Marmot

Super Mica Jacket - Women's

It's surprising that the Marmot Women's Super Mica Jacket only weighs 8.9 ounces and protects you from the elements whether you're backpacking in bad weather, alpine climbing through the clouds, or cycling in the rain. Its NanoPro MemBrain has fully taped seams to offer the same waterproof protection that most ski jackets have, but the Super Mica is a lot more breathable to keep you prime while cycling in warmer weather. The mini ripstop shell is so thin that you can see through it, but it's definitely durable enough to handle all the wear-and-tear involved with the outdoor lifestyle. To enhance its durability, Marmot added Duralite reinforcements at the shoulders and waist to eliminate any wear when you backpack through the woods with a heavy load.

Marmot designed its Super Micra with an trim, athletic fit to keep the bulk and weight down, but Angel-Wing Movement ensures maximum mobility. Underarm vents let you get some much-needed air on the mountain's steeper sections, and the Gale force hood stays in place when windy weather tries to blow it down. Asymmetric cuffs keep off your palms when you're climbing, and an elastic drawcord at the hem prevents the bottom from flapping over your harness. Pack pockets are always accessible even with a harness or pack on, and water-resistant zippers cover the pockets and the underarm zippers to add extra protection in wet weather.