What Our Gearhead(R) Experts Are Saying: "This jacket is perfect for dawn missions and high-output ski days. It moves better than any shell I've used and dumps heat when I'm skinning hard. The chest pockets fit my skins, and I love how well it fits with a pack and helmet."When we're chasing alpine sunrises and fresh turns, the Men's Dawn Patrol Hybrid Shell keeps pace. Built for early starts and backcountry lines, this high-performance shell from Black Diamond is engineered to balance breathability and weatherproofing. The BD. dry(TM) 3L membrane with GTT Empel DWR seals out snow and wind, while softshell panels under the arms and back boost stretch and ventilation where we need it most. Purpose-built for ski touring and technical climbs, the Dawn Patrol Hybrid Shell is loaded with mountain-ready features. A ski-helmet-compatible hood and adjustable cuffs offer storm coverage, while underarm gussets and articulated elbows allow for full mobility on the skintrack or rappels. Oversized chest pockets fit climbing skins, and an internal mesh back panel adds breathability. Lightweight and breathable with a low-profile fit, this shell is everything we want when the forecast says go.