Wonderfully warm and extremely light-weight
Wonderfully warm, and extremely light-weight. Good wind-proofing due to the retention bands on the hood and cuffs. The Torrid Apex jacket packs down very small but when you unpack it, it expands quickly to have a good loft. These factors all make the Torrid Apex jacket fabulous value for money.
My only complaint is a minor quibble: the jacket is labelled as a men's but has the zipper tag on the non-standard side, which confuses my muscle-memory every time I do it up.
Overall good Synthetic jacket
Has a lot of great features like hood cinch, zip pockets and it is pretty warm. My only negative is its not available in down fill as of this review meaning not as light or packable as it could be. Also M fits like a Large depending on your size. Don’t cut the tags or you won’t be able to return it.
That Sweet Spot
Hits that sweet spot of ultralight balanced with super warm. Packs down to about the size of my two fists together. Just right for recent 12-day trek in mountains - under rain jacket during five days of rain, it kept me warm through the chilly nights.
Wonder Jacket
Again, EE is delivering a lightweight product that kicks ass! I have used this jacket for about a month backpacking, car camping, and staying classy here in Northern Colorado. This thing almost feels weightless in my pack and it keeps me warm. I have yet to truly test this jacket in real cold (below 20 F), but so far in 30 degree temps I have stayed warm. Even on high alpine ridgelines being blasted by icy winds in early June, I was toasty.
Torrid Jacket 2xL
Love this puffy!! Light weight for almost any condition. The 2XL is perfect with a little room to spare!! I am a pretty big guy with a belly! It is hard to find good outdoor clothing for husky or plus sized men or really burly!!!! I have used pertex in my military equipment and absolutely love the fact you can get it wet and still stay warm!! I would recommend this jacket to everyone, whether your cruising around town or actually tromping through the woods. I look forward to trying some of the other offerings!
Mens torrid jacket
I got the stock jacket in medium. I can ware mediums but usually get large for layering and sleeve length. I'm 5 10 or 11 150 pounds. This jacket in medium fits perfect plenty of room for layering and sleeve length is perfect. The hood adjustment is on the outside which is good and has adjustments for hem on the wast in the pockets which is a big help to have that option. The jacket is great as stand alone or for a mid layer.
Believe the hype
I was overdue for an upgrade on my synthetic puffy and decided to prioritize weight and simplicity for ultralight hiking. EE delivers both, and the jacket immediately impressed me when it arrived -- incredibly minimal without compromises. The green looks good, and the fit is more slender/athletic than expected while still being able to layer effectively underneath. (I got a small and am 5'10", 140lbs.) I've taken it on long walks in ~40 degree temperatures and was plenty warm with just a t-shirt underneath. The jacket does the job! Fabric isn't too slick and surprisingly comfy against the skin. Hood is just the right shape/size, too. Bonus, my wife actually thinks it looks great!
Full disclosure: I haven't put this jacket through the paces on a substantial hike but will do so in the High Sierra next month. I don't have any doubts about its performance. With an Polartec Alpha baselayer, I think I'll be plenty warm at camp.
Awesome jacket
Super light and warm love this jacket
Lifesaver
Bought the torrid for a weekend hike. I had no idea just how warm it could be, we had a cold night into the low 30's that I was not really expecting and I woke up cold in the middle of the night. I put the Torrid on in my hammock and I was toasty warm the rest of the night. Hard to believe something that light could be that warm. Outstanding!
Torrid Apex Jacket
This is the best upgrade I've made. I used my old puffy for better than 3 years and it did the trick but I had no idea how much better it could be. The Torrid is much lighter even though its hooded yet so much warmer. Several hikers on the AT have asked about it and I'm happy to recommend it to them.
Safe Trails
Sir Stops Alot
Perfect
Could not be more pleased. Light and incredibly warm. The hood is well designed. Usually wear XL, but followed the chart and the Large is a perfect fit. Great for New England. Have occasionally fortified its thermal talent with a merino base and hard shell, at which point I am bomb proof.
Very well made. Fast delivery. Seems to be a terrific company. My only regret is I didn't get it sooner. Do it. You deserve it.
Torrid apex
So far it's been great, purchased it to through walk the te araroa in new Zealand, since I did not have a proper puff jacket, and it's been great, only three days in the trail, but it's nice and comfy, keeps you warm when you are at camp and doubles as an awesome pillow too
Looks great!
Just received my stock Torrid Apex Jacket in size L. I am 5'11", 190 lbs with long arms. The large is generous in sizing but not too big. I could comfortably wear a "puffy" under it. The arms are the right length for me. I watched a lot of online reviews and here is my feedback on the recurring "issues" identified therein: The "stock" jacket I received has hood pull cords on the outside of the hood (as opposed on the inside where they could rub on your skin) and the elastic bottom cord is adjustable using cord locks in the pockets (as opposed to a non-adjustable cord). I look forward to using this jacket while backpacking this summer!
Men’s Torrid Apex
This is one of my favorite jackets! Super lightweight and very warm even when wet.
I can test easy knowing I have a jacket that I can survive in even if it gets wet. Of course I also have enlightens lightweight rain jacket as a wonderful compliment to the jacket.
Awesome material and construction folks!
Thank you!!
Men’s Torrid Apex
Awesome jacket: warm, lightweight, and excellent craftsmanship.
Torrid Jacket
Warm and light. Wore it on a day hike in 8-degree weather as my outer layer along with a lightweight merino wool base and my normal warm weather hiking shirt and I was very comfortable. I also wore it at night when the temperatures were in the low 20's during a recent backpacking trip; the jacket was comfortable and helped keep me warm in my 30-degree Enigma quilt with a lightweight liner.
Torrid
I actually don’t know if I’ve ever done a review but , here goes
Love my jacket. Super comfortable and warm. Well made . It’s hard to believe something that lite weight can be so warm.
You won’t be sorry if you purchase one
Torrid Jacket, elastic drawstring
The Jacket is great my only complaint is the elastic drawstrings for the hooded version of the torrid Jacket, when you pull the drawstrings to tighten the hood the elastic drawstrings snap you in the face, other than that great product. Maybe future models could use non-elastic material for the drawstrings.
Torrid Apex Jkt (Forest 10D) - world's most stylish trash bag!
The Torrid Apex jacket is surprisingly light, warm, comfortable and nimble. I primarily purchased this jacket for use "in-camp" while backpacking. But because of the wear-ability/packability of the Torrid, I find myself wearing it more and more for around town jaunts. I am 5'7" & 175 lbs. (in other words short and stocky). The medium size/fit works for me (plenty of room in the torso to accommodate my barrel chest...aka beer gut). The arms are a bit snug but not restrictive. I can even use a light fleece or merino wool base layer if need be.
As I mentioned, the jacket is surprisingly warm given its profile/weight. While I would not suggest this jacket suitable for extreme cold, it does perform admirably in terms of keeping one insulated/warm. For example, the current afternoon temperature today (Feb 11) is 19F deg. I am wearing the Torrid with just a v-neck cotton tee underneath...for me, the jacket is sufficiently warm for standard around town use at this temp.
Cons?
- the liner on the sleeve follows your arm as you place your arm through the sleeve opening (i.e., it pokes out and you have to stuff it back in). Minor annoyance.
- The elastic wrist cuff is perhaps a tad bit snug (I have relatively dainty wrists. I can imagine that this could be an issue for someone with a larger wrist).
- Aesthetic/style may not suit every taste. Worth mentioning perhaps, but not an issue as far as I'm concerned. I assume most are not purchasing the Torrid as a fashion accessory. ( :
Torrid Jacket
Tested on a training/exercise hike at temp of 31° Fahrenheit. Wore only a Mountain Hardwear lightweight wicking shirt underneath. And my backpack. I was actually too warm. Indicating this jacket would be warm at probably 0° with maybe an additional thin layer while hiking.
I consider this the best lightweight insulation layer I have ever used.
Excellent Jacket
I recently took my Torrid Apex Jacket for a week-long bikepacking trip to Big Bend National Park, where the temperature regularly dipped into the high 30s. The jacket kept me warm and provides for a great fit. The workmanship is very good. I highly recommend this jacket.
Worth The Weight in Gold
The Torrid Apex jacket exceed all expectations. I purchased this jacket hoping it would suffice as a lightweight synthetic insulation layer, but it is far more than just that. This jacket is light, durable, packable, and stays relative dry and dries quickly when it does wet out.
I've been using this jacket for the past two week in the Adirondack High Peak region. Above treeline and on summit approaches I've pulled this jacket out for extra warmth and it sure does deliver. I spent 20+ minute of the summit of Whiteface Mt snapping some pics and waiting for the rest of my group and was not the least bit cold. With a baselayer and midlayer I've been wearing this in to negative single digits and have still been warm.
Do yourself a favor and buy this jacket and check out the pullover they are releasing soon - it's next on my list.
great gear
Thank you for the best gear.
Warm and light.
I think you can go to various mountains together and make good memories.
Men's Torrid Apex Jacket (Great for Women Too!)
This jacket is replacing my 13oz 650 fill down puffy and is a significant upgrade! I typically wear a women's small or medium top and large bottoms (36"bust, 32" waist, 41" hip) and I went with a men's medium. I LOVE that this jacket is big enough to pull over my hips and keeps my bottom warm. The jacket has very long arms (even though my arms are also long). I like this because if I forget gloves, I can just pull the sleeves down to cover my hands. The jacket is large on my upper body and tight around my hips, but that's to be expected with my body shape and men's fit jacket. This thing is seriously warm and wind resistant. I'm very pleased with my purchase and this will be my go to jacket for cold weather hiking and backpacking for years! Thanks EE!!! <3
Perfect For The Pacific North West (PNW)
I've struggled with down jackets losing their loft here in Vancouver, BC.
The humidity (and rain) tends to deflate my jackets leaving me cold on most hiking trips.
Enter the Enlightened Equipment Torrid Apex:
- I now stay warm, even in the wettest conditions.
- I pack light, at roughly 8oz, this helps keep my pack under 10lbs
- It fits perfectly (I'm an average 5'10" 210lbs and Medium fits me even with my Patagonia Capilene + baselayers).
Not a single bad thing to say about this jacket.
I don't even care that it cost $250+ Canadian with the import fees, it's that good.
If you're even considering this jacket, buy it.
Thanks EE.
Torrid - Compared to Patagonia and Ghost Whisperer
Although I never pay list price for clothing, I bit the bullet and got the Torrid jacket, expecting it to not live up to all the positive reviews. My main concern was the warmth, relative to my Patagonia Nano, and Ghost Whisperer jackets. Silly me! I tested the Torrid at freezing temps, vs both the other jackets, and found that the Torrid was a distinct notch warmer than the others. This without using the hood. Since I bikepack a lot, I wanted a synthetic jacket, lighter than my 13 oz Nano Puff, that had a hood and was warm and windproof. Bingo - at 8.8 ounces the Torrid filled the bill, and is now my main go-to jacket. Now, how to break it to the other two that they have been replaced?
Awesome Jacket
First of all...I LOVE this jacket. I've been looking at the Torrid jackets for a while and I finally decided to buy one. The build quality of the "off the shelf" jacket is prefect. I cant find a flaw in it. The jacket is super comfortable and very warm. I've been wearing it in a range from 28* at night to 50 * during the day. Its not super wind proof, so if there's a breeze you will fell it. A hard shell is needed when its breezy/windy.
My only complaint about this jacket is the main zipper. There's nothing wrong with it. It functions as designed. But its a #3 zipper, so its small. I would rather pay the price and weight penalty to have a #5 zipper. I feel that I have to be a little cautious with the zipper. It can be easy to misalign and get stuck. Otherwise I wouldn't change anything about the jacket.
Overall, this jacket is 100% worth the money. Its super comfortable, very light weight and so far very durable despite it being 10D. I think its my new favorite jacket. I will be ordering a custom jacket in the near future. I want to upgrade to 20D and different colors.
I 100% recommend this jacket!
Torrid Apex Jacket
Almost a perfect jacket. However, approximately 25 percent of the time the zipper malfunctions when attempting to zip it up. It's the typical failure that most of us have had once in a blue moon. The two sides detach and the zipper pulls up one side, thereby unzipping from the bottom as the slide moves up. Then it is difficult to get the zipper back down and completely detached. Extremely annoying in an otherwise great jacket.
Torrid Jacket
This is a great bit of kit! It replaces another way more expensive “boutique” brand jacket and is 5 ounces lighter and even has a hood. Plan to buy the pants to round out my winter gear.
Torrid Jacket
I love this jacket. I wish I had known about it a long time ago. I got it about a month ago and it has been my winter jacket this year. Totally warm even in cold, windy, winter in Kansas in December and January. It turns winter into summer. I even don't need to wear gloves. Just pull your hands into the jacket. Incredible. I have worn wind block fleece Jackets in the past but not longer. It is also extremely light and I am planning on taking it on my back pack trips in the early spring and late fall.
Trash, complete trash
Wonderful jacket. The 10d non custom jacket is so nice. Soft on the skin, extremely warm, fit is perfect. I'm 5'9 and 185 and the medium fits me with plenty of room for a long sleeve layer, but not much more. Albeit I'm at my winter weight, but the medium is perfecto. The sleeves are tight but have enough give because of the elasticated ends. I love this jacket. It's super light and is just right. Stitching is well done. Checks all my boxes.
So SO warm!
I am so happy I decided on not only a synthetic puffy, but also the EE puffy! I got the green mens small (I am a women’s medium usually) and it fits great! Tested it on a hike yesterday and felt like I was wrapped up in a blanket at home! The material is great and would recommend this jacket to anyone I know!
Fantastic
Size: L
Me: 190lbs, 5' 11"
This jacket is absolutely amazing. Super lightweight.
Comfy and warm so I bought a 2nd one!
Really enjoyed this jacket for the last 3+ years. It’s light, comfy, and warm. I remember falling asleep in it when I first put it on. I usually sleep in it when I’m camping. I tend to wear this under a shell when it’s wet and cold out but it fairs fine in the rain by itself. As another reviewer said it’s hard to put on when you are wet or damp. Obviously it’s great when it’s dry out as well. I enjoyed it so much I bought another one for my brother. Might have to check out a quilt next
Awesome jacket but with one flaw
I recently got this jacket and love how lightweight it is. It’s very comfortable against the skin and has kept my incredibly warm. They one thing I don’t like about it, is the elastic at the bottom. It constantly rides up and I find myself pulling it back down. Within seconds it rides back up. I understand it’s to keep the warm body heat in but I don’t think it’s the best thing. Having a small cinch at the bottom would be a lot better.
Torrid
Very pleased with the jacket, especially how well it compresses. I need it for a bikepacking kit and there is very little space available. it is very comfortable to wear, but already got a little tear in the fabric. The pocket zippers catch a little from time to time, but on balance, very happy with it.
Well built, light, a bit a on the larger (but I was surprised by one thing)
Hello, I received my Men's Torrid APEX Jacket. I ordered a Large (not custom). Overall I am with it. I am about 6'2 and 187lbs and the Large is maybe a bit too big (it seems bigger than other popular brands, MH, TNF...).
However, I was suprised to see on the tag that it was made in Vietnam. I have nothing again products coming from this country, but I thought I was buying a jacket made in the USA. So, I went on their web site and I found this: "Made in Vietnam. Inspected in Winona, Minnesota. For a made in the USA Torrid Jacket, shop our custom Torrid Jacket." I guess I missed that when I read the description before ordering. That being said, the jacket seems will made.
Torrid for Backpacking
I am 6'-8", 270 lbs with long arms, the 2XL fits me great. Warmth for individuals is subjective but I have been taking my morning hikes in this jacket to try it out with just a short sleeve t-shirt underneath and have been warm down to 10 degrees F while hiking and comfortable down to 20 degrees F while stationary. Highly recommend this jacket.
Warm af
This is one of the lightest, warmest jackets I've ever owned. Also super windproof and compressible.
Torrid Apex jacket
I bought this jacket for my son and he loves it. I own one also and feel the same way. Light weight and toasty warm. Perfect for for backpacking and other winter sports.
I love this puffy
I recently purchased an off-the-shelf black Apex and I love it. For it's weight...its very warm and in the tent it works well on less cold nights as a pillow. Plus, despite being a synthetic fill it still packs down to a pretty compact bundle. Well done EE!
Torrid for hiking
Very toasty.
Have the large 10d/10d stock and mine weighs 9.3 oz. Very warm to about freezing with synthetic base layer. Zipper works well just pull out away from you as others have said. The hood is awesome and the key to added warmth. Customer service was top notch when I had questions and even sent me samples of the different D fabrics to compare. My only minor con 8s that the inner lining sticks to you if your arms or hands are wet. No big deal and easy enough to avoid this for potential issues. Will be taking to philmont. Very comfortable and surprisingly more durable than I initially expected.
great jacket!
have used this jacket down to 25 degrees and felt super warm and cozy!
Great jacket! Lightweight and warm
I've been wearing this jacket for the last couple of weeks since receiving it. Keeps me warm at least down to 30F over just a long sleeve shirt. Really lightweight and comfortable. I don't have any issue with the elastic cuffs or waist. As some others have mentioned the main zipper could be a little beefier but so far I haven't had any issues. I'm on the bigger side with broad shoulders (5'11" 220lb) and a large fits me great.
Very Good!!
It was awesome! I want other products soon!
As advertised
I normally wear a LG size. 5’9”, 38” waist. It fit as expected. I could easily layer underneath. An XL would be way too big. Some reviewers have said the cuffs are too tight. Not for me. It’s very warm and is exactly what I wanted for my AT Thru Hike next year. Light. Half the price of other well-known jackets. Can’t comment on the durability since I haven’t worn it much. It’s very thin material as you would expect. I was looking for functionality to provide warmth in camp. I wasn’t looking for style. I ordered the plain black. Very satisfied with my purchase.
Way too big
I usually wear between Small and Medium, I ordered the small size, and its way too big.
Torrid APEX - A fantastic piece of functional no-frills kit.
I’m male, 5’11”, 200 lbs, 43” chest and the Large is a perfect fit. I can wear my Torrid APEX either on its own over a baselayer, layered over a light fleece pullover or as an inner layer over a rain jacket. The jacket is extremely light and pleasant to the touch and the hood is fantastic, it covers the head completely and can be cinched tight over a helmet. The handwarmer pockets are deep and can hold a ton of stuff. Did I already say this jacket is surprisingly WARM and a good windbreaker? Although they work perfectly well I found the zipper grips to be tiny and difficult to use with gloves on so I added homemade zipper pulls using 2mm paracord. I love this jacket, it’s well priced considering its versatility and excellent quality. The Torrid APEX is a fantastic piece of functional no-frills kit.
Great All Around Jacket
I didnt want to review the Torrid until I put it through its paces. And wow, did it deliver. I am 5'7", 180 lbs. I tried the medium and it fit, but was a little snug around my belly, cuz I have a bigger belly. (55 yr old and still hiking) So I moved up to the large. It is definitely a larger, looser fell but I was great with that. Anyway, onto the review. Did a week long hike in the Smoky Mountains for a week where the 1st and 2nd night was 30 degrees. I not only lounged in my new Torrid, but also slept in it as well, all the while wearing a t-shirt. You talk about warm. I did have some light gloves I was wearing as well as the Copperfield Wind pants in the morning and at night after my hike, but was not cold. I was really excited. Being a Florida boy, going from nights of 70 degrees down to 30 the first night, sold me on the excellent performance of this jacket. Cold weather will no longer be a detractor from future hikes in the cold. I believe I cold go colder with more layers. The jacket was comfortable, well made and I didnt feel like I had to baby it. I was actually disappointed when it got in the 50's later in the week cuz the jacket was getting a bit warm to wear. I am glad I made the investment.
Torrid Jacket
Incredible jacket, I purchased a non-custom ready to ship jacket for an upcoming trip and shipping was fast. Jacket was phenomenal in the temps I experienced down to about 34 degrees, kept me warm and packed down small. 100% impressed and happy with the performance and price point, I would highly recommend this jacket.
Listen to the hype
I researched this and similar jackets for a long time..it is all over the ultralight BP pages...but I thought it was hype. I have only owned the jacket for a couple of months, but took it with me on a 2 week van/BP tour of colorado, and it was worth its weight and the gold...
I found a way to stow it in one of its pockets, and I did away with my Montbell for the trip and used this instead..and it performed great. It, plus a merino T shirt were all I needed for that recent snow that CO got..
Just get it, you wont be disappointed.
Warmth to weight:superior
Packability:good
Helmet space in hood:Good
Details/zipper:great
Torid jacket
I wish it stuffed in its own pocket or at least came with a stuff sack. I think the quality is great. I’m not sure it it will be as warm as I’m expecting. It hasn’t gotten cold yet up here. It’s been to warm to wear it. I’m not too crazy about the glossy sheen of the material.
Torrid jacket
Initially I ordered a custom jacket, but the sizing was not quite to my liking. I ordered a medium thinking it would be a snug fit, and I could eliminate a mid layer. But the fact of the matter is it was OK in the shoulders But way too tight throughout the midsection. I’m slim so the sizing is prob correct but I needed more room or the jacket continued to ride up. So I ordered a std jacket one size larger and am very happy with the fit. This jacket rocks! Simple and effective it does what it’s supposed to do; keep you warm! For the weight, price, and performance this is really hard to beat.
APEX TORRID MEN'S LARGE
I'm 6'4 with a pretty athletic build. This jacket fits great. The texture of the silnylon is SO SOFT it surprised me. Has done an incredible job keeping me warm and I pair it with the EE VISP mittens. So happy with this purchase and 10/10 would recommend. Keep it up guys!
Torrid Apex jacket
Had to wait an extra while due to supplies being restocked but the wait was worth it. Am usually in between a large/medium and since they run a little big, the medium fit perfectly. This winter I’ve been using only my base layers, shirt, Patagonia tech hoodie and a rain jacket that served With both Rain and wind protection. I was shivering in 20 temps and lower. As soon as I tried on the Torrid, I immediately felt so much warmer and comfortable in 25 degrees...February....Cleveland weather.
The hood I didn’t find really big, more of just a solid, comfortable fit.
I still have a lot of testing to do with this jacket but so far I am very happy with my decision to buy it.
Now I just need to get a mid layer to wear under it. Is there such a thing as a perfect mid layer to go with this jacket?
Torid Apex jacket
I’ve owned several kinds of puffy coats. This one is the best for me. It crazy light the hood is perfect, and it keeps me warm even if or when I get wet.
very warm
Extremely lightweight and very warm. Used it on an elk hunt in December and it performed perfectly.
Torrid Apex Jacket
It's unbelievable how such a light jacket can be so warm.
It packs small, super confortable, super warm.
Awesome piece of gear, best jacket I've owned so far.
And the best of it all, no animals were killed for me to be warm!
The Best
Warmest for the weight, most practical insulation, extremely well-crafted, and a perfect fit. Highest recommendation!
Lightweight
I love the lightweight feel of this jacket. It's completely at home in the mountains, but for casual use I tend to get made fun of due to the shiny black fabric. It has everything you need, and nothing you don't. I was worried about going with a synthetic instead of down, but I really like that I don't have to worry as much about moisture.
The only issues I have are minor. The elastic in the cuffs rolls around and doesn't stay flat (I would prefer a different cuff). Also, when completely zipped up, the jacket is too tight around my chin. It's been said before, an elastic drawstring at the bottom would be helpful. I have a slim athletic build, and find the fit to be a bit too loose.
Mens Torrid Apex Jacket
This excellent jacket is well made and very comfortable. On the trail it does a good job of blocking the wind as well. The fit is good with a base layer and long sleeve shirt underneath. I am happy with this jacket.
Men's Torrid Apex Jacket
Ordered a small. I'm 5'8", 30-inch waist, 38-inch chest, and weigh about 150 lbs (give or take 5 lbs depending on the time of the year). The jacket fit fine. I almost traded it in for a medium, but ran out of time before a trip. I'm glad I kept the small after using it.
It performed better than my expectations. I used it for a spring trip where temps in the evenings and early mornings were in the 30s (one night was in the 20s). While doing camp chores, I was fine in a 175 gsm merino long sleeve baselayer under the Torrid. When sitting around camp at the lower temps, I used the merino baselayer and a 100 weight fleece under the Torrid. With that combo, had I been moving around I would have been sweating. The layers fit fine under the jacket - I didn't feel my movement was restricted at all.
The sleeves are a bit tighter than insulated jackets I've used in the past. That's where my skepticism almost had me convinced to size up. Once I got used to a more streamlined jacket (took one evening of use), I never again thought about the tighter sleeves.
This is absolutely a great three-season jacket. I would purchase it again in a heartbeat.
Mens Torrid Apex Jacket
Great jacket. It's very light, warm, and the lack of baffles really helps to block out the wind. I am 6'1" 185lbs, and the large fits me very well. I have pretty average size wrists, and I have faced none of the issues some people have had with the wrist elastic being too tight. I was a little worried that a lightweight jacket would tear easily, but the material feels strong and it has caught on several branches so far without any damage. I did a lot of research before getting this jacket, and I don't think you could get a better jacket for the price. I am very happy with this purchase.
Men's Torrid Apex Jacket
I purchased this jacket in the fall of 2018 and have worn it no more than 10 times outside. This jacket is very warm and very lightweight. Exactly what I ordered it for however, I have a few issues with it:
1. The cuff elastic wrist cuffs are a bit too tight.
2. When I first put the jacket on and put my arms all the way through the sleeves, the inner sleeve material comes out past the elastic cuffs and I have to pull open the cuff elastic and pull the material back inside the sleeve.
3. The zippers are suspect to me. Today (01-22-2019) I wore it outside and zipped my cell phone inside the right pocket. When I tried to unzip the pocket, the zipper jammed up and got off track. I had to fiddle with the zipper for about 15 mins when I got back home to get my cell phone out and get the zipper back on track. It had gotten jammed on the material on the inside of the pocket along the zipper track.
4. This jacket doesn't come with a little stuff sack and/or there isn't any way to pull it inside of one of the pockets for storage.
Men's Torrid Apex Jacket
Bought it for late-fall and early-winter backpacking. The medium fits me perfectly (5'-11", 168 lbs, slim waist, broad shoulders. My only slight complaint, shared with other reviewers, is that the elastic wrist cuffs are a bit tight. Otherwise, I'm very pleased with the jacket. It is super light and packable, and very warm. Not exactly a high-fashion garment, but excellent back country utility.
Men's Torrid Apex Jacket
So far I love the jacket. It is very light and warm. Fit is good with the large, and it stuffs into a small stuff sack well, but not quite as well as a down puffy jacket. I only have one complaint and one concern. The complaint is that the elastic cuffs are a bit tight (I usually pull a bit of the liner through with my hand when I put the jacket on. The concern is that when I put the jacket on once, I thought that I heard a seam rip. However, I looked at every seam on the jacket, and couldn't find any problems.
Men's Medium Torrid Apex Jacket with Hood
I took this phenomenal jacket with me on every backpacking trip I took this summer, from the Beartooth's Beaten Path, to south-central Montana's Crazy Mountains, and finally to Wyoming's Cirque of the Towers loop. It is incredibly warm, lightweight, and super comfortable. The fit is spot on; my medium fits perfectly (5'11", 150 lbs.). It is super packable and if you ultralight, like my family and I do, I do not think that there is a lighter weight, warmer, or more packable jacket on the market (the same goes for EE’s quilts). Plus, the color options are numerous and add to the sheer enjoyment of owning this awesome customizable mountain gear. Several nights dropped below freezing and the jacket kept me very warm. I used it as an additional layer with the hood on under my EE Enigma quilt and never lacked for warmth on the coldest nights. I highly recommend that you purchase one today.
4.5 stars: light, warm and flexible
The Torrid has solved my fleece/puffy backpacking dilemma. Love the warmth to weight, roomy hood, and nice fit with a long sleeve baselayer underneath. I'm a lean 6ft and went with medium. My issue's with the elastic wrists: they are a great idea, but a little too tight!
