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Marmot Minimalist Jacket - Women's
How does this jacket compare to the Crystalline? I love how thin...
By Kelli Moyer
Ranked #539 - Women's Rain Jackets
March 18, 2010
How does this jacket compare to the Crystalline? I love how thin the Crystalline is and this one looks heavier. I need breathability. Thanks.
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Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By J. Troxell
Ranked #490 - Women's Rain Jackets
March 19, 2010
If breathability is the highest priority for you, I would seriously look at a jacket made with eVent. Westcomb and Rab both make great options. I just haven't found anything that is comparable to eVent and still waterproof. If you can sacrifice absolute waterproofness you might consider a lightweight softshell jacket which will provide even better breathability. The Spectre LT jacket by Westcomb weighs in at 11 oz (per their website) and the Momentum jacket from Rab weighs in at 12 oz.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By EliseGuruess
March 18, 2010
The Crystalline weighs in at 6.5oz this lil puppy is nearly 15. So yes it will be much heavier. Definitely designed for more aggressive wet weather. The pit-zips will help with the ventilation, but this isn't nearly as light as the Crystalline.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- Gore-Tex Paclite
- Fabric Waterproof Rating:
- guaranteed waterproof
- Fabric Breathability Rating:
- guaranteed breathable
- Fit:
- women-specific
- Pockets:
- 2 front
- Seams:
- fully taped
- Venting:
- underarm zips
- Hood:
- yes
- Weight:
- 14.4 oz
- Recommended Use:
- rainy-weather stuff
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 year
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