Had this jacket for about a year and I can't fault it. Been used for a range of activities, hiking, climbing and mountaineering. I rarely venture into the great outdoors without having it in my bag.
Keeps off the UK chill easily, thanks to the Polartec Powershield material, when often the main factor in staying warm is keeping the wind at bay.
It's durable and pretty abrasion resistant as so far no tears in the material and it's been put through sharp sea cliffs, rounded gritstone and all day multi-pitch climbing. In addition maintains good flexibility whilst the arms don't ride up, thanks to it's adjustable velcro wrist cuffs.
The hood is one of the best ones I have seen as I find other companies can overlook this feature. Very helmet compatible with it's draw-sting at the back and a wired peak, making sure the hood stays where you want it and keeps rain from pouring into your face.
The pockets too are harness compatible being that bit higher, and the central chest pocket takes most guidebooks and maps. The interal pocket is useful for storing less used items that you still which to have on your body.
As expected for a softshell it keeps the wind away and is pretty breathable but also sheds light well re markedly well with water mostly beading away. Although in longer or harder downpours you will want a waterproof as the Baltoro does 'bleed'.
Although nikwax treatment does helps this re-waterproof. I've washed mine another of times and today it still looks fairly new.
I bought the jacket at full price but don't regret it, so whilst it's in the sale it's a bargain. Would fully recommend this.
Overall a great 3 season softshell jacket, only in summer does it become to warm.