

it moves with you and never gets in the way. Additionally, for running or snowshoeing, etc. Once you put it on, it just feels like home. Most of all, the articulated fit shines with the Kor Strata Hoody. Your phone will settle a little below the ribcage, which isn’t the most comfortable thing, but it works if needed. The chest pocket is nice and can be used to haul your phone - even while running. The right pocket does double as a stuff sack should you wish to make packing it away in a backpack even easier. For backcountry touring, I can stash my skins in there - just barely. The two front hand pockets are oversized and awesome. The sleeve length could be longer to prevent this from happening.Īs far as cinching down the hem for added protection, it’s as simple as a one-handed pull with the embedded toggle.

The simple cuffs are great overall and would work better with the aforementioned extra sleeve length.

For added coverage, I’d love to see another inch on these to stay put better with winter gloves. The only exception (and this is common) is the sleeve length. They have done a great job of balancing all those needs and the size medium sits perfectly in every way on my 5’11” and 170 lb body. It shouldn’t be baggy anywhere, but it also shouldn’t be restrictive. Honestly, it’s how a jacket like this should fit. Mountain Hardwear calls this an “alpine fit” which means that it’s fairly streamlined. So, aside from the usual dog walking and winter hikes, I hit the trails with the Kor Strata Hoody to test its performance limits. While the Kor Strata Hoody isn’t technically a running jacket, I didn’t shy away from testing it at that level of performance. As opposed to natural insulation of yesteryear, this stuff is durable, warm and breathable. A quality nylon ripstop outer shell with Primaloft Gold Active insulation - all wrapped in a stretchy, comfortable package that can be worn all day, everyday in cold weather. The formula is pretty straightforward here. Find the Kor Strata while it’s hot ( err… cold) The Dark Storm color is at home on the town or trail.
