Carhartt Mens Active JacketSo what's an Active Jacket? I'd describe it as a blend of a hoody and a jacket. I think the term "soft shell jacket" was a thing back at the turn of the millenium. Think fit profile of a hoody with the features you'd expect in a jacket. I've retired my Detroit jacket (well its been stolen by my son..) and this is now my go to winter Carhartt jacket. It's made from 12oz Duck, but its the washed version so is softer and more flexible than firm Duck