Climbing Jackets for Women

I'm in search of an ice climbing jacket! Not looking for something to break the bank, but would prefer something that is harness/helmet compatible, abrasion resistant, and windproof. Preferably a soft-shell. Been doing research online, but was hoping to get more of a first hand experience here.

Thanks!

I can say that I would not buy mountain hardware. Nice jackets but I've had two that have deteriorated within a season. They do have nice customer service and great warrantees. Just not very durable. Curious to see if anyone has any recommendations as well! 

I wear the OR Iceline Jacket.  They stopped making it.  It fits all these bills and I ski in it a lot.  

Try finding one at backcountry.com, call the OR store in Seattle?  Maybe they have one on a clearance rack.  If you decide on a hard shell, I have one I could move pretty cheap.  I just don't use it.

Arc’teryx makes most(/all?) their jackets for M/W. I’m a huge fan of the Gamma MX and LT. I’ve had both for about 5 years and they don’t have an end of life in sight.

Arc’teryx will probably draw some haters here, but they ultimately make good stuff that lasts. 

Hey! I LOVE my BD Dawn Patrol softshell. I used to wear an OR goretex shell, but hated the restricted movement. The BD Softshell is super comfy—stretchy and the water just beads off of it when ice climbing on wetter days.

​BD Dawn Patrol Womens​​​

Check out the OR Ferrosi.  The material is bomb proof, stretchy, and comfortable.  As a bonus, they are currently on sale, so you can buy 4 of them for the price of one Arcteryx jacket.

https://www.outdoorresearch.com/us/en/womens-ferrosi-hooded-jacket/p/2501020050008

There are some good deals on Amazon too.

Thanks everyone!! I appreciate all your suggestions. :)

Barbara Tarman wrote: I liked OR goretex shell too, but now also looking for new suppliers. Actually there're a lot of online stores selling women climbing jackets but none of them offered smth really worthy. I've also read  Zappos reviews where some people say they've found bags and jackets for climbing even in fashion stores... never thought it's possible to find there something suitable LOL

I’ve seen Patagonia jackets (the alpine stuff too) for sale at Nordstrom’s flagship store with really good discounts during their annual sales. They also have what’s probably the best return policy in the world. 

I think I'm going to try the OR Ferrosi. Now in search of a good fleece mid layer...

Personally, I dont like the way OR fits me. It was too tight at the hips. Let me know how you like it though! BD works best for me so far

A friend has bought a dozen used Arc'teryx women jackets over the year online, more than she could wear.  She's loved most of them. Sold some and got a few free replacements by Arc when they were damaged or other.