Mountain Hardwear Monkey Man Fleece Jacket - Men's

I don't know if I got a dud but mine is not particularly soft. I've felt one in the store and it was definitely softer than mine. My only other complaints are that over time the fur gets matted easily and doesn't seem to regain it's fluff no matter what you do, and the cuffs pill badly almost immediately. That said, it is warm (unless it's windy) and comfortable to move around in. I don't regret buying it, but after having it for a year I don't think it's really worth the full retail price.

Wore it climbing in the Needles and it works great over a T-shirt...form fitting so it doesn't get in your way up the rock. I found the size to be accurate if you have an "athletic" build. Not very windproof, but otherwise extremely warm. One guy said it looked like I skinned a Teddy Bear to make a jacket!!

Money see monkey do yeaahhhh. This fleece is incredibly warm for the weight. The fleece is beyond comfy and works great for warmth and then also as a backcountry pillow. The thumb gussets are great too with a stretchy material over the cuff to it makes a glove cuff fit over it much easier. It fits true to size with a relaxed fit. I am 220 lbs and take the xl.

I bought this jacket for my boyfriend using the sizing chart for this jacket...it was way too tight on him so I had to send it back for a larger size. I'm disappointed that, not only is the sizing chart inaccurate, but I had to pay for the shipping to return it for a different size! BUY A SIZE LARGER THAN YOU THINK! you're going to be layering clothing under this jacket, don't forget that!

I agree with all of the others when they say it is the softest jacket they have ever felt and it is! Although the fit is what did not work for me. I am 6'1" 220lbs and a XL with usually fit me well, although the XL in the Monkey Man jacket was tight, especially around the arm pits and chest area. I see others have complained about this also. I up sized it to a XXL and the arm pits fit well, but everything else was way too big and I was looking for a mid layer to go under my shell. Unfortunately I had to return the XXL and I am still searching for the right mid layer. I loved the jacket, the warmth and breathability, it would make for a great mid layer if it would fit, VERY disappointed!!

I purchased this jacket (in saphire because it's on sale) to replace a 13-year-old Mountain Hardwear "Chill" fleece jacket that is probably my favorite jacket of all time. The monkey fleece is every bit as warm as I had hoped, it kept me toasty late-nite on a camping trip at 8,000ft. elevation this week. I don't think the monkey jacket will be as durable (no abrasion patches to protect fleece at shoulders, cuffs or elbows) as traditional fleece, but I think it is even warmer as a middle layer under a shell. I wouldn't recommend as an everyday 3-season jacket, but it is unbeatable for warmth/weight as an insulation layer. Bottom line: super comfortable, warm, light-weight, and chicks will want to pet you! Order a size big, runs small.

I got this not being sure what to expect. It's awesome. Very warm, it seems to hold up very well even in a strong breeze. Given the light weight and warmth factor, a must have for anyone who wants to spend time in anything other than perfect weather. It was a little tight in the armpits and across the chest, but otherwise I have no gripes with it. I haven't had it long enough to determine durability, but it seems to be very well made.

I love my monkey man jacket! It's incredibly soft and fuzzy - people will be asking to pet you everywhere you go. The long-fiber fleece makes the jacket stand out from the crowd and functionally it adds greatly to the warmth of the jacket without adding much weight. I've also found that the jacket compresses quite nicely in a compression sack making it great for backpacking trips. As stated in the product description, this jacket has absolutely no wind-proofing. The plus side to this is that it's extremely breathable and great for layering under a shell on windier days - the main reason I purchased the piece. My only other gripe is that the long fiber fleece gets matted in places of wear, especially under the elbows where I am often leaning on things. The fleece fluffs back out after being washed, it just looks a little funny when it's matted down. All in all, the monkey man is a great piece and is available at a price that won't break your bank. As long as you have a shell to throw over it or a separate jacket altogether for windy days, I'd highly recommend picking one up!

This is my favorite of all the many jackets I own. My wife kept stealing it so much I had to buy her one of her own. The jacket is great in that when it's cold it insulates but it's not stuffy at all when it warms up making it excellent for everything from hiking to wearing in town to see a movie. It's also great looking. Be warned it has no, zip, zero, nil wind resistance so if it's going to be even a little windy grab a shell on your way out the door. For me the fit is absolutely perfect (6'0 170lbs, size L monkey man).

Awesome fleece. Very comfy. Very Warm. Fit is also really good no bulky clothes under though; it's warm enough not to need them, but snug in the arms w/ longsleeves. The coat gets alot of attention, my first one was stolen the only time I wore it out and about.

I loved the Monkey Man Fleece, but the armpits were too small and I do not have overly huge upper arms. The small was a great fit in length and waist, but the armpits way too small. I then ordered a medium and was again frustrated with the small arm openings. The fit of the medium was much larger than the small, plus the waist was too big (too bad it does not have a draw cord). Overall, I loved the feel and the look, but both were returned and I opted an Arcteryx fleece and I am happy. It would be great if Mountain Hardware would redesign the Monkey Man with a little more room in the pits! Also, big thanks to the staff at this site; they made returns a breeze and are very helpful. Thanks again!

I bought this fleece and tried it out after reading many good reviews of this product. After trying out, there were too many negitives of this product that caused me to return it. The fit was very form fitting but very tight in places like under the armpits and around the neck. The medium was definantly not the same medium fit as the other products of Mt. hardware. I actually went to another store to try and another medium and IT was different and LESS tight but still uncomfortable. I also tried a large but it was too long all around(5'6" 155lbs.)The material WAS soooo soft but it is not durable. I was alway checking my elbows after resting on a table to see if I had worn away the material. After teaching snowboard lessons in 4 hours rain, my Backcountry shift soft shell(great product) finally soaked through and wet the monkey man fleece and although uncomfortable I was still warm. In between lessons I changed to my Arcteryx Sidewinder Goretex jacket and the warmth came back alive and actually dried by the end of my 10 hour day. After I got home the fleece matted together and looked like a wet dog even when dry and would not separate apart. I didn't want to look like a wet monkey so I returned it and preformd a very easy exchange for a Pantagonia R2. I really like the R2, although it is not as warm as my monkey. Maybe the R3 will be closer to the warmth? I also miss the Extra large pockets on the monkey.

I'm usually cold as a stiff when temp sinks below zero (C)but with this animal I'm totally happy. Plus is looks cool.

Sized about 1 full size too small so if you are ordering it, order one size up. Too bad there is no 3xl or that the fleece isn't sized accurately as it is a very cool jacket. Not as thick as my Denali. Guess I'm keeping my North Face.

I love this jacket. (the ladies love it too.) Very warm, stylish, it is legit. Not to mention it feels awesome. The wind does tend to cut right through it though :(

I love this jacket. I was told by this site's guru's when I bought his online that it would be super warm. Were they ever right! I wore this on my trip to Newfoundland with a shell over top and it was awesome. I was super warm. Well worth every penny. Oh and the women love how soft it is!

Well, I have been burned by MH's sizing before (I'm 6'0"/165 lbs and it's all cut too short for me in the torso), but with rave reviews and the closeout on last year's model going on, I gave it one more shot. Boy, am I glad that I did! The jacket has a distinctive look with the "monkey phur" that may put some off. However, it is incredibly warm! Also, the warmth-to-weight ratio is great, this thing is so light and fits the body so well I forget that I'm wearing it; it stretches in all the right places. One thing: the cuffs are made with stretch material, and don't seem very durable...but only time will tell. As far as the sizing goes, I always go with Medium from TNF, Patagonia, and Marmot, but I got a Large here. Fits like a dream!!

I originally thought this jacket might be too froo-froo for me, but after trying it on and wearing it for a few days, it has migrated to the front & center. It is a nice balance of warmth, comfort and weight, plus it works well on its own or as a layer.

Bought this jacket as a base layer and for its unique look. Paired with a solid hard shell, I found myself cracking my pitzips in low-20 degree temps. For retaining heat and looking good during apres skiing this jacket is tough to beat. Don't expect this jacket to keep you dry in the rain or dry quickly, but I knew that before buying it. My main drawback is the fit; I'm a medium in almost everything that I wear at 5'10'' 165, but found the tight-fitting medium made me look like tough guy and I had to return it for a large. Try one on before ordering online

Amazing. super light and warm. doesn't protect you from the wind very well, but paired with a shell, it works super well. BUY IT!

The jacket material felt great and it really did keep me warm but the sizing is not consistent with other Mountain Hardwear products. I have the Windstopper jacket, and a large fits me perfectly (I am 6 feet 190 pounds) but the Monkey Man jacket large was a bit too small in the shoulders and chest. If you are ordering and are on the fence between sizes you should consider getting a size larger.

Not as crazy about this jacket. Was a bit disappointed!

Honestly, I can't say enough good things about this jacket. Don't disregard it just because it's not windproof. This Jacket does an awesome job of blocking out the wind on its own. I ski a lot. With a shell, It does an amazing job of keeping me warm, but not hot. It breathes just as I had hoped. I have found that I can wear this all day on the slopes if i wanted to, even at night when it dips below freezing. The length of the jacket is spot on. I am a Medium, and it hangs below the belt and it fits right to my waist. not so tight that it bunches with i move, but its not all loose and flowing either. Not to short, but not too long. The sleeves are also perfect. the cuffs are stretch, and i like that. I live on a college campus and it's great for walks in between classes in the middle of winter. The fuzziness does take its liking to falling snow, but it dries really quick and you can't feel any moisture. But It is sooo soft. I really love getting into it every morning. The only thing I am worried about is the Phyur getting matted..but seriously, it doesn't matter. You cannot go wrong with this jacket. The picture really doesn't do justice. This jacket looks and feels amazing.10X better than any other fleece. I had a dream where I was wearing snowpants made out of monkey phyur. People called me monkey butt. Now THAT is an idea.

This is hands-down the best fleece I've owned. I bought it as a thick mid layer to brave the nasty days on the mountain and it is perfect. Honestly, the only complaint right now is it can be too warm when skiing. I don't wear it under my shell if the temp is higher than 20 - that turns out to be a sweatfest despite how breathable it is. Also, if you don't take it off and wear it indoors it will sneak up on you... then all of a sudden you're tearing it off in a full-on heat flash. Another reason I got this one is because I was sick and tired of every "normal" fleece looking good for 2 months, then getting that pilled look. No worries here - the fabric just does it's own thing and looks great.

This jacket is so soft and surprisingly warm. Only complaint is the tight fit in the underarm area. Very tough to wear a long sleeve shirt under or a few layers. Very athletic fit, i took a medium and i am 5'10" 145. Otherwise this jacket is amazing.

The jacket is very comfortable and the soft, fluffy fleece makes you want to take it to bed with you. So far,very good insulator by itself in a strong wind and cold weather, but even better with a shell. One thing I didn't like was when wearing a shoulder strap seatbelt, it leaves a smashed fleece line across the jacket where the belt was contacting the jacket. I only climbed a couple of small trees while wearing the jacket and didn't have a craving for bananas. Go figure.

This jacket rules! Super warm. Super Soft. Very versatile. Great for the mid-layer fleece and/or lounging around the cabin.

This jacket is awesome - sooooo soft. Only con I can see is that it does not block cold wind, but you can easily add a shell for maximum performance. I assure you that you will be the 'rage' when folks see you wearing this jacket coz it looks GREAT. Also, follow everyone else's advice (and mine now) and size up 1 size. I am typically an XL, but I ordered XXL due to the aforementioned comments, and I am glad I did - it fits perfectly.

This jacket is probably the warmest jacket I own! I wore it today and it was 20 degrees and it kept me very toasty. A lot of my friends thought it was very soft. LOL. great for on the go travel jsut throw it on and you get warm quickly.

This jacket is amazing, but be warned if you wear it inside it feels like there is a heater inside. The jacket does great on cool to even cold days with no wind. Its my only real coat up at school and it can get to bellow zero. With an added hoody it still gets the job done. However its not a wind breaker. Cold air goes through this jacket like it is it's job. The fit and cut are comfortable. (and I'm a little squishy in the middle). Its super light and can be squished down to an ittybitty little size (for a jacket) if you wana stow it in a pack. I have had the jacket for about a year now and it has held up fairly well. The jacket is still very warm and most of the fleece is still as fleecey as the day I got it. I highly recommend it.

Never in my life have I owned a better fleece! This is by far my favorite jacket to throw on when its cold outside. Its got great style and looks. The fuzziness of the jacket attracts a lot of questions regarding its warmth and comfort...It keeps me nice and toasty without being the least bit irritating, and its like a magnet for girls to cuddle up with you.

My computer screen made this jacket look fairly blue with some light purple. When I received it I can only describe the Sapphire color as Grape Smuckers jelly, Barney the dinosaur, purple. You may like that color but it's not for me. Great jacket, nice fleece and good quality. Just wanted to let everyone know about this particular color.

Great coat, but the sizing chart is not accurate. I ordered the large (as indicated from the sizing chart, i'm usually a 42). ORDER one size LARGER than you need! Cheers.

The Monkey Man jacket has become one of my favorite items to wear while outside, and that means everything outside of my house! I started to wear the jacket just on backpacking and climbing trips and now I hardly want to wear anything else. Incredibly warm, holds quite a bit of wind and even a bit of rain. Looking forward to test it during the winter. The chest pocket holds cellphone and other things you wanna have close to you and the other pockets hold your hands warm. All in all - great Jacket!!!

Awesome jacket, super warm, light, and really breathable. it makes you feel like a teddy bear!