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Patagonia Ascensionist Softshell Jacket - Men's
Anyone have more fabric details on the ascensionist? Can someone...
By Le Coq
Ranked #2915 - Men's Softshell Jackets
February 23, 2010
Anyone have more fabric details on the ascensionist? Can someone please compare this piece to Schoeller Dryskin Extreme 3DRY? Also Polartec Powershield? Looking for info esp on wind resistance from the ascensionist, as I find my dryskin jacket to breathe too well when the wind picks up. Thanks!
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By Sam Atkins
Ranked #1381 - Men's Softshell Jackets
March 8, 2010
The Ascensionist is thick polyester coated with Deluge DWR for wind and weather protection as well as water resistance. The result is a fabric slightly heavier than the Schoeller Dryskin(which I have borrowed for a day of skiing, and also found it to be a bit breezy), which would provide more insulation against air movement. It would be comparable to the Polartec Powershield (I have used both) and I don't believe there is a tangible difference in practicality for either fabric. One thing to consider may be the new Powershield Pro fabric introduced at the Outdoor Retailer's Trade show this year which may be an impressive leap forward in weather resistant soft shell fabrics.
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By Ty Nelson
Ranked #16 - Men's Softshell Jackets
March 4, 2010
I can't speak much to the other two fabrics, but I've spent a lot of time skiing in the Ascensionist soft shell and I find it to do really well blocking the wind, no complaints at all.
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [Shell] 100% polyester double-weave
- Waterproof Rating:
- Water resistant
- Core Venting:
- No
- Pockets:
- 2 Front, 2 internal
- Seam Taped:
- No. glued seams
- Powder Skirt:
- No
- Hood:
- Yes
- Zip-in Compatibility:
- No
- Weight:
- 19.2oz (544g)
- Recommended Use:
- Alpine climbing, mountaineering, ice climbing
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- China
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