I was looking to replace an older Columbia Titanium Ballistic jacket that I had and loved for years. I couldn't seem to find anything in their current lineup that would match it in terms of features and durability. I thought I'd check out Spider as I have had a few friends with them over the years and they always seemed to be a solid coat choice. That's where I found this bad boy. My old coat was a 2XL and I knew it was too big so I stepped it down to only a 1XL this time. I'm 6-1 and 215 and this thing fits like a fine glove. Not puffy or baggy yet with room to move easily (plus it really didn't hinder my CCW). The sleeves are the perfect length and I love the thumb-hole cuffs! Plenty of pocket space both inside and outside the jacket with ones big enough to stuff goggles into. Built in lanyards keep your keys and the included chamois tethered securely. The removable hood is big enough and sculpted to fit most helmets. There is also a removable powder skirt inside. The insulation while seemingly thin is actually quite warm. The couple days I've been out in more rainy weather, it just beaded up and fell off easily. The quality of the fabric is good but I have to admit that's the one area I would like to see 1 notch tougher at least. I'm not saying it's cheap, I would just like it a little better. Then again I am using my Titanium Ballistic as a benchmark and that thing was all but bulletproof. It was like snowboarding armor. The fit and finish of the workmanship here are fantastic. Overall this is a great coat and while a bit pricey it should serve you well for quite a few years. (plus it looks FANTASTIC! It's so red it all but glows in the dark.)

Had another Spyder jacket for about 10 years but finally worn out. Decided to order this one in a size L and I am personally not disappointed: Yes the Spyder logo is glued and not embroidered but I can live with that.. otherwise the zippers work fine and no complaints quality finish wise. It's currently around freezing here in Indiana and it works just like the old one outdoors; as we now quality has a price but this delivers and I consider it amongst the best there is.

Perfecta

It is an excellent jacket. I am 6'1, 225lbs. This jacket runs 1/2 to 3/4 size small--which suits me perfectly. You want a little room. My only minor issue is that the logo and zippers are not stitched; they are glued. After a few years, a couple of dozen falls, and some abrupt changes in temp, they will likely start to peel. Otherwise, this is an awesome jacket that checks all the boxes for a great ski jacket--without the $800.00 price tag.

Like the look & feel , almost perfectly matches my skis . Don't know how it holds up in the snow & cold , will update since I ordered in the summer