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  • EMS Men's Thunderhead SYNC Jacket

    Always dependable, the lightweight Thunderhead rain jacket delivers waterproof, breathable, windproof protection in all weather conditions. A dependable jacket with that deserves to be in your bag on every trip.

    Features/Benefits:

    • SYNC compatible: snap in a fleece for warmth without bulk, thanks to our rainwear's three-point connection system
    • System Three coating provides waterproof protection with breathable comfort
    • 50-denier nylon ripstop shell fabric with fully taped seams to keep water out
    • Fixed adjustable hood can be rolled and secured with hook and loop tabs
    • Underarm zippers for ventilation
    • Center-front zipper with storm and draft flaps
    • Brushed polyester chin guard for comfort
    • Packs into inner pocket
    • Zippered hand pockets with mesh linings
    • Jacket fits into interior zippered pocket
    • Adjustable Velcro cuffs with elastic at the back
    • Drawcord hem cinches to keep weather out
    • Drop-tail hem for greater coverage
    • Classic fit: slight ease around the body
    • 2.5 layer fabric: nylon ripstop shell backed by System Three coating with a finish for comfort against the skin

    Fiber Content: 100% nylon ripstop
    Country of Origin: Imported

  • EMS Men's Thunderhead SYNC Jacket

    EMS_Sale Yes
    Removable Liner No
    Gender Men's
    Back Length 29 in.
    Fit Regular
    Weather Conditions Rain
    Snow Skirt No
    Ventilation Underarm zippers
    Waterproof Material System Three 10k coating
    Weight 12 oz.
    Waterproof Yes
    Type Jackets
    Activity/Breathability Level Moderate
    Construction 2.5 layer
    Packability Medium compactibility
    Hood Type Yes, fixed

REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

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Eastern Mountain SportsEMS Men's Thunderhead SYNC Jacket
 
4.2

(based on 19 reviews)

88%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Lightweight (17)
  • Comfortable (13)
  • Good cut (11)
  • Versatile (11)
  • Attractive (9)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Wet / rain (15)
    • Outdoor activities (10)
    • Travel (8)
    • Daily use (6)
    • Going out (3)
      • Sizing:
      • Feels too small

         

        Feels true to size

         

        82% 

        (14 reviews)

        Feels too large

         
      • Sleeve Length:
      • Feels too short

         

        Feels true to length

         

        94% 

        (15 reviews)

        Feels too long

         
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Casual dresser (14)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (15)

    Reviewed by 19 customers

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    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Sweet jacket!

    By twhite5

    from Northeast Ohio

    About Me Casual Dresser

    Pros

    • Attractive Design
    • Comfortable
    • Good Cut

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Bad Weather
      • Daily Use
      • Outdoor Activities
      • Travel

      Comments about Eastern Mountain Sports EMS Men's Thunderhead SYNC Jacket:

      An awesome jacket that has gotten even better. I replaced an old EMS Thunderhead jacket with this one in the Picante/Dark Shadow color. The color rocks and the jacket was everything I was looking for - waterproof, durable, cuts the wind and looks good. [...]

      • Sizing:
      • Feels true to size
      • Sleeve Length:
      • Feels true to length
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

      (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Great Shell, Runs Very Large.

      By Frodo of the Hills

      from Virginia

      Verified Reviewer

      Pros

      • Lightweight
      • Pretty compact
      • Quality

      Cons

      • Sizing

      Best Uses

      • Backpacking
      • Hiking
      • Rainy days

      Comments about Eastern Mountain Sports EMS Men's Thunderhead SYNC Jacket:

      This is definitely a great laminate shell. Very durable and packs down pretty small. My only fault with it is the fit, aside from being rather boxy (which is normal in this type of shell) it runs very large. I'm a small in just about everything and the only reason I purchased a small in this jacket is because EMS doesn't make an extra-small. Basically it fits and feels like i'm wearing a large. So when getting this, I would suggest sizing down if you want a more natural fit.

       
      5.0

      Completely Satisfied

      By Pic

      from Massachusetts

      About Me Casual Dresser

      Verified Reviewer

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Durable
      • Good Cut
      • Lightweight
      • Versatile

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Bad Weather
        • Outdoor Activities

        Comments about Eastern Mountain Sports EMS Men's Thunderhead SYNC Jacket:

        This jacket is exactly what I needed. Goes over my sync fleece for a perfect inclement weather combo!

        • Sizing:
        • Feels true to size
        • Sleeve Length:
        • Feels true to length
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No
         
        5.0

        Great Jacket

        By K2Biking

        from Saratoga, NY

        Verified Reviewer

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Durable
        • Lightweight
        • Packable
        • Pit zips
        • Water proof

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Bad Weather
          • Hiking
          • Outdoor Activities
          • Travel

          Comments about Eastern Mountain Sports EMS Men's Thunderhead SYNC Jacket:

          First couple hikes with this jacket have been great. Went to Cascade/Porter and it was snowing. This jacket kept me warm and dry all the way up and back down. Super pack-able, pit zips are key.

          • Sizing:
          • Feels true to size
          • Sleeve Length:
          • Feels true to length
          • Was this a gift?:
          • No
           
          5.0

          Love it

          By Rj

          from Spain

          About Me Casual Dresser

          Pros

          • Attractive Design
          • Comfortable
          • Durable
          • Good Cut
          • Lightweight
          • Versatile
          • Warm

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Bad Weather
            • Daily Use
            • Outdoor Activities
            • Travel

            Comments about Eastern Mountain Sports EMS Men's Thunderhead SYNC Jacket:

            Na

            • Sizing:
            • Feels true to size
            • Sleeve Length:
            • Feels true to length
            • Was this a gift?:
            • No
             
            5.0

            Waterproof

            By Jeff

            from Adirondacks,NY

            About Me Casual Dresser

            Pros

            • Attractive Design
            • Comfortable
            • Durable
            • Lightweight
            • Versatile

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Bad Weather
              • Daily Use
              • Going Out
              • Outdoor Activities
              • Travel

              Comments about Eastern Mountain Sports EMS Men's Thunderhead SYNC Jacket:

              Great waterproof jacket similar to the name brands and priced about the same,unless you buy on one of EMS sales events. The back of the jacket has a little bit of a tail for extra protection in the snow. The hat cinches down tight and has a strong brim for added support. I use this as a stand alone rain jacket or layer it over my down sweater and it works flawlessly.

              • Sizing:
              • Feels too large
              • Sleeve Length:
              • Feels true to length
              • Was this a gift?:
              • No
               
              4.0

              Good feature for the price

              By Five-0 in Ct

              from MIddletown, CT

              About Me Casual Dresser

              Verified Reviewer

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Double Front Zipper
              • Good Cut
              • Lightweight
              • Pit zips

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Bad Weather
                • Daily Use
                • Outdoor Activities

                Comments about Eastern Mountain Sports EMS Men's Thunderhead SYNC Jacket:

                Good design, has nice features like double direction front zipper. Many other mfgers are doing away with this critical feature. It is convenient to open up the bottom half of jacket when drive & sitting. Pit zips are always good. Jacket is light weight and roomy enough in the shoulders to accommodate fleece layering. EMS jackets have superior quality and value.

                • Sizing:
                • Feels true to size
                • Sleeve Length:
                • Feels true to length
                • Was this a gift?:
                • No
                 
                3.0

                Basic, keeps you dry, light weight

                By Beantown

                from Boston, ma

                About Me Casual Dresser

                Pros

                • Lightweight
                • Versatile

                Cons

                • Boxed Cut
                • Not Tapered
                • Poor Fit

                Best Uses

                • Bad Weather

                Comments about Eastern Mountain Sports EMS Men's Thunderhead SYNC Jacket:

                Used only on rainy days
                Jacket is light enough to wear when warm, but can be layered for cooler weather.
                The cut of the jacket is boxed and tends to "tent" when wearing.

                • Sizing:
                • Feels too large
                • Sleeve Length:
                • Feels true to length
                • Was this a gift?:
                • No
                 
                4.0

                Exactly what it says on the tin

                By Cipher-0

                from Boston MA

                About Me Casual Dresser

                Verified Reviewer

                Pros

                • Comfortable
                • Lightweight
                • Versatile

                Cons

                • Not Warm

                Best Uses

                • Bad Weather

                Comments about Eastern Mountain Sports EMS Men's Thunderhead SYNC Jacket:

                I bought this partly because we were about to get into a week-long wet-weather cycle and I walk a couple of miles to work daily.

                The jacket does exactly what it is supposed to - keep you dry without having you stew in your own sweat thanks to the zippered vents. I've found it comfortable and adjustable to different temperatures easily while on the move. The additional pockets are definitely an upside.

                The hood I've found to be over-large and it took me a while to get it just right to avoid both being open to the wind while avoiding the tunnel effect of cutting off peripheral vision.

                Be aware that the jacket has no insulation at all. If there's a fifty-degree rain spitting down, you'd best be prepared for fifty degrees. It'll keep you dry, but not warm.

                • Sizing:
                • Feels true to size
                • Sleeve Length:
                • Feels true to length
                • Was this a gift?:
                • No
                 
                4.0

                AWESOME!

                By Scooby

                from Troy, NY

                About Me Casual Dresser

                Verified Reviewer

                Pros

                • Attractive Design
                • Comfortable
                • Durable
                • Good Cut
                • Lightweight
                • Versatile

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Can't pack into itself

                  Comments about Eastern Mountain Sports EMS Men's Thunderhead SYNC Jacket:

                  I absolutely love this jacket for rain. Its replaced a jacket that cost almost twice as much and wasn't really waterproof. I have zero leaks in this coat. My only issue is I can't figure out how to pack it into itself!

                  • Sizing:
                  • Feels true to size
                  • Sleeve Length:
                  • Feels true to length
                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No

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