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Mountain Hardwear Xenon Jacket - Men's

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Hey guys, I am looking for a hardshell that i can use on a...

By Ranked #2127 - Men's Technical Shells April 20, 2009

Hey guys,
I am looking for a hardshell that i can use on a X-country road-trip in June and July. What is the temperature range a person can wear this jacket - specifically the highpoint. If i had a T-shift on and it started to pour, could i throw the Xenon jacket on in 70 degree Fahrenheit (85 degree?) weather.

Thanks in advance,
E

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By Ranked #1031 - Men's Technical Shells April 28, 2009

I don't know about 85 degrees but it should be fine with a light t-shirt (don't wear cotton!) to 70 degrees. I have gone running in the pouring rain in this jacket and it didn't get sweaty but that was in the 50 degree range at the time. If you want something for 85 degrees maybe try the Mountain Hardwear Cohesion Jacket? I have one of them that I take for summer backpacking. Extremely light and good waterproof shell. Hope that helps.

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By Backcountry.com Vendor Rep Ranked #4 - Men's Technical Shells April 22, 2009

Just an FYI... the Xenon is made with the Paclite Laminate from GoreTex. Cheers!

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By Ranked #2127 - Men's Technical Shells April 20, 2009

Awesome! thanks for the info. psyched to get it. E

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By Ranked #1417 - Men's Technical Shells April 20, 2009

if you want something that packs smaller and weighs less look for a coat with gore-tex paclite it will work better for hotter weather but still offer protection from the elements and have breathability. look at the Outdoor Research Foray, i have one of these and its awesome!

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Tech Specs:

Material:
Gore-Tex Performance Shell 
Waterproof Rating:
Guaranteed 
Breathable Rating:
Guaranteed 
Core Venting:
Underarm zips 
Pockets:
2 Hand, 1 inner zip 
Seam Taped:
Welded seams with critical micro-taping 
Powder Skirt:
No 
Hood:
Yes, stowable 
Zip-in Compatibility:
No 
Weight:
1lb 3oz (539g) 
Recommended Use:
Alpine climbing, mountaineering, backcountry skiing 
Manufacturer Warranty:
Lifetime 
Country of Origin:
China 
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