This summer we got to spend some time in Alaska, fishing the Kenai peninsula. We had some very unpredictable weather while we were there. Some days were blasting hot, while others were a mix of drizzle and downpour. While there, I got to test it out for several days of that rainy weather. For people that have been to Alaska, they know that Alaska is the place that puts all your equipment and gear to the test and this trip was no different.
The William Joseph Squall is a very lightweight jacket considering how thick and durable it is. It does not have a lining and is made out of the same breathable material that their high end dry-namic waders are made out of.

Speaking of zippers....this jacket has a bunch of them. On the back there is the two zippers that give you access to the single large pocket. The front of the jacket has four large zippered pockets as well as an additional pocket on the sleeve. The front pockets can easily hold small and medium size fly boxes. I tried fitting a C&F Waterproof box but it was just a little too big. Perhaps the XL jacket would fit it though or you could just stick it in the back pocket.

My favorite features on this jacket:

1. There are neoprene cuffs inside the sleeves that are amazing! I had to dunk my hand a couple times in the water and my arm didn't even get wet. But the cuffs don't cut off your circulation either so your hands stay warm.

2. The hood zips off! I'm not a big hood fan and will only use a hood if it is really pouring. I love that I can just zip the hood off.

3. The hood is stiff yet moldable. In the seam around the brim of the hood is wire (I think...) that lets you mold the front of the hood to your liking.

4. The price is a lot lower than the other high end jackets by Sage, Patagonia, and Simms. Yet, I would put this jacket right in the same class with them.

William Joseph Jacket