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Color: Black
Size: 2X Tall
Description
This wind-and-water-resistant softshell will keep you warm—whether you want to stand out or blend right in. It's built for foul-weather outings, with a comfort stretch fit, an adjustable hem, and adjustable cuffs. Made of a durable yet light 100% polyester, with a soft, abrasion resistant chin guard and multiple zippered pockets. Columbia offers this jacket in multiple colors and sizes. Regular Fit. Extended sizing available. To ensure the size you choose is right, utilize our sizing chart and the following measurement instructions: For the sleeves, start at the center back of the neck and measure across the shoulder and down to the sleeve. If you come up with a partial number, round up to the next even number. For the chest, measure at the fullest part of the chest, under the armpits, and over the shoulder blades, keeping the tape measure firm and level.
Item Weight : 1 Pounds
Item model number : 155653
Department : mens
Date First Available : October 16, 2015
Manufacturer : Columbia
Frequently asked questions
The Ascender Jacket is made of 100% polyester to give a comfortable fit. This material makes the jacket lightweight, breathable and resistant to shrinkage and wrinkles.
While the jacket is water-resistant and suitable for light rain or snow, it is not fully waterproof. It's designed with a softshell exterior that can withstand water to some degree.
Yes, the jacket features a high neck collar, zippered pockets for safe storage, adjustable cuffs and a drawcord adjustable hem for extra comfort and functionality.
The jacket runs true to size with a modern classic fit. However, it's always best to refer to Columbia's official size chart for more precise measurements.
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🚀 Abunda's Overview
This is our summary and key points to consider based on customer reviews.
These reviews reflect a very positive outlook for this jacket from the well-known brand Columbia. Users have praised its stylish design, lightweight nature, and its efficiency in keeping them warm. They also appreciated its water-repellent qualities and its long-lasting durability. Fits seemed to be just right for most users and sizing up was suggested for a looser feel.
Pros
- 🔥 Keeps users warm and comfortable
- 💧 Highly effective water-repellent quality
- ⏳ Highly durable and long-lasting
- 👌 Fits well, true to size
- 🎩 Stylish design
- 💰 Considered great value for the money
Cons
- 🖐 Lack of inside pockets
Should I Buy It?
Based on the overwhelmingly positive reviews and minor cons, it would be a safe decision to purchase this jacket. It's especially recommended for those searching for a great balance between comfort, style, and functionality - all at a fair price.
I have an older NorthFace Apex Bionic Soft shell that I love. but after a few years of camping in it and having a lighter color, I decided I want to get a second one in black because years of camping and hiking grime and campfire soot made it dingy and unattractive. It still works great but not appropriate to wear to work because it makes me look like a dirt-bag. So I wanted to get a second one to wear everywhere except the trail and keep the dirty one for the backwoods. Unfortunately, My house got messed up pretty bad and both my cars were totaled in Hurricane Mathew and a lot of the stuff I wanted or needed this winter had to be dialed down so I could afford repairs. Then I found this black Columbia Ascender soft shell and found it was half as much as the northface and even better, the one with the electric blue zipper was even less! I wasn't too keen on the blue zipper but after I wore it a while it grew on me and I love it now and glad I got it over the plain black on black. It was worth it both on looks and the bargain price. The following information is based on my opinion when comparing the NorthFace Apex Bionic to this Columbia Ascender: 1. The Columbia is fitted in a way that is more complimentary to my shape. Its wider at the shoulders its slightly tapered at the waist and the sleeves are a little more snug compared to the Northface. the Columbia is more formfitting and is flattering to the body even if you don't have a perfect six pack body (which I definitely do not). The northface is generally more loose fitting and creates the illusion of a flattering body shape by the two tone color design (obviously not true of the (TNF Black on Black version). 2. isulative ability i find that both jackets are equal in this area. 3. Water resistance, both are very impressive, neither one is completely waterproof, and the Columbia I think is slightly better in this area. 4. Comfort wise , advantage goes to Columbia. They have a fabric lining where the northface has fabric with a web like netting material in some sections. Both are comfortable Columbia is just more comfortable. also because of the way its fitted, the Columbia is more snug while the Northface is a little looser so if you are wearing this with your regular clothes to go to and from work or to wear a sweater while working outside in the cold, the Columbia will be comfortable. If you are doing winter Camping and spending long periods outside in freezing or sub freezing, then the Northface can accommodate more layers and fit more comfortably. I have worn a long sleeve compression Tee, thermals, cotton tee shirt, and hooded sweatshirt with wool lining and the North Face Bionic over the top and was warm and my movement was not restricted. Was able to hike in sub freezing temps, with good mobility and not need a heavy coat.If you are not hiking and just sitting still for several hours you will need a warmer coat but if you are active this will be adequate with sufficient layers. If you prefer the look of the Columbia and want to wear this many layers buy a size larger than your actual size.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2017 by Moises
update 3/22/2017: so i've had this over a year and its still a great jacket. great wind breaker still has water repellant properties as in water rolls off the jacket b4 being absorbed for the most part. the only problem is i'm fatter than a year ago so its snug. but ive washed it in the washer before. i luv the pockets and zips for the pockets. no hoodie but the collar is tall to help protect your neck a bit. the fleece is a bit thin so i feel the cold when sitting out in the 40degree weather a bit. and its a very snug for me so i can't fit a sweater or layers under it but i recommend getting size larger if you plan on putting a few layers under unless you're pretty skinny. i'm more plump so its snug. but i like the fit and shape it kinda slims my chest and belly a bit. but thinking about getting a larger one maybe another color to be able to wear extra sweaters or layer it for really cold weather :) still 5 stars great waterproofing. i have been showing this off to customers and friends and family i go to their sink and put my arm under the water and put on full blast for 10seconds and all the water rolls off. very light so its great for places like Houston where its not exactly cold compared to most of the country... so this makes a nice and "warm" windbreaker and rain jacket without getting too too hot but can get warm in 70 degree houston humidity warm weather. but those cool days we get that are sunny its great. u may need to remove in the car or just put a lil ac on on those 70 plus days that are sunny so cars are hot but i'm loving this as spring jacket. the windbreaker and rain resistance is worth it here... thats me though. i can get cold quick and i've noticed in those below 60 degree days (thats winter time here in houston btw) i'm still chilly in this. but throw a sweater on underneat and the windbreaker shield with the thin fleece and under clothing start trapping heat real good and keep u warm. at that point i get annoyed cuz the rest of my body is cold like legs and face! my biggest disappointment with this jacket is that it has a tall collar they couldve easily have thrown in a thin shell material detachable hoodie that maybe tucks into the collar or hav a 3 button attachment. even if it isn't fleece lined the thin material is some water and wind breaker resistance on those windy cold days or if tucked into the collar it can make neck warmer. i'm around 5'6" - 5'7" so i order a medium which was great the arms were long enough too but i'm over 200lbs and at 5'7" that means i'm above average weight and lil chunky, and it was really tight. but i could see guys who are taller than me but skinnier buying this and fitting it perfectly fine. i'm not sure about 6' tall guys but they may even like the medium if you're skinny guy like 180lbs of US weight or below, i'm guessing. I could zipper it but I looked like i had a small girlfriend and i was wearing her clothes or something lol. so i sent this in for a large which fits my fatter stomach and it holds perfectly (lil tight on my stomach but room ) so if you rmid to upper 5foot tall range and heavier like 200 or above and expect a fitted jacket thats tight in some areas, this is PERFECT fit. I expected this to fit a lil tightly so up in my shoulders and arm area they are a lil tight but i have just about full range but that shape is slimming and is supposed to be "FIT" therefore someowhat type. and that is my preference so for me this is perfect. i love the color dark black with nice tron light blue! yes i used TRON to explain the decorative color style of this jacket get over it lol i know this doesn't come with hoodie but really upset they dont offer an affordable all around i would so minus .5 a star for that but i knew the jacket didn't come with it but on amazon prime and free 2day shipping and quick return of money next day when i shipped my first medium jacket back with no hassle, can't beat price and service!
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Reviewed in the United States on February 7, 2016 by James Truax
Color: Columbia Grey
Size: Medium
Let me start off by saying I bought one of these jacket about 4 years ago at belk but in black. I pretty much wear it all the time and it still looks great! I decided to buy the same jacket but in grey since I love my other one so much but couldn't find it anywhere except here on amazon. I'm so glad I found it and ordered it. This jacket is exactly like the other one I have. Both are soft shell, Both repel water, and both keep you nice and warm. The quality of the jacket is great! I haven't had any loose threads, holes, or stitches coming off and I've had this second one for almost a year now. I'm 5" 11' about 200 pounds I usually wear a large but I went with a medium and it fits me just right. If you want the jacket to be a bit more loose I would go a size up. My only comment would be that I wish it had a pocket on the inside but that's it. Overall great jacket, great price, would 100% recommend and buy again.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2023 by Juan Cuartas
Color: Cordovan
Size: Large
Jacket is of high quality and is great as an outer layer shell on colder fall and spring days. Very comfortable and stylish. Size was as expected, 6' 175lb, and a large fit well.
Reviewed in the United States on December 5, 2023 by Wesley
Color: Collegiate Navy
Size: Medium
5'7 130lb male Good jacket overall for the price I paid($50). Not great for slimmer body types but the velcro wrists and bottom drawstring help. Still feels like I'm swimming in the thing.
Reviewed in the United States on October 20, 2023 by Teal Aragon
Color: Black
Size: 3X
Great quality you would expect from the Columbia brand. Ran a tiny bit longer in the arms that I expected, but that's good for keeping my hands warm. Proper color quality, Nice and thick, but still lightweight. Not not wrinkly. Good size pockets. Very durable, would definitely last multiple years, maybe even decades.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2023 by Robert