By Shinobi200X from Philadelphia, PA on 7/31/2008

Great Jacket!

By Dave the Scout from Philadelphia, PA on 7/29/2008

I bought the product because it synced into my pac-lite gortex jacket. It was a perfect fit and provides the freedom of movement and comfort that I require all the time. No complaints whatsoever. Delivered perfection in a jacket.

By Happy Camper from San Diego, CA on 6/23/2008

Follow the sizing chart. It's pretty acurate.

By Big John from Ardmore, Alabama on 6/17/2008

Although we don't live in the artic north, it was pretty cold this winter in Ardmore, Alabama. We were bundling everyone up in cumbersome coats, which made going out of the house a real hassle. We were so excited to receive our EMS jackets and didn't mind going out again. Not only are our jackets extremely warm, they are very stylish and good looking. My girls love their coats because they don't want to take the time to bundle up. Our family has 5 different products of EMS and we love all of them because of their light weight, their stylishness, how they keep us warm and dry no matter how bad the weather. We would recommend your products any time.johnr[@]

By Brendan from Washington, DC on 5/27/2008

I use this product mostly for walking around the city on cold days, either by itself or paired with my rain coat if it is really wet out. I also plan to use this for skiing as it stretches, is breathable, and has long arms to fit with my gloves.

By Adam from Buffalo, NY on 4/25/2008

I go to Syracuse where the winters are cold, its is a great jacket for battling the cold, windy weather. Not only that, I purchased the waterproof shell that syncs right onto the fleece. This was another great purchase and i use the combination for snowboarding. I have and I will continue to recommend the SYNC products made by EMS.

By da from GR, MI on 3/20/2008

great fleece for any wear... will be great under a shell for next winter!

By dickmoonpie from Boston, MA on 3/6/2008

Great base layer or standalone top. Very warm and because its a mid/heavy weight, not the highest breathability, so be careful not to use when the temps are warmer. Sleeves are a little longer than standard (because its part of the sync family I guess) with nice tight openings so your wrists (and consequently your hands) keep really warm.

By Mark the teacher from Hudsonville Mi on 2/28/2008

Great for cruising to starbucks in, as long as that cruise is a moderate walk. Don't run in it, you will be sweating like a [*] in church. My runs were in the 20s and it was too warm!Other than that--I love it I wear it all the time. Fantastic fit, feel and quality we have come to expect form EMS.

By matt q from DC on 2/28/2008

I was looking for a little wind protection in a fleece, so I got the Wind Pro, but the huge stretch panels on the back and sides defeat the whole purpose. Wind goes right through. I returned it and got a thicker, full wind pro jacket from elsewhere.

I team this up with the Program Sync Jacket for snowboarding. What a great combo. I also use the fleece on its own for daily use. Keeps me warm. Great product EMS!

By J.T. from Arlington, VA on 2/20/2008

I bought two more as gifts, and might grab another for myself...

By Steamboat Steve from Springfield,Il on 2/20/2008

the liner is wonderful and on our recent skiing trip, it was warm,comfortable, and good looking. I think it does run small, [...]I went with a large instead of my usual medium. [...]wonderful product. Thanks

By Steve from Washington, DC on 2/19/2008

I had owned an older school Divergence fleece and loved it. I was a little scared that the new model wouldn't live up to the older ones. I was wrong, it totally did. the jacket is warm, fitted, has a very simple design, and is a great layer. The chest pocket is so great. I don't know why it's so great, there's just something about it. Overall, a good fall/spring jacket, and a great layer under a shell for really cold days.

By Brad W. from Arlington, VA on 2/13/2008

Cut is on the "trim" side. I say this because I am 6'2", 280 lbs and pretty muscular and the XXL it is cut to fit me perfectly (like it is custom cut for me but not tight)...the way it tapers at the waist is great. I wear this as a casual jacket and have been warm in it with a t-shirt on in temps to 20 degrees. It is very well designed and has a great overall look.

By Tuck the Contractor from Ramadi, Iraq on 2/11/2008

I am a Security Contractor in Iraq and this item is perfect throughout the winter into spring. Very durable and holds strong even if you get wet.

By Dotspiot from Atlanta Georgia on 2/6/2008

This product is well made, and better than expected.

By Washy from Enola, PA on 2/6/2008

I use this fleece as a everyday jacket and while I am hiking. It is warm and fits well. I haven't found a zip up fleece I like as much as this one.

By Sailor67 from New York, NY on 2/5/2008

Form fitting--great layer under other shells. Great wearing alone--warm and shuts down all but gale force winds. Great value when compared to North Face, etc. High quality performance and feel.

By Buzzsaw from Nantucket, MA on 2/4/2008

I found it to be a great light weight top for layering or alone on moderate days. Stops most of the wind.

By none from oswego, ny on 1/30/2008

haven't had this long enough to comment on how it will hold up but i know from similar products to try to stay away from sparks. the zipper pulls are too small even w/o gloves which would be ok if the holes were at the ends of the pulls to add a cord.

By phmancus from greensboro, nc on 1/23/2008

i lead backpacking, climbing, skiing and a number of other outdoor trips for my college, and this coat is a great layer for climbing trips on cold days, or an outer layer while backpacking in cold conditions. i love this coat.

By Kate from Scottsville, Virginia on 1/21/2008

Bought one for my son and one for my husband when he saw how terrific it was. Both love their jackets.

By susan from mexico city on 1/21/2008

this jacket is great. it blocks the wind something fantastic. sleeves are a good length - the cuffs are extended which keeps my wrists and hands snuggly warm. my only complaint would be that the jacket by itself isn't very warm. you need to wear layers to stay toasty.

By Buzzbait from Upsate New York on 1/16/2008

Consider this as an addendum to my earlier review of the Divergence Fleece. I wasn’t too hot on the model that I bought last year, but the new version that is available now, is greatly improved. EMS really listened to the customers on this one. The material that pilled so badly has now been replaced by something very similar to the great EMS 2004 fleece. And thankfully, the chest pocket has made a reappearance. I REALLY missed having the chest pocket for my Ipod, sunglasses, or whatever I’m carrying that day.
The fit also seems to have improved greatly. I can now hold my arms up over my head, without the bottom of the fleece riding up too far. The overall fit of the fleece is now a very athletic cut, which I like very much. EMS even saw fit to add the draw strings back to the waist of the jacket, which is a huge improvement. The fit is as perfect as the 2004 model. I can wear it as a layer underneath a shell, or as an outer layer over a t-shirt on warmer days.
Overall, this is an extraordinarily good fleece. Every bit as good as the 2004 model. I wore it out for a casual two hour hike yesterday, with the temperature just below freezing, and was perfectly comfortable. I’m sure that if I were exerting myself harder, I could be comfortable at an even lower temperature.

By Dave The Skiier from Oak Park, IL on 1/15/2008

I really like the fit and it looks great. It was warm during a recent snowy, windy, 20 degree ski day with only a shell over it.

The sleeves are too long for the size, and although being "sync" it's longer than the Orion jacket in the same size (small).

By crewboy from Syracuse, ny on 1/10/2008

I received this for Christmas and my Dad ordered one just like it that day because we both agreed it was the best Jacket we had seen in a long time. I can wear light layers underneath and a heavy layer on top. It feels great too.

By Craig from Goffstown, NH on 1/9/2008

Very well made fleece jacket. It fits me very well. I am typically a mens large, the medium fits great. This is nice piece to wear in lieu of a sweater.

By Mike from Atco, NJ on 1/9/2008

I have worn this jacket in cold and chilly conditions Mountain Biking and Golfing and it has been very good, flexible movement and warm.

Just got this, so I can't comment on pilling or durability. But like others, I feel this fleece doesn't stack up to my older EMS model--it simply fits weird. Whereas the old one fits great and stretches as I move, this one feels baggy around the underarms, and the sleeves are really really long--at least an extra 6".

Also, I'm not impressed with the sync feature, as this jacket is a couple inches longer than the orion sync shell (same size), so sticks out below (and can get wet). Attaching fleece to shell isn't important to me (who cares?), but the fleece should at least be covered.

Does anyone else feel that EMS sizes are growing? 10 years ago I took mediums, 5 years ago smalls, and now this small is almost too big. I don't think I'm shrinking...

By Jimmy XY from Southern Maine on 1/8/2008

I love the almost fitted feel of this jacket. Gives the wearer a slimmer appearence. I purchased this item on sale at half the regular cost, and it't one of the best deals I've ever gotten.

By OUTDOOR GUYS from Worcester, Ma on 1/8/2008

I bought this garment for 2 skiiers and it not only fit to perfection, they think that it is the best lightweight ski jacket they have ever had!!

By SkiAddict from NJ on 1/7/2008

I like the fact that it looks and feels good while wearing skiing and as casual jacket. The fleece jacket is very comfortable, versatile and fits well without being confining.

By Tricky from Dallas, Tx on 1/7/2008

This fleece is a great buy for someone looking for a warm fleece that blocks wind. It's just as good if not better than a North Face fleece.

By Richard from Boston, MA on 1/7/2008

I love this fleece jacket. It is perfect for a lightweight jacket to wear by itself or underneath another coat.

By for micky from Dunoon Scotland UK on 1/7/2008

light weight, great fit

By Chuck from Bradenton, FL on 1/6/2008

Their seems to be a lot of controversy about this jacket & it seems to have undergone many changes.

I have worn it in 45 degree weather with just a 't' shirt & it was ok for a ten minute walk in winds of 10-15 mph, 35 degrees with a long sleeve 't' was ok. It seemed relativly wind proof but I think it is important to keep it in prespective, with regular polar fleece just the act of walking generates enough breeze to blow through it. The sleeves are a little long but I like that feature to protect my hands. The body is long enought to cover my rear, another good thing. I have not had it out in the rain, thought I expect it to be some what water repellent I would not use it for a rain coat (it is polar fleece). I'll be using to walk the dog & for kayak camping. All in all, a great jacket,good quality, I would buy it again!

By Bear Kent from Boulder, CO on 1/6/2008

I paid half price for a middle weight fleece which keeps me warm. I'm a tall slender guy and it's hard to find slim fitting anything, but that was until I bought the Divergence Fleece SYNC. It's very true to fit, breathable, and contains numerous stowing pockets.

By Cliff Cranberry from Boston, MA on 1/6/2008

Very comfortable and warm. Good enough to perform as an outer shell in the winter.

By Jay from Portland, Maine on 1/6/2008

I purchased this jacket to use mainly as a layer under a shell, but have found that this jacket works fine on it's own most of the time. I love the close fit. One of the most comfortable jackets I have ever worn. After three weeks of almost constant wear (including some snowshoeing), the jacket shows no signs of wear. Bravo EMS!

By Jacob from Olean, NY on 1/5/2008

I purchased my first Divergence jacket in 2004. I absolutely loved it. Bought another one in 2006 and liked the fact that they gave the sleeves an extension...perfect for tucking your gloves in the sleeves without having to worry about them pulling away. Only downfalls were the lack of the Napoleon pocket and the high pill rate of the fleece.

Purchased the new version and yes it has the sleeve extensions, the Napoleon pocket and the fleece is non-pilling. Please EMS do NOT change this jacket! If you decide to do anything to it, maybe put a small valuables pocket on one of the sleeves.

It is my go to jacket in the Spring, Fall and Winter.

By Donna from Goffstown, NH on 1/4/2008

Great by itself or when colder or wetter can layer with a waterproof/windproof layer.

By Roni the friend from Allentown, PA on 1/4/2008

Casual wear, outer jacket is water resistant, a good, warm damp day or clear cold day garment.

By Patrick the Wooden Boat Restorer from Wearer is in Seattle WA on 1/3/2008

I purchased this as a gift for my son and can only speak to the size. It fit perfectly and he seemed delghted with it.

By sn from Cleveland, OH on 1/3/2008

Worn alone for mild activities, this jacket is suitable down to about 45 degrees at best. Adding a shell on top of the jacket provides little more benefit. The neck is quite large which allows for a decent amount of cold air to enter and warm air to exit. This almost negates the windproof benefit of the jacket. A drawstring adjustment around the neck would be a welcome addition. I think this is a decent buy for wearing around town at the sale price of [$], but I wouldn't depend on it for serious cold weather activities. For the full price, there are better choices out there.

By JAY from LYNNFIELD, MA on 1/3/2008

A VERY NICE JACKET, WELL DESIGNED, COMFORTABLE, FLEXIBLE GOOD FIT AND GREAT LOOKING

By B. from Baltimore, MD on 1/3/2008

fits well and looks good; true to size; although purchased while on sale, would have paid full price; only con is sleeve composition; because of the length, they bunch above the wrists; not bad though

By Focal from State College, PA on 1/2/2008

Comfortable, warm, wind-proof, great for fall and spring wear, or under a shell in winter.

By NiftyGuy from Fairfield, CT on 1/2/2008

I am really impressed with the EMS Sync jacket. It is warm, comfortable and also stylish.

By Green Mountain Jim from Windham, Vermont on 1/2/2008

very warm for such a lightweight jacket, with great protection against the wind

By David from Salem, NH on 1/2/2008

[...] I got this for my dad for christmas and he loves it. I got one for myself as a layer between my North Face ski jacket and ems wick away undershirt. Its great. i was toasty warm with those 3 this weekend at Loon Mnt.

By Rich from PA on 12/4/2007

The new Divergence is all that the old one was. Athletically cut, warm and comfortable over varying conditions. The


chest pocket is back