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REI Centre Peak Jacket - Men's

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Ideal for ski touring, climbing or mixed-weather aerobic use, the REI Centre Peak jacket is an exceptionally breathable, water-resistant soft shell for use when days turn damp and cool.

Breathable Polartec® Power Shield® Pro fabric resists rain and blocks winds to 55 mph; Durable Water Repellent finish helps garment shed moisture
Brushed interior wicks moisture and retains warmth
Bemis tape overlays on pocket zippers seal in warmth; heatpress stitching enhances jacket's durability
Full-length front zipper features an interior stormflap and chin guard
1-hand-adjustable hem drawcord and adjustable cuffs seal in warmth
Zipper garages on hand and chest pockets deflect rain and keep zipper heads locked down; chest pocket sports a cord port
Active fit provides for a full range of motion; 4-way-stretch fabric and articulated sleeves enhance comfortable movement
Bluesign®-approved materials: information on this environmental and safety standard can be found at REI.com/stewardship

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REI Centre Peak Jacket - Men's Customer Reviews

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REI Centre Peak Jacket - Men's

4.6

(based on 5 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Comfortable (4)
Breathable (3)
Durable (3)
Lightweight (3)
Warm (3)

Cons

Best Uses

Casual wear (4)
Hiking and camping (3)
Wet weather (3)

- Fit:
- Feels too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  100%
  (3 reviews)
  Feels too big
- Chest Size:
- Feels too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  100%
  (3 reviews)
  Feels too big

- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual/ recreational (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (4)

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Mar

2012

4.0

Comfortable daily use jacket

By Ryan0

from San Jose, ca

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Stylish
Waterproof
Windproof

Cons

Doesn't Breathe

Best Uses

Casual Wear

Comments about REI Centre Peak Jacket - Men's:

I needed an every day jacket that wasn't too heavy and could hold lots of stuff. It's a little heavier and warmer than I was looking for but it works well for the very mild Northern California winter.

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Jan

2012

4.0

Nice Jacket

By jljnavy

from Alexandria VA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable
Lightweight
Warm

Cons

Not sure of any

Best Uses

Casual Wear
Hiking and Camping

Comments about REI Centre Peak Jacket - Men's:

Casual wear when temperatures are not too cool, it helps break the wind chill as well.

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Dec

2011

5.0

The "Handsome Hiker" Jacket

By thatmelchick

from Frederick, MD

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Durable
Lightweight
Warm
Waterproof

Cons

Best Uses

Casual Wear
Cold Weather
Wet Weather

Comments about REI Centre Peak Jacket - Men's:

I bought this jacket for my boyfriend and he loves it. When he wears it out he gets compliments on it all the time. He says it's warm, dry and comfortable. The sleeves are a little long, but other than that, it's perfect.

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Nov

2011

(11 of 12 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Most breathable shell you'll find

By a k a

from San Francisco Bay Area

About Me Professional/Guide

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Pros

Breathable

Cons

Best Uses

Extreme Conditions
Hiking and Camping
Wet Weather
Winter sports

Comments about REI Centre Peak Jacket - Men's:

Kudos to REI for adopting Polartec PowerShield Pro! This is a breakthrough fabric, and it makes the Centre Peak a great update to REI's softshells.

I'm impressed. There are several boutique companies out there now making a jacket out of PowerShield Pro, but none are doing it at this low a price point.

PowerShield Pro fabric seems to me ridiculously breathable. I've run in it, biked in it, skied in it, ice climbed in it, worked under a downpour in it - without overheating. You name it, this fabric handles it. It's exceptionally water repellent, and will remain so when you treat it periodically with Nikwax's Softshell Proof. (Polartec claims its hydrostatic head resistance is 5000mm initially, and 3000mm down the line. 5000mm is the equivalent of your tent's waterproofing.)

One caveat: While this jacket will cut out wind, the thinness of PowerShield Pro material also leads to lower warmth than you'd find in a more traditional, fleecy softshell. Hence, when temps are freezing, wear this shell with at least a midweight baselayer under it. In fact, try REI's, which is cut from Polartec Power Dry - also an absolutely outstanding performer when it comes to wicking sweat off your skin.

You may have heard of the even newer Polartec component called NeoShell that came out in late 2011. The distinction is this: NeoShell is a 100% waterproof shell (estimated at 10,000mm hydrostatic head) that, like Mountain Hardwear's DryQ line, breathes somewhat better than the most breathable hardshell, eVent. If you're engaged in sustained, high-intensity aerobic activity in the elements where you want to avoid overheating, PowerShield Pro is the material you'll want to wear, as its breathability definitely exceeds what a NeoShell or DryQ jacket will be able to do for you.

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Oct

2011

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Terrific Jacket

By jkpaddler

from Washington, D.C.

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Durable
Lightweight
Stylish
Warm

Cons

Best Uses

Casual Wear
Cold Weather
Hiking and Camping
Wet Weather

Comments about REI Centre Peak Jacket - Men's:

This is the most versitile jacket I've ever owned. It sheds sleet, snow, and mild to moderate rain with ease, breathes well enough during outdoor aerobic activities, and blocks most (but not all) wind. It keeps me warm from the mid 50s to the mid 20s, depending on what I wear underneath. (Colder temps require a mid-layer, like my slim-fitting, 800-fill Marmot down jacket. On its own, don't expect to wear it much below the mid 40s because it only provides light fleece insulation.) Finally, it fits perfectly and looks great, with a semi-tapered, athletic cut that doesn't bunch up around my middle but leaves enough room for layering. I also appreciate the lack of logos so I don't look like a poser. All in all, it should be on the short list of anyone who wants a soft shell.