The 686 Waterproof Women's Hoody is a pullover softshell hoodie with a waterproof face and a soft fleece backing. It stretches with you, sheds snow far better than a cotton hoodie and layers under a shell on stormy days. You get the look and feel of a hoodie with real weather protection.

Why we like it:

A side-seam zipper opens the hoodie wide so it's easy to pull on and off, and it works as a vent when you heat up.

Features and Functions:

Storage centers on a zippered kangaroo pouch, backed up by an audio stash pocket with a headphone port and a sleeve pocket with a key clip. The fabric is a three-layer infiDRY softshell bonded to a polyester fleece backing, so it blocks wet weather while staying stretchy and soft against your skin. The side-seam zipper serves as both the entry and a vent. Velcro cuffs and Glove Link thumb grips seal the wrists, a cord-lock hem keeps snow from riding up, and a drawcord tightens the hood.

Fit and Sizing:

A regular hoodie fit that layers over a thin midlayer, and stretch in the fabric so it moves easily.

Bottom Line:

Best for women who like skiing in a hoodie but want one that holds up in real weather, on its own when it's mild or layered beneath a shell in a storm.