ExOfficio FlyQ Convertible Jacket

I bought a walnut colored one a couple of years ago and have used it for many of our domestic and international travels. It is great for layering and has enough storage that I can generally avoid a backpack. The conversion to a vest is really nice and there is an interior pocket large enough to to store the sleeves when they are removed.I bought this one in the lite khaki because I liked the first one. Since it was sale priced far less than the current $75, it made the decision to have an alternative color very attractive. After getting it I discovered it was a slightly lighter material than the first one I bought which is a plus since it can be worn in warmer weather.

I bought this for travel to Scandinavia ... going to use laying for warmth ...IMO it could use a few more interior pockets. it has 4 but i found 2 almost useless.i had bought the ExOfficio roundup which looks the same as the Q but i didn't like the shell material = little to stiff/harsh for my taste but it did have a interior 10 pocket system ..i do have a older flyQ lite vest and find the interior 10 pockets too confusing ... spend too much time trying to find things ...so i find 4 not enough and 10 too many ...jacket works very good in rain and wind ... very comfortable , lite weight ..

This jacket replaces a similar jacket made by Scott E-Vest. This is a lighter jacket which matches the weather conditions when I travel. The fabric is nicer and the styling is much better. This jacket has a total of 8 pocket which is more than enough. The Scott E-Vest has a lot more but some are just there so that it increases the pocket count, a pocket that can only hold a roll of Lifesaver candies isn't useful to me. The Raglan style removable sleeves totally cover the zipper so rain penetration shouldn't be a problem. Neither jackets are classified as rainwear but should be able to handle showers. The shoulder zippers on the Scott E jacket allows water in if you raise your arms while holding an umbrella. This jacket fit a bit looser so I'll be able to wear a light sweater if it gets cool. I haven't used the jacket for travelling but it looks like a well designed travel jacket.

Although it is not a heavy weight jacket I wore it on a 3 week trip through Egypt and Jordan in January and it worked great for me. All I did on the colder days was wear a lightweight fleece or a vest under it and I was warm enough. All the pockets, inside and out are extremely useful for phone, camera, batteries, hat, gloves and everything I needed with me. I did not remove the sleeves, but think that would be useful in hot climate. Kept me dry in rain and protected me in a sand storm.

This will disappoint those looking for the older FlyQ type jackets. It's a very thin material. This is nice in that it will be good for those needing layering. But it's not as good of quality as the older jackets. I picked it up for under $50.00 so felt it was worth it. I would not pay much more than that price.

Has many pockets for travel - phone,passport,credit cards (with special magnetic protection). A large self storing pouch for the light zip off sleeves. Light and not too warm, with room for a sweater underneath for cooler weather. Not a raincoat, but repels water. Price ranged from $160-$65, so check site often.

ExOfficio FlyQ Covertible Jacket, XX-Large, KhakiThe only reason this is not a five-star review is that the zipper on the outer left-breast pocket tends to snag on the nylon pocket lining. Otherwise, this is a great jacket, especially for the price. The khaki (which appears now not to be available) was only about $30; the other colors sell for more than $100.I do wish that the pockets were a bit larger and that the jacket had a hood, but for the price and quality, I am satisified.

It is a good jacket overall, but the phone pocket is way too small.