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Our premium fleece WindStopper jacket delivers Gore-Tex® WindStopper® technology with abrasion-resistant soft shell paneling for wear and tear. Works great alone or snap into any SYNC shell to create a 3-in-1 jacket. Ideal climbing clothing, and great for snow sports.
Customers most agreed on the following attributes:
from NY on 6/2/2008
I was looking for a good fleece mid layer that could be worn by itself as well. The lack of adequate wrist closure really prevents this from becoming that jacket for me. The upper arm sleeve pocket is just a silly idea. Even a small cell phone there is uncomfortable.
from Chicago, IL on 6/2/2008
Good features for the price.
I was looking for a wind resistant jacket and decided to try this one out. It is a great jacket for what I need it for. I bought it on sale and had a coupon also which I used and ended up getting it for half price which only adds to the bargain I got, a quality jacket at a great price. If you decide on trying this jacket your best bet is to try it on first because it runs a little smaller than the size you would normally wear.
from San Francisco, CA on 2/29/2008
I was on a month trip through Peru, Ecuador and Costa Rica during February, from sea level to 4,400 meters. We hit rain, snow and very cold temps in the evenings. This jacket was great because it is light yet protective from all the elements - especially the wind. The best part was that when we hit the beaches, this jacket didn't take up too much room in my pack!
from Philadelphia, PA on 2/17/2008
This is my second EMS fleece, my last one lasted over 5 years and I still use it occasionally. Works great in cool to moderately cold weather especially walking around a windy city. The only con I have is that there are no pockets inside the jacket like my old one, but thats not a huge problem.
from Philly, Pa on 2/17/2008
Great fit and look, keeps you warm, picks up lint quite a bit though.
from Slem, Nh on 2/10/2008
I am 5' 8" fits like a glove. Not for cold but very good as a layer. I bought as a liner for a Foumula SYNC jacket. very happy.
from Tullahoma, Tn on 2/10/2008
I use this jacket primarily for winter mountain biking in Tn. I especially like the pit zips which, along with the front zipper, allow ventilation when needed.
from Hollis, NH on 2/7/2008
with it at half price - i can afford to get the arms cut off to the right length - the same length as other EMS products - and as a bonus i get rid of the stupid clips on the bttom of the sleeves
from Buffalo, NY on 2/3/2008
This fleece is AWESOME! I used to work in the industry and the features it has are absolutely perfect and well thought out. I use it to wear while I'm at school in North Dakota where the wind chills are regularly in the -30f range and it stops them no problem.
Fits great and is soft. Used it as a sled the other day down a hill a couple times and it held up AWESOME!
Highly recommended.
from Upstate New York on 1/2/2008
I have many EMS brand items that I love. This jacket seems well made, but I had some issues with the fit. The chest sizing is OK-trim, but with some room for layering. The big problem I had was the length. I am not tall. The length was barely to my waist. The jacket rode up past my waist when raising my hands above my head-letting cold air in. A tall person will really have a problem if the S/L sizes are like the Men's M. Also, for me, the arms were way too long. I understand they are designed to be longer, but ..... It was odd the length was so short, yet the arms so long. I would suggest EMS lengthen the jacket. I can have a tailor shorten the arms. But, and this is why I love EMS, I was able to exchange it with no questions asked for a TNF fleece jacket-which isn't wind proof. Oh well ....
from Wilmington, DE on 12/7/2007
The jacket has very little warmth value, and it's difficult to comfortably wear something warm under it. However, it does look good and would be great for spring and fall.
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from Baltimore, MD on 11/29/2007
This is my 3rd EMS windbloc jacket. The 1st was given to my mother in law (it also didn't have pit zips). The second one didn't have the abrasion patches on the shoulders and was showing wear. I still have it, but it was time to upgrade. So far this seems to be the ticket. The only minor issue I have is it looks like it will be difficult to put 3mm perlon through the zippers for pulls.
from pa on 3/19/2007
fits like a glove
from Astoria,NY on 2/12/2007
no comments
from PA on 2/5/2007
Jacket is nice. I was looking for it to be a little thicker for warmth, so you'll need something under it if you're wearing it as the outer layer.
from Cleveland, Ohio on 1/30/2007
So far I like it alot. The only issue would be is that it picks up lint very easily, so that with the black color it looks like I've rolled around on the floor.
from Alamosa, CO on 1/30/2007
Excellent buy, versatile, lightweight. Good as layer in colder weather or solo.
Only recommended if you have a short torso. Not super breathable, but maybe that's to be expected with windproof fleece. The pit zips are good to have.
The fit is close but not tight - I can layer a midweight fleece beneath it and a rain shell over it.
Overall, it's a fine jacket. Unfortunately, the torso is so short that the hem easily rides up and let's in cold air, even when the drawstring is pulled.
These sleeves are waaay too long for the sizing! Beyond that, this jacket is the best. My last similar jacket became my second skin for over five years. Now that's durable!
Tried it today with layering under program sync shell. Lightweight yet keeps heat inside. Doesn't feel warm initially but retains whats there.Yet to check it when I fly when temps around 20.
from Syracuse, NY on 1/16/2007
Great jacket. Not super warm by itself, but definitely does a good job blocking the wind and makes a great layer underneath an outershell. I definitely recommend this jacket if that's what you're looking for.
from Portsmouth , NH on 1/10/2007
I to had a problem with the size,didnt have the med, so i had to settle on the large. it is a bit big on me but it does have draw cords at the base to make it tighter around the waist area, the arms are a bit long too. but on the pluse side i just went bikeing with temps 32'f with a wind speed of 14 given a real feel of 19'f...Boy the wind never got in and i was toasty warm with just a long sleave on under it!! wind stoper does work!!
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from Boston on 1/8/2007
Bought this for my husband as he wanted a 'waterproof fleece.' I wouldn't say it's completely waterproof, but def. water resisitant and he loves that it's lightweight but very warm. He plans to wear it under his (summer) motorcycle jacket on cooler nights.
from nyc,ny on 1/7/2007
I bought it for my son. We no longer argue over putting on a jacket to go outside. It is lightweight enough for him and I'm comfortable with how warm it is keeping him.
from Potomac, MD on 1/3/2007
EMS needs to develop a mini-large size. The medium is too tight, but the large is a tent. Also, the sleeves are much too long.
from Pittsburgh, PA on 1/2/2007
I really wanted this jacket. My size was not on the rack at the store so I had to order online. The sleeves of the appropriate size were too narrow around my forearms... and I'm not Popeye! The sleeves of the next larger size fit better around my forearms but were too long. I had to return the jacket. Because I did not experience the function of the jacket in windy conditions, I rated it as average.
from NYC on 1/2/2007
had a funny shape and the arms seemed too long. No.
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from Denver Colorado on 12/4/2006
Lightweight yet stopsthe wind
from Brooklyn, NY on 11/13/2006
The jacket fits well, and appears to be quite durable. I wore it recently when working outside in cool weather, and was satisfied with its performance. The one downside is that it's much less warm than the EMS WindStopper fleece that I bought a couple of years ago. I don't think that the jacket would be a sufficient middle layer for activities in cold temperatures (<20 F).
from Center Harbor NH on 11/8/2006
I am very impressed by this jacket and it's performance both as an outside garment and a layer.
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from Londonderry, NH on 11/6/2006
I have yet to really test this jacket out but just using it on it's own the Windstopper fleece really lives up to its name. I recently took it above tree line in the White Mountains and I didn't bother with my heavy insulation until I stopped to rest or it got REALLY cold. I am extremely happy with it in that respect.
However, it does not seem to fit well around the waist. Backpacking with it, the waist belt bunches it up. I wish there was some sort of elastic or the same nylon material use in the shoulders in that position instead of the fleece. The little EMS badge that is glued on the left arm is already falling off after only three weeks. I guess it's only a nuisance if you can't stand the little triangle of dry glue it leaves behind. (really, what is the point of this? Spend another three cents sewing it on if it's that important). The pockets are also poorly placed. The hand pockets are virtually inacessible with a pack on and the left bicep pocket is virtually useless due to its size, or lack thereof.
All in all, I am happy with this purchase. I didn't buy this jacket to use on it's own all the time. I have a feeling I will grow more happy with it once I pair it with the Program jacket and Heater insulation layer to round out the whole system. If you regularly hike in a windy area such as the alpine zone in New Hampshire then you can't go wrong with this item... just find a good shell to keep it under.
Your complete satisfaction with your EMS purchase is our first priority. If you are dissatisfied for any reason, we will exchange or repair the item in question or offer a cash refund with a valid receipt. Please call 888.463.6367 if we can help.
from Cleveland Heights, OH on 11/6/2006
Perfect jacket for fall. Lightweight, windproof. Great fit.
This is my jacket of choice everyday.