Men's Essential Run Vest

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Style # 210247
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Get the wind off your chest without overheating. Despite solid wind- and water-resistance, this vest is so lightweight you may forget it's there. Another nice touch? The armholes are slightly stretchy for a comfortable fit. A great layering piece for spring and fall.


• Fit: Semi-fitted
• Durable Water Repellent (DWR) coating
• Front/back 3M™ Scotchlite™ retroreflectivity for increased visibility
• Full front zip with inner storm guard and zipper garage
• Adjustable drawstring waist
• Back vent for added breathability
• Internal moisture-proof media pocket
• Two side zip pockets

Product Reviews

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Essential Run Vest
 
4.3

(based on 13 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (6)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (5)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (2)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (0)

92%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Lightweight (10)
  • Breathable (9)
  • Comfortable (9)
  • Stylish (5)
  • Warm (5)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Running (9)
    • Cold / extreme (5)
      • Fit:
      • Feels too small

         

        Feels true to size

         

        50% 

        (6 reviews)

        Feels too big

         
      • Sleeve Length:
      • Feels too short

         

        Feels true to length

         

        88% 

        (7 reviews)

        Feels too long

         
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Enthusiast (8), Casual/ recreational (3)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (11)

    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    Essential running accessory

    I was lazy and didn't have a good running vest for years and it wasn't until I sucked it up and bought this one that I forgot how important they are. Perfect top layer to...Read complete review

    I was lazy and didn't have a good running vest for years and it wasn't until I sucked it up and bought this one that I forgot how important they are. Perfect top layer to cut the wind or keep a light rain/mist off you in the early morning runs. Just keeps your core warm without inhibiting arm movement. Front cuts the wind but back breathes easily. Really a key layering element- I wear it all the time now. Ran a little big for me-- I often wear XL in outerwear but bought an L in this and I might even have been able to pull off a M. But that's a small thing, and it is nice to be able to layer under it. I bought the blue, which is good looking. Kinda wish I bought the orange, though!

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    Most Liked Negative Review

     

    Brooks Vest

    I wanted to wear it for running but the large is so large that it is actually baggy. For the average runner like myself. A small would have been perfect.

    I'll prob...Read complete review

    I wanted to wear it for running but the large is so large that it is actually baggy. For the average runner like myself. A small would have been perfect.

    I'll probably wear it around before and after races and when I cycle.

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    3.0

    Strange Sizing

    By Jer the Triathlete

    from Seattle, WA

    About Me Competitive Athlete

    Pros

      Cons

        Best Uses

          Comments about Essential Run Vest:

          Seems like great materials and manufacture, but the sizing is way off. I figured Brooks would have an athletic fit since it's a running company, but this is more of the 'average american' fit. I'm 6' 168lbs and I was swimming in the medium. I'm not even sure the small will cut it. I'll just return it - not for me!

          • Fit:
          • Feels too big
          • Sleeve Length:
          • Feels too long
          • Was this a gift?:
          • No
           
          5.0

          Essential Vest

          By Bigarn

          from Europe

          About Me Avid Athlete

          Pros

          • Breathable
          • Comfortable
          • Lightweight
          • Warm

          Cons

          • A tad large

          Best Uses

          • Cold Weather
          • Running

          Comments about Essential Run Vest:

          Like one of the other reviewers, I delayed buying a running vest for years. I am glad I finally broke down and bought this one. Though just a touch larger than expected, it does the trick on those "in-between" days. The zip pocket will hold my cell phone without it bouncing around while running, something not all outerwear does.

          • Fit:
          • Feels too big
          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          Great purchase!

          By Happy Feet

          from Tulsa, OK

          About Me Avid Athlete

          Pros

          • Breathable
          • Comfortable
          • Dries Quickly
          • Lightweight
          • Stylish
          • Warm
          • Waterproof

          Cons

          • Poor Fit

          Best Uses

          • Running

          Comments about Essential Run Vest:

          This is a superb running vest! It does wonders at keeping the core warm but it's still breathable and comfortable. Extremely happy with purchase except for one thing: it runs big. I wear a large in absolutely everything but when I ordered a large in this vest I was swimming in it (I'm 6' 190 lbs). When I went to exchange it they no longer had my first choice in color so had to go with a plan B. I love everything about this vest except that it's a little larger than anticipated.

          • Fit:
          • Feels too big
          • Was this a gift?:
          • No
           
          5.0

          Great Vest!

          By Region Rat

          from Hobart, IN

          About Me Avid Athlete

          Pros

          • Breathable
          • Comfortable
          • Dries Quickly
          • Lightweight

          Cons

            Best Uses

              Comments about Essential Run Vest:

              Love this vest. Works great, especially during these winter months where most of my runs are in the dark.

              • Fit:
              • Feels true to size
              • Sleeve Length:
              • Feels true to length
              • Was this a gift?:
              • Yes
               
              5.0

              Singing in the Rain and Running

              By The V Man

              from Austin, TX

              About Me Casual/ Recreational

              Pros

              • Breathable
              • Comfortable
              • Lightweight
              • Waterproof

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Running

                Comments about Essential Run Vest:

                I ran with this vest tonight in some decent rainfall. My shirtsleeves were drenched but my core which was covered by the vest, was virtually dry. This vest rocks. I would highly recommend it to anyone.

                • Fit:
                • Feels true to size
                • Was this a gift?:
                • No
                 
                5.0

                Tweener

                By Uncle George

                from New Mexico

                About Me Casual/ Recreational

                Pros

                • Breathable
                • Comfortable
                • Warm

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Cold Weather

                  Comments about Essential Run Vest:

                  Great for when its not warm and not real cold - "Tweener" for when its just cold enough you need something more than a light sweatshirt, but not a heavy hoodie

                  • Fit:
                  • Feels true to size
                  • Sleeve Length:
                  • Feels true to length
                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No
                   
                  4.0

                  Great Addition

                  By Running_in_PA

                  from Philadelphia, PA

                  About Me Avid Athlete

                  Verified Reviewer

                  Pros

                  • Breathable
                  • Comfortable
                  • Lightweight
                  • Stylish
                  • Windproof

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Running

                    Comments about Essential Run Vest:

                    This vest is great for those windy days when it's a little cooler out. My only issue is that the size runs way too big. I initially ordered a LG (I'm 6'2", 170 pounds), which is the size I order all my Brooks shirts in; however, the vest was too loose fitting. I exchanged it for a Small and it's perfect.

                    • Was this a gift?:
                    • No
                     
                    5.0

                    very nice vest!

                    By nick the cyclist

                    from new jersey

                    About Me Avid Athlete

                    Pros

                    • Good fit not tapered
                    • Stylish

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Cycling

                      Comments about Essential Run Vest:

                      i am a 'husky cyclist", had trouble replacing my cycling vest..all way too tight. it fit great and has many features. it is well made and priced fairly compared to cycling clothes.

                      • Fit:
                      • Feels true to size
                      • Sleeve Length:
                      • Feels true to length
                      • Was this a gift?:
                      • No
                       
                      4.0

                      Nice product

                      By Loco runner

                      from Milwaukee, WI

                      About Me Casual/ Recreational

                      Pros

                      • Lightweight
                      • Windproof

                      Cons

                      • Poor Fit

                      Best Uses

                      • Cold Weather
                      • Dark times
                      • Running

                      Comments about Essential Run Vest:

                      It would be an outstanding product except that across the chest the fit is a bit tight. If you are thin it won't be a problem, but if you are a little huskier than it will bunch a little at the breast height. It seems that the cut is just straight down, so the tummy is ok but the chest is a little restricted. Surprisingly it does not interfere while you run.

                      • Fit:
                      • Feels too small
                      • Sleeve Length:
                      • Feels true to length
                      • Was this a gift?:
                      • Yes
                       
                      4.0

                      Run without restrctions but warmth.

                      By Be true to yourself

                      from Atlanta, GA

                      About Me Avid Athlete

                      Pros

                      • Lightweight
                      • Warm
                      • Windproof

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • Running

                        Comments about Essential Run Vest:

                        This vest gives you the ability keep your core warm on a cool morning without the restriction of a traditional jacket. Great pockets inside for your essentials like energy gels and a great pocket for your mp3 with cord management. Since I have to run on the road I love the bright yellow color, people can see you coming.

                        • Fit:
                        • Feels true to size
                        • Was this a gift?:
                        • No

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