Mons Royale did a kick A** job creating this hoody. They used Merino combined with fleece to create a nice thick material hoody. This isn't your typical thin material that you normally get with Merino Wool so it's an actually a hoody that will keep you warm. Also wicks moisture pretty well with having small pit vents and a bottom left vent zip. Chest pocket fits a Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge with a hardcase on it if you want an idea on the chest pocket. It also has a headphone jack that goes through the pocket. Nylon panels on the shoulders, chest region and fore arm regions for better water protection. No I wouldn't where this as a standalone piece when its dumping outside but it might not be too bad in a light storm. Overall and awesome riding hoody.