Columbia  Hikebound II Insulated Jacket - Men's

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Bought this jacket about a year ago and still quite happy with my purchase. I purchased the small and as a 5' 6" guy it goes down to my upper thighs. Nice and warm. A good middle between a lightweight and a heavyweight jacket. Perfect for being out in the rain, wind, or light snow. The only problem is the right side Velcro can rub on the sleeve if you're wearing the jacket unzipped. Within a couple months I was noticing the inner side of my right sleeve becoming frayed and losing the waterproofness. Since I noticed, I've been careful about not brushing my right arm against the Velcro but it's only the inside of the arm which usually doesn't need much waterproofing anyways but just something to be aware of.

 First, I’ve always been so dependent on the reliability of reviews REI Second, the reviews certainly did match the quality of the jacket when I received it. In my past experience when the reviews were rated high the products were exceptional. Third, when I realized the reviews I read didn’t match the quality - I went back and read them again Lastly, this is the first time and the only time I’ve ever seen REI use solicited promotional reviews, and I was so shocked and disturbed about how much REI has changed the trail corporate marketing strategies.

High quality but lining sound like potato chip bag

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Quality fabric, innovative touches, Good price, very nice cuts

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I recently purchased the Columbia Men’s Hikebound II Insulated Jacket, and I couldn’t be happier with it. The waterproofing is excellent—just as advertised, it kept me completely dry during several rainy hikes. The insulation is also impressive, keeping me warm and comfortable without feeling bulky. I love that it’s lightweight yet durable, and the fit allows for easy layering if needed. Overall, it’s a reliable jacket that performs exactly as promised. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a dependable waterproof and warm hiking jacket.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Gift for our 20-something son - he absolutely loves the fit and the look.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This jacket is perfect...It's warm, waterproof, and windproof. It both fits & looks great. It's really comfortable and lightweight. I can wear it over bulky sweatshirts with no issues. The hood is a really nice feature & the neck zips up really high blocking out the wind. The zippered chest pocket is perfect for your phone and the zippered hand pockets and perfect as well. This jacket was exactly what I expected it to be when it arrived. I recommend this jacket hands down.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The jacket is very nice and warm. The fit is great on the top but for men on the slimmer side the fit around the wait can look awkward. It has pull strings to tighten but it does not do the trick.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Has instant warmth. I tried on in home and was getting hot instantly. Couldn't keep on long. I ordered the large. Had a LT but was too long. The large has extra room but can be adjusted with drawstrings for a tighter fit. I'm 6 ft. 175. The material is nice inside and out.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] 1. The online size chart is not helping at all. Get a recommendation of L and actually the M size is enough. 2. The claim of maximal warmth is over-advertising. It does not give enough warmth in temperature below 0 degree celsius unless you have multiple layers under it.