Marmot Ellsworth Insulated Jacket - Men's - 2008 BCS

I had the misfortune of leaving my jacket at home and borrowed one of these from a buddy for a multi-pitch climbing day in NC. We got hammerd by wind and a little rain - I was cold and wet to say the least! The fabric ripped super quick and the hood fit poorly over my helmet, causing the bottom of the jacket to rise, exposing my cold skin. I'm not a big fella, 5.9, 160, but the shoulders were pretty tight, I felt like I was going to tear the back of the jacket, Hulk style! The ability to cram its self into the inside pocket was nice, even though the zipper got stuck and tore some (more) of the fabric. It worked, I guess, but I learned my lesson. Probly a good jacket if you need something to put in your golf bag, not for mountains the though, in my opinion.

Just picked this jacket up on sale. Haven't had a chance to test it out htough as the temps are in the 90's in GA this time of year, hence the sale. I put this jacket on just on a whim, but as soon as I did I was sold. It felt like wearing a sleeping bag, in a good way. Very soft, very light and it packs into itself which would make a great pillow when not in use. Does feel a bit "fragile" to the touch so I would be careful with it. I didn't buy it for major stuf anyway, just a good around town coat or under a shell for hiking. I am 5'9" 190lbs and the large fit me perfectly, a major selling point as its hard to find stuff that fits right all over.

Really F'ing warm. Used it under an outdoor research jacket for ascent to top of Kilimajaro, unzipped both even though it was blizzard conditions with enough wind to be compared to New Englands worst. Amazing jacket with nice pockets. Packs real small for the ultralights out there.

Great jacket. Fit is king for me, and Marmot just fits me right. Also their fit is more consistent across different jackets than Patagonia, the other brand I covet. This jacket is similar to the Cauldron in many respects, such as fuzzy pockets and a hemcord. Neither has a collar cord, which is a feature I miss. The Ellsworth is 4 oz PL in the body, 3 oz PL in the sleeves, which is a great blend of weight for warmth. Good midhip length on this jacket, super warm. The insulated hood has you covered when it gets cold and chilly. Nothing to complain about on this jacket, very solid product.

Not water resistant but makes a great layering piece under a waterproof shell. Very light weight and a good buy.

Decent coat. Be careful though, as it's easily ripped.

Comfy and toasty. It's a good urban, apres ski, everyday coat. I wouldn't use it, for fear of ripping, during activity.

Not the greatest looks, kinda shiny, but still warm and practical.

Good for the price.