Beautiful color
Sized up because of the reviews and it is roomy. Next time I would stay true to size.
Purchased: Saffron / L
Brambleyard Goods
Switchback Rain Shell
Regular price$154.00
Sale price$154.00
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SKU: BY-SRS-SAF-XS
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We started sketching the Switchback Rain Shell on a wet April weekend when every layer we owned was either too warm or not warm enough. A light, honest rain shell with pit zips and a hood that turns with your head.
It is made from 2.5-layer waterproof-breathable nylon, chosen because it handles abrasion from pack straps and still softens after a few washes. The cut is relaxed through the shoulders with articulated elbows, so reaching for a handhold never pulls the hem up past your waist.
Seams are flat-felled where they meet your skin and taped where the weather comes in. We moved the side seams forward so a hip belt sits on fabric instead of stitching, which sounds small until mile nine.
The colors are dyed in small lots, so each run carries a slight variation in tone. We think that is part of the charm; your piece will fade along its own path as it collects sun and stories.
Pockets are placed where hands naturally fall, with one zippered stash big enough for a phone and a folded paper map. Every zipper pull is a looped cord you can grab with gloves on.
- Drop-tail hem for coverage under a pack
- Two hand pockets plus one zip chest pocket
- Glove-friendly cord zipper pulls
- Reinforced shoulders where straps sit
- Fabric certified by an independent mill audit
- Repairable — spare buttons and patches included
Materials
Materials
2.5-layer waterproof-breathable nylon. Approximate weight of the selected variant: 715 g.
Care
Care
Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle with mild detergent. Hang to dry. Do not use fabric softener, which clogs the weave and reduces breathability. Re-apply a wash-in water repellent once a season if water stops beading.
Shipping & returns
Shipping & returns
Free ground shipping on orders over $75.00; otherwise a flat $7.95. Returns within 60 days.
Size guide
Size guide
| Size | Chest (in) | Waist (in) | Sleeve (in) | Chest (cm) | Waist (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 33 | 27 | 32 | 83.8 | 68.6 |
| S | 36 | 30 | 33 | 91.4 | 76.2 |
| M | 39 | 33 | 34 | 99.1 | 83.8 |
| L | 42 | 36 | 35 | 106.7 | 91.4 |
| XL | 45 | 39 | 36 | 114.3 | 99.1 |
| XXL | 48 | 42 | 37 | 121.9 | 106.7 |
Between sizes? Size up for layering, down for a trim fit. Measurements are of the body, not the garment.
Customer reviews
Based on 27 reviews4.3 out of 5
| 5 star | 15 | 56% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 star | 7 | 26% | |
| 3 star | 4 | 15% | |
| 2 star | 1 | 4% | |
| 1 star | 0 | 0% |
Sturdy and simple
Pockets are well placed. I wish there were one more interior pocket but that is a minor complaint.
Purchased: Ink / L
Solid, a few quibbles
I usually take a medium and the medium fit well, maybe a touch long in the sleeves which I actually like.
Purchased: Saffron / M
Sturdy and simple
I usually take a medium and the medium fit well, maybe a touch long in the sleeves which I actually like.
Purchased: Charcoal / XXL
Beautiful color
The stitching is tidy and the zipper runs smoothly. It has already survived a bramble patch that shredded my old one.
Purchased: Ink / XL
Exactly what I hoped for
I usually take a medium and the medium fit well, maybe a touch long in the sleeves which I actually like. Pockets are well placed. I wish there were one more interior pocket but that is a minor complaint.
Purchased: Charcoal / S
Disappointed with shipping
Wore this for four days on a coastal route and it never felt clammy. The cut leaves room for a base layer underneath.
Purchased: Saffron / XL
Disappointed with shipping
Pockets are well placed. I wish there were one more interior pocket but that is a minor complaint. The stitching is tidy and the zipper runs smoothly. It has already survived a bramble patch that shredded my old one.
Purchased: Charcoal / XXL
Worth every penny
Color is richer than the photos. The fabric was stiff for the first week and then relaxed nicely.
Purchased: Saffron / M
Great gift
Color is richer than the photos. The fabric was stiff for the first week and then relaxed nicely. I usually take a medium and the medium fit well, maybe a touch long in the sleeves which I actually like.
Purchased: Ink / XXL
Disappointed with shipping
Pockets are well placed. I wish there were one more interior pocket but that is a minor complaint. I usually take a medium and the medium fit well, maybe a touch long in the sleeves which I actually like.
Purchased: Ink / XL
Beautiful color
Sized up because of the reviews and it is roomy. Next time I would stay true to size. Sized up because of the reviews and it is roomy. Next time I would stay true to size.
Purchased: Ink / XL
Beautiful color
Color is richer than the photos. The fabric was stiff for the first week and then relaxed nicely. The stitching is tidy and the zipper runs smoothly. It has already survived a bramble patch that shredded my old one.
Purchased: Charcoal / M
Sturdy and simple
The stitching is tidy and the zipper runs smoothly. It has already survived a bramble patch that shredded my old one.
Purchased: Saffron / XXL
Solid, a few quibbles
Color is richer than the photos. The fabric was stiff for the first week and then relaxed nicely. The stitching is tidy and the zipper runs smoothly. It has already survived a bramble patch that shredded my old one.
Purchased: Saffron / XS
Exactly what I hoped for
The stitching is tidy and the zipper runs smoothly. It has already survived a bramble patch that shredded my old one.
Purchased: Saffron / M
Held up on a long trip
Pockets are well placed. I wish there were one more interior pocket but that is a minor complaint. Sized up because of the reviews and it is roomy. Next time I would stay true to size.
Purchased: Saffron / XL
Good, not perfect
I usually take a medium and the medium fit well, maybe a touch long in the sleeves which I actually like.
Purchased: Ink / XL
Would buy again
I usually take a medium and the medium fit well, maybe a touch long in the sleeves which I actually like.
Purchased: Ink / S
Held up on a long trip
The stitching is tidy and the zipper runs smoothly. It has already survived a bramble patch that shredded my old one.
Purchased: Charcoal / XXL
Exactly what I hoped for
The stitching is tidy and the zipper runs smoothly. It has already survived a bramble patch that shredded my old one.
Purchased: Saffron / S
Solid, a few quibbles
Wore this for four days on a coastal route and it never felt clammy. The cut leaves room for a base layer underneath. I usually take a medium and the medium fit well, maybe a touch long in the sleeves which I actually like.
Purchased: Charcoal / S
Would buy again
The stitching is tidy and the zipper runs smoothly. It has already survived a bramble patch that shredded my old one.
Purchased: Ink / XL
Exactly what I hoped for
Pockets are well placed. I wish there were one more interior pocket but that is a minor complaint.
Purchased: Saffron / XS
My new favorite
Pockets are well placed. I wish there were one more interior pocket but that is a minor complaint.
Purchased: Saffron / M
Worth every penny
Pockets are well placed. I wish there were one more interior pocket but that is a minor complaint. Color is richer than the photos. The fabric was stiff for the first week and then relaxed nicely.
Purchased: Ink / S
Better in person
Sized up because of the reviews and it is roomy. Next time I would stay true to size. The stitching is tidy and the zipper runs smoothly. It has already survived a bramble patch that shredded my old one.
Purchased: Charcoal / S
Questions, answered
How long does shipping take?
Orders placed before 1 p.m. Pacific ship the same business day. Standard ground delivery takes 3 to 6 business days within the continental United States; expedited options appear at checkout.
Do you offer free shipping?
Yes. Orders of $75.00 or more after discounts ship free within the United States. Orders under that amount ship for a flat $7.95.
What is your return policy?
Unworn and unused items can be returned within 60 days for a full refund. Used gear is covered by our repair program instead, and we will always tell you what a fix would cost before we start.
How does the repair program work?
Send us anything we made, at any age. We patch, re-stitch, re-wax and replace hardware at cost, and many small repairs are free. Turnaround is usually two to three weeks.
Can I change or cancel my order?
We can edit or cancel an order within two hours of purchase. After that it may already be packed; write to us and we will do our best.
Do you ship internationally?
We ship to Canada, the United Kingdom and most of the European Union. Prices can be shown in euros or pounds using the currency selector, and duties are calculated at checkout.
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