![]() Unfortunately, it does not score very well and is mostly let down in waterproofing and breathability (both very crucial for a snow-bound jacket!)īut there is one thing that we haven’t looked at and that is value for money so let’s see how it rates for its price. ![]() let’s see how 686’s Mannual Iconic rated overall. Of course this is a very subjective thing which is why it doesn’t get too many points towards the final score. I’ve learned my lesson from buying for just what looks good from my early snowboarding days – had I been back there however, I would have been very tempted by the Iconic for looks alone. I prefer the blue (see above) but the yellow’s cool too. It comes in either black, yellow & white or blue, orange and charcoal. Personally I quite like the look of the Iconic. Pockets = 2 interior, 3 exterior = 0.2/0.25 Style The Iconic should have you covered pockets-wise with a couple of internal pockets, a right chest pocket and a couple of hand pockets. Venting = Yes but one sided = 0.15/0.25 Pockets ![]() The iconic does have some venting but only on the right hand side of the chest which seems a bit odd to me but there you go. ![]() Great for airing out those sweaty arm-pits, a lot of jackets have venting. So if you are riding in colder conditions this is a definite plus to keep the old noggin warm. The hood also, as mentioned in the insulation section above, also comes with 40g of insulation. The iconic also has a hood – this wouldn’t be a deal breaker for me but it certainly does come into its own on those colder, windier days. The Iconic does have one of these – as most do but certainly not all. These things are really handy for keeping snow out of the pants! That should make this jacket toasty warm – if you can stay dry! It has 80 grams of insulation in the body of the jacket and 40g in the hood and sleeves. This is somewhere where the Iconic does excel. Some people won’t feel the need for extra insulation in their jacket but some people who typically ride in colder conditions, or feel the cold more, will appreciate the extra warmth that insulation provides. Whilst I don’t see this being as important as waterproofing it’s still pretty important for comfort particularly when it’s warm – and I look for a minimum of 8,000g if possible.īreathability score = 5,000 = 1/2 Insulation Normally breathability will range from around 3,000grams to 20,000grams. Seams sealed score = critically sealed = 1/2 Breathability Ideally I would go for a jacket that is fully seam sealed to ensure it will be waterproof. Waterproof rating score = 8,000mm = 1.2/2 Seam Sealing Typically you will find ratings anywhere between 5,000mm and 20,000mm. This is a little bit on the low side and generally speaking 10,000mm would be the minimum I would go for. The Key Specs to Look Out for in a Snowboard Jacket Waterproof Rating If you want more info on what makes for a good snowboarding jacket check out the link below. Firstly based on the waterproof rating of the fabric and secondly on the seam sealing. Waterproofness will be evaluated in two ways. Waterproofing, breathability, functionality, style and value for money. In this review I will be assessing the Iconic on a number of factors, namely: Welcome to my review of the 686 Mannual Iconic snowboarding jacket.
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