windproof enough, looks smart, light enough but heavy enough, if that makes sense! after breaking a zip on another softshell specifically made for biking, this one got pressed in to service for mountain biking since xmas. usually just worn with a LS base underneath, it's proved to be ideal. plenty of length on the arms and back, nice amount of stretch, and doesn't make you look even more of a nerd despite your lid. lovely bit of kit. despite being covered in crap twice a week, and no more care than being thrown in the washing machine with pads and gloves for a 40min, 30degree wash with no detergent after every ride it still looks great, water stills beads, and it still breathes.