Ferrosi Water Resistant Anorak

I have two of the full zip Ferrosi hoodie jackets and one full zip without a hood. Love them all, but they are tight around my hips, I can't use the side pockets since I always have a pack on, and the full zipper does pucker out. So this anorak was the perfect upgrade. It has a wonderful lose fit which is good for pulling it on or off, especially with a helmet on. I use it for warm spring ski days, cool fall hikes and sometimes even powder days. The pouch pocket is a tad overkill but it works well with a pack on or throwing something in it with a pack on. The hood fits well, not too big so it doesn't droop off to the side or cover my eyes! Really love this anorak. It is very breathable, but does well in a wet spring snowstorm or a few sprinkles. Also windproof, but if the winds are really bad I use my OR wind shell. It might run a bit big for some, but I love things slightly big for layering and comfort. I got a size large and it does run bigger than the ferrosi full zip hoodies.

I bought this to replace a really well worn Rab softshell with similar fabric and for a similar layering purpose. I also need it to be in a cool color because duh. So far I really like the fabric, I have a pair of pants with a similar fabric and I can tell it will be very nice and hold up to the elements. My only gripe is the waist fit. I'm definitely on the taller end and needed an xl, but it feels like I'm Marilyn Monroe because it's so wide on the waist and I don't love how it makes me look. Because there's no returns I'm going to get this tailored for a better fit on my waist. I think this is a great jacket with minimalist features. I can't wait to use this more hiking, Backcountry skiing, and backpacking in the woods. It's very well designed aside from the waistband cut