Customer Reviews Columbia Ascender™ Softshell Jacket

great for outdoor, really liked the product.

After a frigid golfing experience in North Carolina I purchased this wind and water resistant jacket. It has exceeded my expectations. Since I am a size 41, the medium size that I originally purchased was somewhat snug and restricted my range of motion if I wore a sweater underneath. I re-ordered a size large, and, with a flannel shirt and a medium weight sweater underneath, I can both swing the golf club and venture into the Vermont winter if the temperature is in the high twenties. The fleece lining is warm but not bulky, so the jacket is perfect for use in the spring and fall without an underlayer. The tailoring is trim and the soft shell, unlike a lot of rain or wind gear, doesn't make any noise when swinging the golf club. I looked at lots of products from other brands and this jacket is an excellent value. It has met my needs perfectly. I gave the medium size that I ordered to a friend, who absolutely echoes my review.

Got for my father as a present and he loves the fit and wear of this!

Light weight and versatile Beautiful color I bought 2 different colors for my son!

I've wanted one of these for probably almost nine or ten years, but just never quite got around to it. I recently was given a company one through work (with the logo and my name and title embroidered into it) and... oh my goodness. I'm hooked. They're absolutely perfect. Dressy enough to wear with 'nice' clothing, casual enough to wear with jeans. Nice to wear three seasons out of the year (not warm enough for Wisconsin winters though) and it won't make you overheat. They're extremely comfortable and they fit very well to size. They're classy and will keep you warm on chilly spring or fall evenings, or in a chilly office. I seriously don't want to take it off at work because it's *just* warm enough to be insanely comfortable without being too much. It's actually extremely impressive.

Love the coat, fits well, very comfortable, even stylish enough to wear out to dinner.

I ordered a number of these jackets for my team at work. Everyone is very happy with them. Very comfortable and functional. Thanks for a great product at a fair price.

I immediately cancelled my online order from a company I think of as a boney leaf. This is a high-quality item that did not set me back that much. The body is perfect and the sleeves will allow you to wear a nice fleece underneath it without gaping holes and wind intrusion. I am 6 feet tall 210 pounds and could go with the large, but decided to go with the XL to fit two base layers instead of just one. The quality is excellent as I bought two jackets. I purchased one in the green and it is perfect for wearing with my scouting troop uniform!

A good softshell to me will be solidly constructed, quickly bring your body temperature up, and be lightweight to put on and take off as needed. This softshell does all of the above and more. Whether you're using it around town to stay warm or have it as a quick layer to put on while you stop while climbing or skiing, this will do the trick. I've had lot's of soft shells, and this does all that I've ever needed.

This is my fathers second jacket like this and he loves them both, just wanted a different color to switch it up.

Bought this for my husband to replace an older one that was lost. Still a great looking and feeling jacket. Maybe we will get the hooded version next time!

I have had this jacket for about 2-3 years now. The jacket, despit it's age, still looks good, overall it is holding up pretty well. The jacket has become my work jacket and still does not have any holes. Most of my work has been in construction, but the thing that amazes me the most is how well it holds up with my dog. My dog is very large and when he gets to playing really hard, he tends to bite my arm, not trying to hurt me, but he does have some sharp teeth, and to this day, the jacket has held up to that. No wear marks or scratches in the material from that at all. This is a great products and is very tough. I'm very happy with the purchase.

We picked this jacket for our employees, it looks elegant and practical, it fits great and it is warm.

The jacket fits perfect with room for light weight sweater or base layer. Arm length is perfect and with the draw hem keeps out wind. Pockets are nice size and deep to hold your stuff.

I'm in love ! I order an xxl for my husband who's tall but doesn't have very much width to him and it fit perfectly ! Not to short from the sleeves or in length ! I would definitely buy again!!

After having to send back a medium (only because it was too tight on the shoulders) and now having a large, it's absolutely excellent in its warmth and fit. Don't have to layer up much at all.

I live in Wisconsin. I was looking for a new fall jacket. One that would be warm, keep the wind out and be water resistant, on those typical fall chilly days here. This jacket came highly recommended for all those reasons. I will agree it is very water resistant, the rain rolled right off. However, it really didn't offer any protection from the wind or keep me warm. I could really feel a chill on my arms and front and back. As well as feel the wind come through the product. I also am having problems with the right front collar, it will not stay down. It either points straight out or straight up. I do not wear my collar like this, and keep having to push it down. I went back to the place that recommended it, and looked at the same coat in store, and none of them has this issue with the collar, all the collars laid down nice around the neck.

After trying several other jackets, I finally found the perfect one. Feels great, not noisy, fits true to size. No complaints from me.

Great jacket. I really enjoy using this jacket

I bought this to wear as a light jacket for the mild Louisiana winter. So far, I've been very happy with the feel and the quality. Would definitely purchase again and may go ahead and get a black one.

Excellent quality! A very comfortable garment, built to last with fine materials.

Great all weather jacket.

Perfect for in between weather (which is most of the time in Wisconsin). Comfortable and looks great. My husband is allergic to blended fabrics and has recently replaced most of his wardrobe and most of it came from Columbia. Thanks for making 100% cotton or polyester. No blends for him.

This coat is just what I needed lightweight and comfortable

Fit, quality and warmth are great! Very comfortable jacket. While I am sure it is overmatched for a most GA weather, I'm looking forward to trying it out!