Springtime is an explosion of blossoms made more lush by the lingering spring showers. Arm yourself for a shower-infused ramble with this versatile, vented rain shell. Omni-Tech waterproof-breathable and fully seam sealed, the Access Point Shell will keep you dry during downpours without squelching interior airflow. 3-point Interchange cabability means you can attach a fleece or softshell to insulate against colder temps. Unzip the vents on the chest for a drizzle-infused jog, and stow the attached storm hood when the sun breaks out. A drawcord hem can be adjusted for the perfect fit.
Great shell. Nice cut.
I checked out a half-dozen packable shells before getting this one, and it won out, especially for the money. It's got more features and a less papery feel than the North Face Venture (which I also found to be cut a little strangely...), and is 15-20 bucks cheaper than comparable shells from the likes of Mountain Hardwear and Patagonia. I like the design of the pit vents as well. They're net-enclosed and horizontal, rather than vertical. Good coat. It's been good to me on the river and when I travel, especially.
