Built to take on the worst downpours, the Fineline Stretch Rain Shell is our fully featured rain shell. By combining our BD.dry™ waterproof/breathable/ windproof technology with a full feature set and stretch fabric, the Fineline provides reliable protection when the weather breaks.
Black Diamond’s waterproof/breathable/windproof solution. Our 2.5L ... Black Diamond’s waterproof/breathable/windproof solution. Our 2.5L jackets are made up of three parts: a face fabric treated with a DWR without intentionally added PFAS finish that sheds water; a microporous membrane that goes on the inside and stops percipitation from penetrating; and a half layer print that goes on the inside of the membrane, right next to your skin keeping it dry and comfortable. Learn More
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Across hundreds of reviews, the Men's Fineline is praised as a lightweight, packable rain shell that keeps out wind and rain for hiking, backpacking, climbing, biking, skiing and travel, with pit zips and stretch that make it easy to move in. Fit is mixed: many say it fits true to size with room for layers, while about 10 found it tight in the shoulders and arms and several found the sleeves long; the hood, which is sized for a helmet, is the most common 4-star complaint. A smaller number of reviewers report the jacket wetting out or leaking (about 9), the inner layer peeling (3) or a zipper failing (about 4).
AI-generated summary of verified customer reviews.
Overall rating: 4.6477985 / 5 from 477 reviews.
The Men's Fineline Stretch Shell is a highly regarded rain jacket, praised for its comfort, lightweight material, and excellent fit. Customers appreciate its waterproof and breathable features, as well as its stylish and vibrant colors. The jacket's durable construction and helmet-compatible hood make it suitable for various weather conditions.
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"I purchased this set (including the pants) specifically for high-elevation mountain biking during the fall/winter cusp season. Given the price (I got an absolutely SMOKING deal on last season's set!), it has exceeded all expectations. It's kept me bone dry on 2-hour rain rides, and it's so light and packable that the full set fits in my small hydration pack with no notice of any added weight or bulk. I was actually so impressed with it (and the price) that I bought the same set for my brother! Keep up the good work, BD!"
"This jacket is the perfect daily driver rain jacket! The armpit vents allow for great ventilation and the material holds up excellent against wind and rain. Would recommend."
"I wanted something more boxy and roomy for my rain shell so I could adjust layers underneath and this really fit the bill. I have the female fit fineline shell, so I knew this would be good quality and the color is on point. Now if I could just get some weather to test it out…"
"The jacket performs well in the rain and is lightweight. Fits as expected. Should do well with a puffy underneath. Looking forward to having this for years to come. Would like to see a rain jacket with more of a soft feel on the inside rather than current inside material."
"Wore this on a trip to Germany and stayed dry through several days of steady hard rain. Good fit, sleeves not annoyingly long like many other brands I tried."
"The perfect mix of protection, weight and comfort. The wheat color is a bit darker irl than the photos."
"Great shell, waterproof and lightweight"
"Exactly what I was looking for & it fits"
"This shell kept me protected from rain and sleet in steady mid 20mph winds and 40+mph gusts on a 14er in Colorado. Lightweight and nice shell to have in the daypack if the weather is on edge."
"The same performance that you expect from Black Diamond in a color that I actually prefer to this year‘s selections. The best thing yet is that I managed to get it at a discount. Double win."
| Size | Chest | Hip | Arm Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 34 - 35.5 in 86.5 - 90 cm | 33.5 - 35 in 85 - 89 cm | 33.5 in 85 cm |
| S | 36 - 38 in 91 - 96.5 cm | 35.5 - 37.5 in 90 - 95.5 cm | 33.5 in 85 cm |
| M | 38.5 - 41 in 97.5 - 104 cm | 38 - 40.5 in 96.5 - 103 cm | 34 in 86.5 cm |
| L | 41.5 - 44.5 in 105 - 113 cm | 41 - 44 in 104 - 112 cm | 34 in 86.5 cm |
| XL | 45 - 48.5 in 114 - 123 cm | 44.5 - 48 in 113 - 122 cm | 34.5 in 87.5 cm |
Designed to fit slim to the body for an athletic, low-profile fit without restricting mobility and accommodating base layers or light midlayers.
A classic universal fit with comfortable ease. May feature slight body shaping, but predominantly straighter fit that will accommodate midlayers more comfortably.
Generous through the body for a casual loose-to-oversized fit without shaping. Designed for comfort, it accommodates heavier mid-layers.
Measure around the chest/bust just under the arms and across the shoulder blades.
Measure from the center back of the neck, across the shoulder, and down the arm to the wrist.
Measure around the widest point of the hips.
Measure around the narrowest part of the waist.
