MontBell Ultralight Thermawrap Insulated Parka - Women's - 2008 BCS

this is easily one of the best looking parkas on the market. the cuffs are amazing. i can't say enough about them. this jacket looks SO good on and they make the lightest jackets out there. if i had the money i would only buy montbell gear.

I am 5'1" and weight 100 lbs. I always wear size XS jackets and they all fit me well. I listened to the warning from other reviewers and ordered a size up and I think a size S should be fine for me. When I tried the jacket on; the bust area fit well, however, the hip area is really really tight and seams to tear apart at anytime. I measured the bottom of the jacket, it's a bit under 34" and my hip is round 35". I am really disapppointed about the fitting of this jacket. I would suggest you try to find you size in a store, try it on before you order one.

I bought this layer for alpine rock and ice climbing, and it is just what I wanted. Can layer it over two light layers, yet it has a trim fit, so I can still put one or even two down layers over it! Also goes well under a softshell. Handwarmer pockets are super roomy. You will not find a lighter layer, and it is extremely warm, I end up bringing it everywhere since it stuffs down so small. I'm 5'2 and XS fit great, a bit tight on the armholes, but I have disproportionally big shoulders. And it is a cute cut :)

This Jacket is the ultimate for winter. I live in a wetter climate so synthetic was the way to go and I love that it weighs next to nothing. I like the cut for a woman because its not girly but it fits well. The details at the sleeve and waist are very functional and the hood isn't cumbersome. The honey color is a great departure from all the black outerwear I have. Oh yeah I also have the down vest by mont-bell and it is the most functional piece I have.

I was looking for a jacket good for 40-50 degrees w or w/o windy weather. This is perfect for my needs. Wore it in 48 degrees with 10-15 mph winds with a long sleeve tshirt underneath, and I was a little too warm. The jacket is very light, and durable with great wind protection. It runs small so, size up if you want extra room for layers. I'm 5'4, 130 with 34D chest, long arms, broad shoulders, short torse with long legs and straight figure other than the boobs. I opted for the men's version in medium as the small didn't give enough layer room. It was a little long in the arms, but rest was a perfect fit.

This is one of my favorite pieces of gear. I'm 5'1" and 100 lbs and the small fit perfectly with room for layers underneath. It is extremely warm, very light weight, and packs so small. It is just as warm as my down jacket. I love the hood, it's large enough to actually protect from the weather. Don't think twice, buy this item!

With slightly thicker insulation than its non-hooded counterpart the thermawrap jacket, this lightweight parka is amazing. I got it for my lady who is 5'5" and ~110lbs in a med due to its slightly small sizing. It is a bit heavier than its down cousin but adds a margin of safety in the chance of it getting wet. It weighs a scant 309g w/ its included 7g stuffsack on our digi. The construction is impeccable as are all the MB products that we have purchased. It has an adjustable hood, hem, and a triangle of stretch fabric at the cuffs, which all are very functional It is definitely not bomb-proof due to its lightweight nature though, so no bushwacking. Overall an outstanding parka.

This is my favorite layering piece on the planet. I wear it instead of my fleece 90% of the time. It is incredibly warm, warmer then fleece. It doesn't have the bulk of fleece so it is easier to pack and it is not restrictive in the arms like fleece. The outer shell is lightly water resistant. It weighs nothing and comes with its own stuff sack...it is always in my pack or on my back! Love it, love it! Trying out the pants next!