Picked these up to replace my original Weise Hydra jacket & trousers which are now far too large for me having lost weight. Very interesting to back-to-back the two version of Hydra, these win by far in terms of hot weather performance, zips and the change in the boot area. The fact these now go over your boot - and for reference I wear full size Forma Adventure Boots - they work just fine with a little room to spare, which will prevent water running into your boots on particularly rainy days, which is a big plus. The two zip pockets are smaller now but you can still fit a bunch of keys in, no chance of a phone fitting though. Fit was spot on, I am about 35 inch waist and the 34 Medium was spot on for me. Can still squeeze my Keis heated trousers under these too. My goal was year-round leather without having to consult the weather forecast - Weise Hydra fit the bill for me there.