Would this jacket be comfortable for casual wear or is it purely designed for riding?
1583849
I personally love this jacket. It is heavy but you can take the liner out very easily for the days its not too bad. The more you wear it the more comfortable it gets. The jacket is comfortable but heavy.
1583850
It definitively looks like a motorcycle jacket, and it's physically heavy, so I only wear mine for riding.
1583851
I wear it every day, and don't even own a motorcycle. It's comfortable and warm. I do recommend ordering a size up than normal.
1583852
Since this jacket was designed for motorcycle riding, the leather is heavy. regardless of the weight, I wear my jacket for casual wear as well as riding. Additionally, the jacket is very warm with the liner installed.
10058
I guess you could use it for running, but it is designed for bike riding. It stops the wind good, but I think it is a little tight fitting for a running jacket. It is tight fitting to reduce wind resistance. Also the back is longer than the front and may look a little odd since you will not be on a bike.
1926347
I wear a 52" jacket and it is snug on me, but it will probably fit. It is tight but not too uncomfortable to wear.
700984
I found that it actually ran a bit big in the chest and belly area, I would imagine it would accommodate body armor without much issue. I wouldn't recommend it for hot weather use though! the vents that are on it don't work all that well but for a basic budget jacket it is pretty good
47842
Not really a problem, and I was a bit surprised, as I wore it on cold days riding my bike. It was fine at 40 F.
196457
I would be a bit worried about it being too tight. I went with the medium, I am 6'0" and about 145 pounds, quite thin, and while it does fit well, it's a little tight in the front and in order to get the zipper started in the front, I have to lift it up a bit off of my hips to my waist where I'm thinner. It fits better in riding position though, so if you want to run with it or wear it casually for other exercise, go with the large, if you want it body tight and you plan to wear it riding only, the medium should work out. Good luck!
1771511
I wear a large tshirt and can wear it over a motorcycle jacket. I'd say this would be to small for you. Especially over a winter jacket. Sorry
277936
It appears to be a standard BDU jacket. I think it would be ok for early spring and late fall weather. I don't think it is designed for severely cold weather.
1357581
The chest fit a tad loose but it breathes or keeps you cooler this way, while riding, and I own a Ducati super bike, it's comfortable and doesn't move in the wind. Great even with the liner for cold days. Paired with a thermal compression shirt, this jacket works day, night, hot or cold. Hope this helps!
2016000
Honestly I use this for riding a motorcycle. it is light weight and breathes so if you get one that is form fitting it should work
1420155
I love mine, but it depends more on personal fit, i.e., where your 'sit bones' are. This one is perfect for me, with the open design for the soft parts. It is very comfortable for the long rides.
2068831
I think if you are just sitting and fishing you will be quite comfortable. If you are doing a lot of walking it will be to hot. You can do what I do and wear just a sweater with the bibs. Leave the jacket off. Regardless what you decide I feel you will be very happy with the Frabill Icesuit. I know I am.
181374
I can say I was comfortable in this jacket with a long-sleeved t-shirt on underneath while boarding in a high of -2 F (not factoring in the wind chill I was making going down the slopes). I probably wouldn't count on it for too much lower than that, but it is surprisingly warm for how thin and light it is.
1213558
Probably not, just OK for bicycle riding, I don't think it would satisfy you for motorcycle use.
26644
I don't think that this is the vest for you then. It's perfect for over a thermal, but an insulated jacket may be a bit much. Also, it will flop around too much if not fastened on the sides.
1747498
its the best hot weather jacket I've used. I rode in San Antonio and it kept me relatively cool even in 100F temps.
1335497
The jacket is highly adjustable. That said, it should adjust that much, I am 5'7" and weigh 210 Lb. I think that the adjustment is there. As for how the jacket reacts in the water I really can't say as I haven't been in the water with it on. I use it on my boat and thankfully haven't had to test that feature. I would think, for me, it would preform well as the fit is good. I can say that for a life vest it is fairly comfortable to wear.