of room in the pockets but the opening needs to be larger IMO. (0) Flag Have an answer for iancrae1005516? Add a photo(Optional) Terms & Conditions From Your Computer From Another Website Post Answer 5 5 SOLID LIGHT WEIGHT SOFT SHELL DA BURG Member since Mar 18, 2009 Posted on April 1, 2008 I HAVE WORN THIS JACKET ABOUT 5 TIMES NOW... VERY BREATHABLE, NON-RESTRICTING, STYLIN' AND VERSATILE. ACCOMODATES A 100 WEIGHT FLEECE NICE, ANYTHING MORE THAN THAT AND IT WOULD BECOME BULKY AND LOOSE ITS NON-RESTRICTING FLAVOR. JUST AN FYI, IT IS FOR SURE A HIGH OUTPUT LIGHTER WEIGHT SOFT SHELL. TRAIL RUNNIN', BIKIN', SNOWSHOEIN', HIKING, BACKPACKIN', CHILLIN' WITH BEERS AND THE BOYS AT THE LOCAL PUB. FOR IT'S INTENDED PURPOSE IT'S A SCREAMIN' DEAL COMPARED TO THE COMPETITION. VERY HAPPY WITH THE PURCHASE. (0) Flag Comment on DA BURG's review » Post a Comment What is the difference between this jacket... hooraybeer2138225 Member since Mar 18, 2009 Posted on March 25, 2008 What is the difference between this jacket and the regular soft shell? (0) Flag Josh Member since Aug 15, 2008 Responded on April 15, 2008 nevermind, it appears that this was answered already. (0) Flag Have an answer for hooraybeer2138225? Add a photo(Optional) Terms & Conditions From Your Computer From Another Website Post Answer 5 5 My new favorite Houndsong Member since Mar 18, 2009 Posted on March 20, 2008 Just got this jacket in a couple of days via priority mail and wore it walking the dog in a driving wet snow. Had a Patagonia Calipene #2 base layer under it and was perfectly warm and comfortable. This will be great for spring skiing, hiking etc. Never had a soft shell, so I can't say how it compares to a more expensive jacket but I am very surprised at how well it blocks wind. The medium is a good fit for me, 5'8" 165 lbs. Looks and feels great. Exceeds expectations and a tremendous value at the sale price. Shipping weight says 1 lb. 4 ounces. (0) Flag Comment on Houndsong's review » Post a Comment How heavyweight is this jacket. I'm looking... rschladetz1266341 Member since Mar 18, 2009 Posted on March 12, 2008 How heavyweight is this jacket. I'm looking for something with the warmth of a heavier weight fleece. I have a Marmot Superhero, its a bit too thin for me. (0) Flag Anonymous Member since Mar 18, 2009 Responded on March 18, 2008 This is not a heavy weight jacket. First of all, it uses Power Shield and not Power Shield High Loft. Secondly, the different panels are not even Power Shield, but Power Stretch. That is fine if you are really doing a highly aerobic activity, but it means there are panels that do not insulate well, and are not wind resistant. Look for a jacket made entirely of Power Shield High Loft, e.g. MEC Urban Composite, but they do not make a Tall cut. Tell BackCountry.com to make a jacket of entirely Power Shield High Loft! No panels of anything else, please. (0) Flag Have an answer for rschladetz1266341? Add a photo(Optional) Terms & Conditions From Your Computer From Another Website Post Answer Anyone know what the difference is between... Michael B. Member since Aug 25, 2008 Posted on March 8, 2008 Anyone know what the difference is between this and the normal Shift Jacket? I've asked backcountry CS and all I've gotten is basically:"Uhhh... The Shift is more water-resistant."Is the composite two different materials? If so, which two? Is it two blends of PowerShield, or do some parts not have a membrane?Anyone? (0) Flag Camden Member since Dec 19, 2008 Groups: Responded on April 1, 2008 I just got the jkt (shift-composite black/cinder) today, and as far as i can tell it is PowerShield all around the exterior. The black part has a slightly thick fleece interior vs the cinder which is a thinner fleece interior. The black part also felt slightly more rugged...probably for backpacks and bushwacks. I ran the sink hose on both sections and they seemed equally water resistant. The thinner fleece under the arms may aid in breathability.This seems similar to the marmot superhero in that it has 2-3 different interiors based on function.Bottom line...i'm happy with the purchase (power shield, made in Canada, good fit(still need to wear it though). You can always order it w/ free shipping. Worst comes to worst, it'll cost you a few bucks to return.EDIT:This is not all Power Shield. The panels are Power Stretch. I have not touched the Shift, but I expect it is entirely Power Shield. The "black part" is Power Shield with wind and water resistance and insulation. The "cinder part" is Power Stretch which is just smooth surface, stretchy, non-wind and non-water resistant fabric. It offers high breathability and stretchy ease of movement. I asked several times and the folks there seemed to think it was Power Shield, but after it arrived, it was easy to tell the difference, and they were happy to pay for the return since it was incorrectly described.********** This is someone else, so I left the original info intact and thought I would clear this up. I just got off the horn with them guys at Backcountry, and found out that the Composite, is PowerShield with panels that are powerstretch. It sounds like to me that it would make this one better for more athletic activities and easier range of movement. From what I know of these materials they are all treated the same way with DWR so they should be just as waterproof as the other, but this has more stretch but not as warm as the normal Shift. Also if you want info on the different materials check polartec.com and it is all there so you can see differences. Know you know, and knowing is half the battle. (0) Flag Have an answer for Michael B.? Add a photo(Optional) Terms & Conditions From Your Computer From Another Website Post Answer Unanswered Question How much does the jacket weigh? As a... jordan2ynp2105822 Member since Mar 18, 2009 Posted on March 7, 2008 How much does the jacket weigh? As a backpacker a third of a purchace choice is weight, so it would be nice if all your clothing had that information on the specs list. (0) Flag Have an answer for jordan2ynp2105822? Add a photo(Optional) Terms & Conditions From Your Computer From Another Website Post Answer 4 5 Shifty Sweet Pete LaBore Member since Nov 17, 2008 Posted on March 6, 2008 I had the chance to wear this coat in the resort on a few weather variable days, including a little rain. I'm typically a hard shell guy, but loved the ease at which I could move in the composite. The coat shed outside moisture and also breathed like a champ. I didn't have to touch any extra layers all day. The coat is an athletic fit, which I like. I'm 5' 10.5", and the medium fits perfect. (0) Flag Comment on Pete LaBore's review » Post a Comment 4 5 Great Jacket CJohnson Member since Mar 18, 2009 Posted on February 5, 2008 Great Jacket, I ordered a Med. I'm 5'10" 155lbs and it fits great. If you are any bigger, I'd probably go with a large. I got it to be my primary winter coat in Ohio, and it does fine to just below freezing. After that you need to be moving around a little to stay warm. The WindStopper material doesn't cover the whole arm (just the outer half) so that's the coldest spot of the jacket; I think the pricier BC jacket probably has this wind stopper material everywhere. Good looking...seems to be of great quality so far! Water just beads up and runs off, and a nice high collar to keep your neck warm. (0) Flag Comment on CJohnson's review » Post a Comment 4 5 Breaths Well Dustin Robertson Member since Jun 4, 2012 Groups: Posted on October 12, 2007 I had the opportunity to demo this jacket for a spring ski tour at Crystal. It was raining/sleeting and the jacket regulated my heat perfectly despite the jacket is heavier than I would normally bring on a ski tour. The fit is good I wear a large Arc'teryx and medium The North Face in this jacket I wear a medium. (0) Flag Comment on Dustin Robertson's review » Post a Comment Login E-Mail Password I forgot my password Sign In Cancel Signing In New here? Create a New Account Create a New Account Your Name Will be publicly displayed with all posts. E-Mail ex: johndoe@gmail.com Password Verify password: Passwords are case-sensitive & must be at least 4 characters in length. Create Account Cancel Need Help? Talk to our Gearheads 24/7 about all of your gear related needs. 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