ColumbiaWomen's Arcadia Ii Jacket

I bought this jacket from a sporting goods store about a month ago. I went back to purchase another for my daughter but they were sold out. Being that I do most of my shopping on Amazon, I found it here. I figured something was going to be different based on the price. It does not fit the same at all. I purchased a Small. My store purchased jacket measures 26 inches. This jacket measures 25. It is not as contoured to the waist either. I find it a bit more bulky. The inside mesh is different. It is much louder/crunchier sounding. I have only worn the other rain jacket a few times. That is not enough times to reduce the noisy crunch. The tags are different. The model number is RL2436, which is listed on both jackets but this jacket has additional numbers added to it.The top 2 pictures are of my store purchased Columbia. The bottom 2 pictures are of my Amazon Columbia.

I browsed through the reviews to decide what size jacket to get, then I found a reviewer with the same height and similar weight like me posted a photo of themselves in a medium. So I got myself a medium in black.I'm 5'2", 102lbs, and 34B. I bought a medium to go along with the pair of Colombia's Storm Surge rain pants (x-small) for when the rain comes in Southern California. I enjoy how roomy and light it is, and I can wear several layers underneath when the weather demands it. When it rains, the water rolls straight off of it and keeps me dry.The sleeves have adjustable Velcro cuffs, and it goes pass just the tip of my fingers. The mesh-lined jacket itself almost covers my entire butt, but my rain pants can take care of the rest. The storm hood and waist can be easily adjusted with the elastic cords found there. I often wear a cap whenever I go out, and the hood covers it except for the very edge of the bill/visor, so I often find it damp/wet, but not a big deal. The main front zipper has a flap that can be secured with Velcro to keep the water out. The two pockets has flaps and zippers as well, and the insides are mesh-lined and are big enough to fit an entire 16.9 fl oz water bottle, or my iPhone 6 Plus with its Otter Box Defender case on with some room to spare.I highly recommend it for any kind of rain except for really heavy rain like a monsoon.Pics included, and sorry for the blurred out face and bathroom...

This jacket is a great value. I bought it specifically for Iceland as an outer shell and it surpassed my expectations. It was both wind and waterproof. The wind proof came in handy as there were 30 mph winds with gusts up to 70 mph. I brought 3 rain jackets with me and this one was my favorite since it's wind and water proof she dried very quickly. The red is also a flattering and bright color.For reference I am 5'3 145 pounds and used a small. In my attached images I was able to wear a fleece jacket underneath for warmth.

I bought an Acadia jacket 6 months ago directly from the Columbia site and loved it, so I just ordered another one but this time from Amazon. This one was clearly different from the original. Different fabric, no elastic at the cuff, the Columbia logo was not embroidered, and several other small differences. I am returning this because the quality is not nearly as good as the original.

At first I bought a large (I am 5" 6', 165 lbs). I usually wear between a medium and a large, and I saw some reviews recommending to order a size up. I received the large very quickly, but it was way too big, so I returned it and purchased a medium. The medium came within just a few days of ordering! It fits perfectly, and does the job--a perfect windbreaker and rain jacket! I love Columbia--great quality and great service!

I am so pleasantly surprised by this jacket. I have been searching, to no avail, for a rain jacket that I like. This jacket is light with an inner mesh lining. The mesh lining keeps you comfortable by stopping the jacket from sticking to you like so many other rain jackets, while also keeping it much cooler than other similar jackets I have tried. So many other jackets feel so 'stuffy' and hot to me, but something about this jacket makes it so I keep comfortable.There is velcro around the wrists to tighten them, and drawstrings on the hood and waist which help keep me dry! The pockets are huge and I haven't had any issue with anything getting wet in them so far. I LOVE that it packs into the hand pocket. It makes it super portable and easy to toss in my pack for day hikes, or keep in my car for emergencies. Given the other reviews, I expected it to run much smaller than it did. For me, it ran almost true to size so I didn't have an issue with sizing.The only thing I would add to make this jacket better are ventilation zippers in the arm pits. Other than that, I am extremely pleased with my purchase!

I'm a big girl (235 lbs) and Columbia jackets normally fit very small for me so based on sizing chart and other reviews, I went with a 3X. It's very large though, even when layered with another jacket underneath. I wouldn't mind it a little big, but it is wider at the bottom so it has an unflattering tent-like shape for those of us who aren't blessed with a big booty. I will probably return for 2X, or even 1X.

Just received today via addresspal to Ireland. Where to start - I ordered 3x based on 1st review on the page since lady there ordered 3x and she has the same height and weight. Well packed, light, fully mesh lined inside. The downside - I ordered this jacket based on my research and I was led to believe that the jacket has underarm vents. Imagine my disappointment that was not the case.The fit of the jacket - larger, loose, the length is great, just under my bottom so it covers my critical area - belly. However, I believe, I would be fine even with 2x as it is my size. I am UK 22-24. I still haven't decided if I'll return it and order a different style or not. Great material, the hood is great with an extra shield so it covers my cap. Perfect for Irish weather . I haven't tested the jacket in the rain so we'll see how it hold up. Update will follow along with pictures

Fits well and looks great, well made for the money paid. My few gripes are that it lacks a couple of features, like hood volume adjustment, usually done with a velcro strap on the top. There are no inside pockets like I had on my Jack Wolfskin packable, just a vertical drop pocket for papers etc to keep them dry would be good. Otherwise it feels very comfortable and gives a smart professional appearance in Columbia blue.

Didn’t blow my mind away like I was expecting, look and material wise. But am still waiting for it to do so on the purpose front. Waiting for monsoons to hit. The zips are cheap, one pocket higher than the other. My first Columbia purchase and I’m far from impressed. Was planning to buy their winter jacket and snow shoes, not so sure now. There’s no inner pocket in this jacket, which there should be.Please go true to size, I read a few reviews, went a size up and found myself lost In the jacket. Had to exchange for my true size.

Perfect lightweight rain coat!