This bomber 3-layer shell is designed to elevate your freeriding experience. With a remarkable blend of four-way stretch and BD.dry™ protection, it offers unbeatable mobility and protection in harsh winter conditions. Features like reinforced forearms, elbows, and hips ensure exceptional durability, even in high-wear areas where packs, tree branches, and mountain obstacles challenge your gear.
the Recon Stretch Pro Shell seals out moisture on storm days but keeps you dry on the skintrack without sacrificing durability. Reinforced forearms, elbows and hips add protection in high-wear areas from packs, tree branches and other on-mountain obstacles. The snow helmet compatible hood and internal removable powder skirt also adds armor against the elements while charging deep in the backcountry.
Black Diamond’s waterproof/breathable/windproof solution. BD.dry™ 3L ... Black Diamond’s waterproof/breathable/windproof solution. BD.dry™ 3L face fabrics are treated with a DWR solution without intentionally added PFAS and these fabrics have a hydrophilic membrane that allows water vapor to transfer through, making them waterproof, yet breathable. Applied to the backside of this fabric is a third layer, jersey backer, that feels comfortable next to the skin and allows moisture to turn to vapor before passing through the hydrophilic membrane. Learn More
We trust what we make because we use what we make. We trust what we make because we use what we make. All Black Diamond soft goods are warranted against defects in materials and construction for the practical lifetime of the product. Learn More
At Black Diamond, we're committed to going deep, whether that's into the mountains, the design process, or the community we love. Our fall/winter collection of equipment and apparel is built for the experience of casting off, and diving into the deep end of adventure.
Overall rating: 4.6486487 / 5 from 111 reviews.
The Men's Recon Stretch Pro Shell is highly regarded for its exceptional quality, great fit, and impressive material. Customers appreciate its sturdy, warm, and durable feel, as well as its clean-looking, well-constructed design. The shell is highly recommended for harsh winter conditions, though some find the hood too big.
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"Bought previous season at a good discount and can say it was definitely worth it! Good quality fabrics and the fit is good for me size small - I'm 5 11 160lbs athletic build. Still has enough room for layering underneath."
"I like the shell, it is resistant and water proof"
"Very well made but way too big. I am reliably a Small, I wear small in other BD gear and many other brands. This jacket is too big."
"Fits great and it's already held up to the elements. Definitely my go to jacket in inclement weather."
"Love this jacket (and pants). This combination is my go-to on the east and out west. Easy to layer. Great on powder days and east coast bitter damp cold days. The stretch nature of the outfit is more suited to the athletic nature of the sport (especially in the bumps and when hiking) than anything I have worn before."
"Love the material, size runs on the bigger side of normal. I’m 5’7”/ 140lbs and the size small is pretty baggy. The major issue is that the hood is so large, it literally won’t stay secure without a helmet even with the cords tightened all the way. I don’t often wear a helmet so this is kinda a big bummer."
"I am sure it is great shell. I purchased it on closeout and ordered a XL due to my 6'4 height and all my other shells from different brands fit excellent with a XL. This thing is huge, more like a 2 or 3XL. I can't return it due to being on closeout and probably listing it on Geartrade. com very soon. Kinda bummed out."
"Amazing shell, awesome venting, and the material is top tier. I’ll continue using it for years in breck and TAOS. Love it"
"Fits true to size and extremely water proof"
"Sizing is not similar to other BD coats. The medium that I order is too big. Sleeves are too long and the hood way too BIG and bulky. Visibility is poor when the hood is up."
| 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.
