Cold weather can often lead to poor circulation, illness and potentially dermatological issues. It is important, especially in areas that get fairly cold, to bundle up even if traveling by car. City dwellers sometimes forget that even if parking in heated parkade just to drive to another heated parkade in cold weather, that dressing appropriately is still necessary. Breaking down in cold weather without a proper winter jacket or boots can lead to very serious health complications and general frustrations. There are numerous options on the market to choose from when considering a winter jacket. Some are fleece lined while others are not lined at all. The fabric used to insulate the jacket is also important to consider because this will indicate whether the jacket has any wind or water protection. This area also helps determine the jackets breathability too. Breathability particularly comes in handy when wearing jackets meant for sports or physical activity (like hiking or cross country skiing).  When moving around the body gets hot and requires some sort of ventilation that will both cool them down to avoid sweat accumulation. It's also important to consider the jackets durability especially when in more physical situations. You want to ensure that a little wear and tear won't break the jacket down and that the weatherproofing features are also strong enough to handle the elements.

This article is a review on one jacket in particular and that jacket is the Columbia Ascender. This jacket is a weatherproof one with a front zipper. It is meant for physical activity but is still stylish enough to wear out and about running errands. We looked at what those who bought this jacket said about it, both positively and negatively. We also looked at what reviewers thought of its durability, breathability, weatherproofing and general reliability. This is our review of the Columbia Ascender. We hope that this article helps you with any jacket purchase you have in the future. Please, enjoy!