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Mountain Hardwear Sub Zero SL Hooded Down Jacket - Men's
Going to Nepal in April 2011 for a climb of Island Peak (6189m)....
By Conor R.
Ranked #2024 - Men's Down Jackets
September 29, 2010
Going to Nepal in April 2011 for a climb of Island Peak (6189m). It will be my first time in the Himalayas. I typically run pretty warm when climbing in the Canadian Rockies, though I know that altitude makes one feel much cooler than lower elevations.
Would the MHW Sub Zero SL Hooded jacket be appropriate for this type of altitude?
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Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Jon Webb
Ranked #7 - Men's Down Jackets
September 29, 2010
Conor R. In my opinion it would be perfect for your trek to Island Peak. I doubt you would be wearing the jacket when you are climbing but when stopped or hanging out around tea houses in the Khumbu you will be psyched to have this jacket. If you want a jacket that is more packable I would look towards the Phantom Jacket from Mountain Hardwear. It is made with slightly lighter fabric, does NOT have the Conduit SL laminate (so less weather resistant), it does not have a hood but it packs down to almost nothing which is nice when traveling. Either way, you will be warm! Also, my girlfriend took exactly this jacket to the Everest region this past spring. She did not climb Island Peak but still climbed to over 18,000 ft. crossing a couple of the high passes in the region and the jacket worked perfectly. I hope all this info helps!
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [shell] Conduit SL, [lining] Nylon taffeta, [insulation] goose down
- Down Fill:
- 650
- Center Back Lenth:
- 29.5in [M]
- Hood:
- Yes
- Pockets:
- 2 fleece-lined hand, 1 interior stash, 1 chest zip
- Waterproof:
- Super water-resistant
- Recommended Use:
- Backcountry, alpine climbing, general winter wear
- Warranty:
- Lifetime (manufacturer defect)
- Country of Origin:
- China
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