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686 Smarty 15K 3 in 1 Snowboard Jacket Review

 
200-$260
Lots of Layers
Every year 686 makes a few different types of Smarty Jackets. We like the because they usually come with variations of 1st Layers. We have used and reviewed a few different Smarty's. This review will work for most 15K 3 in 1 Smarty Jackets.  Unlike their pants the Smarty Jacket line runs big in size because they incorporate 1 to 2 layers.  If you like super baggy then go with your normal size.  If you want a loose fit buy one size down.   See the Detailed Review Below.
How It Wears
Warmth: Average to Good Park
Functionality:
Good Waterproofing: Good
Durability: Good Mountain
Functionality:
Good Breathability: Average
Overall Value: Excellent Backcountry Functionality: Average Comfort: Good

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The Good Ride Take

The 686 Smarty Snowboard Jacket Review by The Good Ride

686 has been around for a while and makes one hell of a good jacket. They don't use Goretex but make some great 2 Layer and 3 Layer Jackets and have their own tested and true waterproofing. The 15K Smarty series is no exception and is a perfect choice for someone who likes a jacket that can handle all but the coldest weather without much layering. This Smarty is a 2Layer 15K Waterproof jacket that has a nice under Jacket. We feel the jacket says look at me but doesn't scream it like some park jackets do. The Flece Liner is soft and fleecy on the inside and smooth/bonded on the outside so it adds a little wind and weather protection. Combined together this jacket is really warm. It also has room for layers even when combined. The jacket without the liner still has some microfleece lining in the body part and a silk like liner in the sleeves. If you don't have a good 1st layer on the sleeves it can get cold on moderate days but its great on the warm spring days. One of our biggest complaints is the lack of description 686 puts into it's clothing. The jacket has hit some trees and rocks but hasn't scuffed. It's also seen everything but rain and hasn't let anything through. 686 makes most of their clothing to withstand the test of time. We have noticed that the Zipper can get caught on the fabric at the waist pockets and on the main zipper but it's not enough of an annoyance to tell you not to buy this.

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Company Info

SMARTY is 686's most popular and established collection, setting the standard for the winter industry.

Features:

  • Westech-15 - 15,000mm Waterproof - 10,000gm Breathable
  • Fully taped seams
  • Custom stripes print
  • Fleece smarty liner included
  • Bias-cut stripe blocking panels

  • Fully taped seams seal off the InfiDRY-15 shell and make sure moisture can’t sneak through the cracks
  • Lycra wrist gaiters keep the snow from finding its way into your armpit
  • A chest and two underarm vents allow you to dump all the heat that backside 360 just radiated
  • Enough pockets for all your favorite electronic, plastic, paper, and glass friends to have a home
Tech Specs:
Material:
[Shell] InfiDRY; [Lining] fleece
Insulation:
SMARTY detachable fleece
Waterproof Rating:
15K
Breathable Rating:
10000g
Core Venting:
Underarm zips, chest vent
Pockets:
[Shell] 2 hand, 1 internal goggle, 1 internal mobile, 1 internal storage, 1 internal earphone, 1 pass, 1 card, 1 mirror [ Liner Jacket] 2 hand
Seam Taped:
Yes, fully
Powder Skirt:
Yes, zip off
Wrist Gaiters:
Yes
Hood:
Yes
Zip-in Compatibility:
Yes, detachable SMARTY liner included

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