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The Columbia Ascender is a men's softshell jacket built for cool, windy and lightly wet days on the trail or around town. It pairs a bonded polyester softshell face with a tricot lining, a high collar and a full front zipper, and it stretches so you can move without feeling restricted. It is water-repellent and wind-resistant rather than fully waterproof, so it suits hikers, commuters and shoulder-season wear better than heavy rain. Against pricier technical softshells it gives up seam-sealed waterproofing and pit zips, but owners consistently call it a solid, durable everyday layer that runs in a wide size range.
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Lowest price we've seen: $87.50 on Nov 10 at Columbia. Tracked across 4 stores since Nov 10.
Owners generally rate the Ascender as a dependable, comfortable softshell for cool and windy days. Most praise the stretch, the wind blocking and the value against technical brands, while criticism centers on rain protection and sleeve length.
