The cost is wind resistance.
Lack of hood wasn't really a problem for me, I don't feel
necessity to have hood in every jacket. Well, Ultra Jacket
is not suited for use in windy environment. Strong wind
will penetrate the sides and arms. It's not waterproof, so
in heavy rain it will soak up.
Elastic hem worked for me. I have pretty broad hips, so
jackets fits me snugly and I really like lack of any dan-
gling cords. The size of elastic cu•s is just enough to fit
over the watch. Not to tights, not to loose. Just right.
Unfortunately, Ultra Jacket does not come with any com-
pression bag. It might be stored in its own chest pocket;
it is really painful but can be done. You could pack it easi-
er to the side pockets, but in chest pocket there is a strap
to keep the zipper closed and zipper pull can be reversed
for easier use. Jacket stashed in the pocket might serve
as tiny pillow (it is smaller than M249 100 round ammo
box). The Jacket weight is close to nothing, so you can
use it as backup and store it in the backpack or bag.
Outershell fabric is DWR coated, so water beads on the
surface and does not sink in. Remember, it just weather-
proofed and not waterproofed. Fabric coating works also
a stain repellent, so you don't have to wash it too often.
Carinthia G-loft Ultra Jacket is very universal piece of
clothing, of course it has some limitations, but it is all
due the minimalistic approach.
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