This is a great all weather jacket. The tough shell keeps you bone dry in any conditions and keeps you warm in the windiest, coldest conditions...but at the same time works great for spring/fall conditions to wear with just a t-shirt underneath. The material is great too, holds up to snags on trees, etc. when skiing/riding. Used mine for 3 seasons and still looks brand new. The helmet compatable hood is also great and the small slit in the chest pocket for headphones works out perfectly, you can keep your ipod safe and dry in the chest pocket with easy access and run the wires inside the jacket. Mine is in a light green color which in my opinion looks alot cooler than the smoke or red jacket so might be worth shopping around for a different color. Also makes for a cool looking jacket just to wear around when it's a little rainy or cold. If you're on the fence, get it, you won't regret it.