Great vest with a number of well thought-out qualities. Unfortunately, even taking into account the advice to size-up, the vest is still very small. I wear an Icon in small and it fits perfectly, and a medium Arcana vest leaves is very tight across the shoulders and hips... Unfortunately, as I live in Europe exchanging the item for a larger size isn't feasible as I would have to cover all shipping costs associated with returning this item and receiving the larger size.

Pros: The fit is excellent (I went up one size from normal) Breathes surprisingly well Stylish enough to wear on/off the bike Cons: Operating the tiny zipper with gloves is a bit of a pain The back pocket is too small for most modern cell phones

Size: Size med is a little short but otherwise fits me great. I'm 6'1" 155-160 and slim in the torso. Style: 5 stars. Looks awesome. Function: Great for temps from high 20s to mid 40s depending what you put under it. Breaths well & has a little water resistance. Does not inhibit mobility even with technical riding. I particularly like: the collar to keep my neck warm, the magnets in addition to zipper so it snaps all the way shut when zippering one handed, the pockets are easy to get into and close securely while riding. I don't like the lack of more rear pocket access. I want to use this for 3+ hr rides and I don't want to wear a pack with it. There is not enough space for my smartphone + nutrition + packable rain/windbreaker + a couple small tools. Usually these would all fit in my rear jersey pockets but because the Arcana fits so slim (which I like in many ways) you can't access pockets in a jersey underneath it while on the go. It's a nitpick, but I way I think it could be improved upon. Overall: a great addition to my cold-cool weather riding attire. Versatile. Needs more pocket space if going to use on longer rides.

I’ve been looking for something like this for a while. Tired of puffy. Well made and looked good. But, sizing feels like it is for a woman. I can wear an XL in most Kitsbow. But this piece, I am sure an XXL would be to small. Too bad, would be a great vest.

I originally ordered a medium but it was too small (I'm 5' 9", between 145 - 150lbs for reference). I exchanged for the large and it is just big enough. Full disclosure, I wear this over a Wabi Woolens winter weight long sleeve cycling jersey. It's not incredibly thick, but it's not thin either so it must change the fit to some extent. The vest is super handy for the varying conditions of my commute. I keep it on top of all the other stuff in my backpack so that I can grab it when conditions change. It's a great addition to my layering system and can be worn unzipped for in between conditions. Even unzipped it doesn't flap around and get in the way. I got my vest on a clear out sale for which there were no returns or exchanges but Kitsbow let me exchange my medium for a large, which was very much appreciated. Very well made piece.