Overview:
I have used the jacket over the past few months, climbing, running, and working all across Scotland. Recently keeping me dry at Tiree Music Festival after a biblical turn of weather saw the festival canceled and the island evacuated.

The Stormline is a super light, fast-drying, and very breathable shell suited to acting as an emergency layer when the weather is meant to stay dry. In Scotland, as we all know, this rarely happens, and having a shell at the bottom of the bag can be a big comfort. The fit of the jacket is baggy and oversized compared with UK-based brands, like Rab and ME. I would likely size down when buying BD clothing in the future. Having said that the baggy fit allows the jacket to be thrown over the top of all your layers including a light belay jacket and helmet keeping you totally dry if a squall is passing over quickly. The jacket has minimal features, which I think is good as it keeps it simple and light.

For me, the Stormline’s fit doesn't lend itself to being worn as a primary layer.  For walking or running the jacket is flappy in the wind and the excess material is cumbersome. However, it does act as a good wind stopper and would work well when reaching the summits of some windy munros. Unless in winter, I personally would not wear a shell climbing and the ultra-light material wouldn't stand up long in any technical climbing situation, especially with my rather grunt-focused technique.

The photos attached are from a second biblical experience shooting an Ultra marathon for GB Ultras where the camera took a beating, but I was super impressed to remain dry under the Stormline!

Retail in the UK is about £140 for the Stormline which is in keeping with similar products from other brands.

Summary:
I will definitely continue to carry the Stormight Strech with me on climbs and work where I'm planning on moving fast and the weather is mostly dry. Fantastic bit of kit to keep peace of mind if the rain or strong winds come in unexpectedly.

Pros
            - Lightweight

- Fast drying

- Fits over other layers

- Helmet compatible

- Highly breathable

- Packs small

Cons

            - Baggy Fit

            - Low durability

All images © Shay Allard

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