Materials
The soft shell portions—sides, underamrs, and back—are made of Schoeller softshell fabric, very stretchy, lightweight, breathable and water repellent. The shoulders, hood, front of the torso, and top of the arms are a waterproof breathable hardshell to keep precip at bay. I loved backcountry skiing in this jacket—the stretchy softshell is freeing and breathable on the uphills while the hardshell blocks wind and falling snow on the way up and down.

Fit
The Dawn Patrol Hybrid has a snug climber’s fit—long arms, narrow torso, but the stretchy fabric is forgiving for thicker users. The hem is long enough to keep blowing snow out.

Features
I liked the handpockets that separate from the internal shell, effectively making a pair of hanging pockets for goggles or a pair of climbing skins. The pockets should be a little bigger. The hood is giant, but cinches down in three spots for un-helmeted use, and the brim is stiff and broad for great weatherproofing.