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DC Spectrum 13 Softshell Jacket - Men's

Item #DCS5270 | 472 in Stock
5 Star Rating

Sickest Softshell Ever

By Ranked #438 - Men's Jackets October 2, 2009

I was looking for a softshell that fell more under the hoodie category than the jacket category and I also wanted it to have at least 10k waterproofing. Fortunately, I found the Spectrum and it was exactly what I was looking for. The Spectrum looks and feels just like a hoodie but has all the tech features of a regular jacket. From pit zips to snow skirt, media pocket to pass pocket, this softshell has it all. I bought it primarily for spring riding but I'm sure it can be used by itself on some of the warmer days and even on colder days if you add some layering. I'm 5'9", 150 lbs, and originally I ordered a large, which wound up being a little baggier than I like, so I reordered a medium off of Brociety at a great price. It does fit true to size though, DC's sizing chart is pretty accurate, I had just ordered it too big in the first place. Lastly, the colorways on this jacket are sick, I've had tons of people compliment me on the black stripe pattern.

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By: October 3, 2009

I'll post the only close-up picture I have of the jacket, but it's a riding picture, not sure if that's what you want. I'm 5'9", 150 lbs, and originally I ordered a large, which is a bit too baggy for me, so I just reordered a medium off of Brociety the other day. If I were you I'd get a medium, but if you want it to fit real snug then go with a small. DC's sizing chart is pretty accurate as far as this softshell is concerned. Keep in mind this picture is of a large. Hope this helps.

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By: October 3, 2009

Do you have any close up pics of the jacket? I'm like 5' 8" 157 lbs. and most of the time I wear a small in DC jackets, but I want to get the black stripe so I'm thinking about going with medium, I just really don't like things too big on me.

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Tech Specs:

Material:
[shell] 3-layer polyester softshell; [lining] bonded tricot 
Fabric Waterproof Rating:
10,000 mm 
Fabric Breathability Rating:
10,000 g/m² 
Fit:
standard 
Hood:
yes 
Venting:
mesh lined 
Powder Skirt:
yes 
Wrist Gaiters:
yes 
Pockets:
(external) 2 front handwarmer, (internal) media 
Recommended Use:
snowboarding 
Manufacturer Warranty:
1 year 

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