I wanted this coat for some time before buying it during a Lightening Deal special for $169, which was a great price for the coat. I am pleasantly surprised at how well designed, well made, and warm it is.

This is definitely a longer coat, but not too long; it's not trench length. I am 5'3" and it hits just below my bottom (more of my length is in my legs than upper body, so if you're tall, then it will likely be a fair bit shorter on you).

Features/Pros:
-Well insulated and warm; this isn't a lightweight rain shell. It's not too bulky, but does have some thickness to it. No Stay-Puff Marshmallow Man look
-Hardware is well styled and very functional. Several elastic cords to adjust the hood; zipper opens from bottom and top, side pockets zip; front zips, snaps, and Velcros
-Has a Velcro sleeve pocket, Velcro inside pocket big enough for my iPhone, inside vertical zip pocket, and two decent-sized side pockets that zip
-Seam sealed
-Inside of collar is lined with plush for warmth and comfort
-Half-glove hand covers are made of a sort of neoprene-like material that fits snugly. They are warm and comfortable and because they are fitted, they stay out of the way. They can easily stay inside the sleeves if you don't feel like wearing them.
-Hood is detachable (attached via zipper, so secure until you want it off)
-Machine washable

Cons:
I always try to include cons in my reviews, because nothing is perfect, but I can't find anything I don't like about this jacket. I guess the price might be the only downside. At regular price, it was too pricey for my blood. But if that doesn't scare you off or you can get it on sale, there is no downside.
EDIT 1/31/13: I found one thing to criticize about the jacket, but it's still quite minor. The inside pockets (Velcro flap pocket on one side and vertical zip pocket adjacent to the zipper on the other side) are located right at chest height. If you put anything bulky in these pockets it is lodged in an indelicate location. The designers might have rather placed them six inches lower. So, they are fine for some cash, ID, or a pair of earbuds, but offer neither comfort nor discretion if storing sunglasses or a phone. There are three external pockets that are fine for those items so I stick with them.