Marmot Palisades Gore-Tex® Performance Shell Jacket - Waterproof (For Women)

I was actually looking for more of a shell so I returned it. It was pretty but too warm for my needs

I bought this mostly for biking and rainy days as a replacement for an old Marmot shell that had become worn out and covered in bike grease. This is nicely made, warm and keeps me totally dry. I'm a little disappointed by the extent of the tight fit. I'm 5'8" and around 135lbs. I wear a medium in just about everything, including my older Marmot. I bought this is a medium and though it fits, the cut makes it feel constricting. Because of this, the rain coverage is minimal. It's fairly short, so there's no protection below the waist. Unlike my old jacket, this is not longer in the back and so doesn't protect your rump when you sit or bike. Though the sleeves go to my wrist, if I stretch my arms (i.e., reach out to the handlebars on my bike), the sleeves ride up a little. I was on the fence about whether to keep it or return. I decided to keep because I just couldn't find anything else in this price range that wasn't too light weight. I'm glad I did keep it, and I do like it, I just wish it were a little longer at the bottom and in the sleeves. I also wish their were one more inside pocket (this has two outside and one inside). If you're accustomed to a short, slim fit, you'll probably love this. I think it might just take me some to to get used to, as it's a different fit from the once I'm replacing. The cut, however, keeps me from giving it a full 5 stars.

Very well made and attractive shell jacket. With a zippin layer this jacket would take you through very cold/wet weather. I ordered the Large and found the shoulders way too snug, so I returned it.

I'm 5'4" and weigh 115, chose a Medium for extra layering room and a little extra length. Good in the downpours we've been having in the Pacific Northwest. Fits comfortably over a hooded down jacket; the rain hood is easy to adjust and keeps water off my face. One minor disappointment: I prefer a 2-way front zipper. All the zippers and front placket are good at keeping water out. I expect to keep wearing this for many seasons.

I bought this to replace an old Goretex rain jacket. have not used it yet, but it is high quality and am confident it will keep me dry,