With 42 chest, 38 waist plus thermals and maybe fleece under, do you suggest Large or XL? Need to move easily while backpacking.
141295
I'm 48,38 and can do a base layer and a thin fleece but not much more with an xl.
141296
Well, this is just a guess but I would say XL sounds better for you. You need to try it on before buying it!
26838
That would probably fit snug. If you went with the XL you'd have a little room for sweats or thermals. Also the extra room makes it easier to get on/off. I'm 6'3" 220lbs and got a XL long. They're a little baggy but I like it that way.
1883851
The large would be your best fit for a while (it still fits my 32" son) but the XL won't be too huge if you want to use it for even longer. My son can't walk in it too easily but it's not for walking, it's for sleeping!
1001538
I'd go with a medium. Remember you'll be layering clothes underneath, and you want to be able to move freely.
717744
I am 6' , 254lbs 36" waist 50" chest fits me well. Probably could have got away with XL but needed room for cold weather gear under it. Hope this helps.
2050085
I imagine large. I have a 42 chest and 30" waist. Bought large but medium would have been better. Not huge but a bit too big for me. Good luck
144783
I would get an XL. It will give you extra room. To be honest winter for me comes a month and a half so I can't tell you much more. But I'm sure this will be a jacket that I could probably just wear a t-shirt under it. Hope this helps.
689346
I don't know about the medium but....on my large (i'm 5'9/195), I wear layers and have no problems at all. The large fits really big on me and I've worn: base layers for top/bottom (thermal/underarmor, fishing pants, socks pullover zip and rain jacket. Still....i've got manuverability. As I stated earlier, this is a larger size though. IMO, I think you'll be fine. I hope this helps.
90990
I'm a male, 5'-9" with 40-inch chest, 30-inch waist (175cm tall, 101cm chest, 76cm waist). The small just fits OK with a thin shirt, but not with a sweater or parka.
126002
I would go with large because of your shoulders. But maybe try a medium first if you really concerned
1216020
I would think the medium would be your best bet. If you like a looser fit go with large .Made very well for the price .
122835
I would definitely go with the large. I'm 6.0 175lbs. The jacket fits, but a little snug and not with much room at all to layer underneath. So I would suggest the large.
1638570
I brought a XXL. I have a 52 in chest and a 38 in waist and it fits great. The jacket also adjusts for the waist and it turns in to a vest for the really hot days.
255422
If you are closer to size 42 then I would go with large if you right at 40 then you could go either way.
21468
It really depends on how and where you carry your weight. I would order one size up from whatever size you would normally use to buy a zip up jacket.
512393
I had a very similar question. I did some Googling and found my way to www.shouldersback.net. Per their site, a medium will fit up to a 38" chest. The large fits up to a 50" chest. They also have a toll free number, 877-437-8434. If you still aren't sure on the sizing, give them a call. I'm sure they will be happy to help :-)
146295
I would suggest medium. Pending if likes shirt a little baggy. U can always exchange to smaller size. Good hiking shirt!