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Patagonia Stretch Ascent Jacket - Men's
How does the Patagonia Stretch Ascent Jacket (women's) compare...
By Erica Fine
Ranked #2078 - Men's Technical Shells
May 11, 2010
How does the Patagonia Stretch Ascent Jacket (women's) compare to Mountain Hardware's Typhoon or Lyra jackets? I'm looking for a solid rain jacket for backpacking and wet snow conditions.
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Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Babak Sakaki
Ranked #22 - Men's Technical Shells
June 3, 2010
Stretch Ascent is going to have more stretch, and a slightly different cut (more roomy) than the MHW. Also, the material is different (GTX Paclite vs H2NO). In my extensive experience with both materials, both are just as waterproof, yet I found that the Paclite breathes better (for me). For me the Stretch Ascent will be more comfy (stretch), has an internal pocket (a must have) and is cut slightly longer. Don't get me wrong, my dedicated rain/techinical shell remains my MHW Xenon (now Amalgam), but for something a bit less technical, the Stretch Ascent is the bomb-diggity. Either way, I don't think you can go wrong. Just see which fits best in the arms, torso and hood.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 100% recycled 2.5-layer polyester
- Fabric Waterproof Rating:
- not specified
- Fabric Breathability Rating:
- not specified
- Fit:
- slim
- Venting:
- pit-zips
- Powder Skirt:
- no
- Pockets:
- 2 front, 1 internal
- Seams:
- fully taped
- Hood:
- yes, stowable
- Weight:
- 1 lb
- Recommended Use:
- alpine climbing, technical travel, cold and wet weather
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
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