The Ferrosi fits into this mold with excellent breathability and enough weather resistance to protect you when caught in a drizzle, some wind, or a light dusting of snow. Of all the softshells we’ve tested, we think the Ferrosi offers the best value. And that’s something we’ve found true with many other Outdoor Research products. The company is doing a fantastic job creating highly functional gear at a price point that is easier to reach than many other technical brands. Fabric : 86% nylon, 14% spandex 90D stretch woven ripstop body and hood, Cordura® 91% nylon, 9% spandex 120 D stretch woven shoulders and lower sleeves

The Ferrosi is made with a Stretch Woven Nylon Ripstop fabric blended with 14% Spandex 90 denier stretch material, what Outdoor Research calls “movement mirroring stretch.” What we don’t: You get more versatility by layering a baselayer with a lightweight softshell or windbreaker. Functional Details: Single-Separating Front Zipper, Elastic Cuffs, Internal Thumb Loops, Elastic Drawcord Hem What we like: A good-looking option for mild conditions; impressive weather protection for the weight.We reserve the right to choose an alternative courier at dispatch in circumstances where your chosen courier is unlikely to achieve their expected delivery promise. Norway-based Helly Hansen has been quietly churning out premium mountain clothing for over a century, and their innovative Odin Pro Shield is case in point that they’re still evolving. Similar to the R1 TechFace above, the Odin Pro Shield (part of the brand’s ski touring-specific Odin collection) combines a softshell exterior with a fleece liner, balancing the durability and protection of the former with the warmth and comfort of the latter. For active days in variable winter conditions, it’s a thoughtfully made and purpose-built option from a trusted mountain brand. The material strikes a nice balance between weather resistance, breathability, and durability, while the fit allows for a light layer underneath. We’d happily bring this layer along for almost any outdoor adventure. Water-resistance

The Ferrosi is offered in sizes S-XXXL for men and XS-XXL for women, which is a wider range than we often find for technical gear. Like the hood, the cuffs on the Ferrosi are simple but functional. There is no Velcro adjustment, just an elastic band on a portion of the cuff for a more technical fit. Our testers preferred the minimalism and simplicity of this feature, rather than the bulk of Velcro adjustments that many other softshells feature in the lower sleeves. The elastic cuff also means that it works better with winter gloves than some bulky Velcro systems. Through our testing on warm and sunny days in the alpine to snowy winter hikes, we found the Ferrosi to breathe well on most days, except for a few surprisingly warm ones. Almost every time we took the Ferrosi out in fall conditions (temps ranged from 60 degrees to below freezing), we could leave it on for most of the activity. The hood on the Ferrosi is simple but functional. There are no adjustments or drawcords, but it fits nicely without a helmet and is large enough to fit snugly over most climbing helmets.