The best windshells tame tough or changing weather; all six of these Active Junky selections turn wind, rain and even snow into better stories instead of aborted trips.
Overall Protection: Considers the jacket’s ability to protect from hemline to hood, analyzing openings susceptible to wind and water intrusion including the hem, main zipper, cuffs, etc.
Mobility: Examines how agile the wearer can remain with the jacket in full protection mode (hood secured, cuffs and hem tight with zippers engaged)
Breathability: Balances weather protection against heat and moisture output; the wearer’s comfort is paramount as is avoiding chills from moisture build-up
Pocket Management: Evaluates the model’s ability to hold reasonable volumes without bulking up or interfering with waistbelt, shoulder and sternum straps; location and zipper operation count
Style: Moves a jacket into suitability for après, weekend and social wear. Some models evaluated excelled at transition to urban commuting and travel as well
Value: is about total utility in a range of weather conditions, activities and seasons as well as price
* Each of the six models selected possess the six attributes, with one attribute selected as distinctive to each jacket.