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Columbia Peak 2 Peak Jacket - Men's
How does it compare to the ArcTeryx Beta AR and The North Face...
By rum4145472
Ranked #71 - Men's Technical Shells
November 5, 2011
How does it compare to the ArcTeryx Beta AR and The North Face Mountain Guide Jacket
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By Jeff Kendall
Ranked #21 - Men's Technical Shells
November 11, 2011
The way i discuss breathability in clinics to simplify it is this way: breathability should not imply a straight shot through a membrane. the OmniDry Membrane is 70% lighter than the big name membrane and everyt bit as waterproof. the breathability is unparalleled and does not contain EPTFE-- a material that will never decompose. I use this as a travel jacket into cold for a windbreaker and a rain jacket as well
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By SKOL
Ranked #83 - Men's Technical Shells
November 5, 2011
My wife has a Beta AR and I have an Alpha SV. I've never worn the Columbia Peak 2 Peak, but generally speaking, I find that Arcteryx products are far and above TNF and Columbia, particularly on the durability side. This new Columbia membrane, however, seems like the cat's meow. The one question I would have is, how does this shell block wind? I know that some of the more breathable membranes do not block gales quite as well as Goretex Pro Shell. If you're using this for any mountaineering, that could be an issue.
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [shell] 100%
- Insulation:
- no
- Fabric Waterproof Rating:
- 20 K
- Fabric Breathability Rating:
- 15000 g
- Hood:
- yes, full-time, yes, adjustable
- Fit:
- active
- Center Back Length:
- 30 in
- Venting:
- underarm zips
- Powder Skirt:
- no
- Pockets:
- 2 front, 1 sleeve
- Seams:
- fully taped
- Wrist Gaiters:
- no
- Weight:
- 14 oz
- Recommended Use:
- skiing, hiking, backpacking, climbing
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