REVIEW
HUK ICON X LIGHTWEIGHT JACKET
By Matt Williams
PHOTOS BY BRANDON ROWAN
If you ’ re shopping for a light-duty outer layer that ’ s big on comfort and protection , the Icon X lightweight jacket has you covered . Icon X is Huk ’ s newest line of outerwear and insulating layers designed to provide anglers with a variety of options for staying warm and dry in changing weather conditions .
First Impressions
The Icon X jacket is designed for tackling light ( and some medium-duty ) applications in style . Fashioned from 91 percent polyester and 9 percent spandex , the jacket rides just below the belt line and is equipped with five pockets , including a pair of zippered hand warmer pockets , two roomy chest pockets and a zippered rear storage pocket . Other features include an articulated hood with an elastic draw string , back / under sleeve perforation panels to enhance breathability , a high-rise collar with draw strings and reflective trim .
In Action
My jacket arrived just in time for fall and it was the perfect match for
the pleasant weather that eventually rolled into eastern Texas right along with it . We saw crisp morning lows in the 40s a couple times in late October . Paired with a long sleeve bottom layer , the wind-resistant shell did a great job of keeping me comfortable on lengthy boat rides at high speed . As fit goes , the hood conforms nicely to the head with a cap or toboggan in the mix while the highrise collar helps prevents air from getting in around the neck with the zipper fully deployed . The roomy rear storage pocket is a nice addition ; just don ’ t stick snacks , sunglasses or anything else in there that might inadvertently get crushed against a seat cushion .
Final Thoughts
Though it ’ s hardly a match for downpours or frigid temperatures , this is a jacket you can trust to keep you cozy in mild weather when there ’ s just enough nip and / or moisture in the air that a hoodie might not cut it . It comes in assorted colors that will mix and match with jeans or fishing pants . The black blends nicely with Huk ’ s Grand Banks or Icon X Superior bibs .
Performance Advice
As with all outerwear , periodic cleaning may be needed to keep the jacket looking good and odor free . Huk recommends cold washing with like colors and hang drying or tumble drying on a low setting .
Applications
— Good for crisp , damp or drizzly conditions when a heavier jacket might be too much .
— Wear it as top layer to help block brisk winds .
DETAILS
Sizes : 6 Water / Wind Resistant : Yes Machine Washable : Yes MSRP : $ 120.00 ( 3XL $ 130 ) Contact : hukgear . com .
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