I debated for weeks over this and the
Marmot Precip. I liked that the Precip had the long back option and great reviews. This also had great reviews, and the standard version has a bit longer back anyways. I am very happy with the overall
jacket. It has kept me dry on short trips to the parking lot so far. I'm planning on using it for an upcoming backpacking trip around Europe. The
jacket is somewhat "plasticy" but not bad at all really. That was the main complaint I had about less expensive ones. Overall the fit is great, it looks great, and I think it will last a long time like the other
Mountain Hardwear gear I have.