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MontBell Ultralight Down Parka - Men's
I'm hiking the Pacific Crest Trail next year and am looking...
By Dave P
Ranked #1556 - Men's Down Jackets
November 12, 2008
I'm hiking the Pacific Crest Trail next year and am looking for the right insulating layer to bring along, mostly for wearing in camp and maybe while hiking during the coldest evenings. The trail will put me in the High Sierra in June, Northern California in July, Oregon in August, and Washington sometime in September. So my question for anyone familiar with the trail or with these areas is do you think this jacket is a good choice? Should I be looking at something warmer? Do you think the hood is unnecessary and I'd be better off getting the version without the hood to shed a couple ounces? Thanks!
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By robert shattuck
Ranked #91 - Men's Down Jackets
November 12, 2008
Dave. first off, go with the hoody. this jacket is so light, you'll never notice THE HOOD and if you're actually trying to do an ultra-light thing––this is the jacket for the PCT in the summer months––you can wear the jacket and the hoody, in your bag–-assuming you might have a light bag and therefore need all the heat you can get. double duty. I've done the JMT 8 times now since 96, usually in the late summer, august/sept and never needed the monster down jackets I brought. I'd wear them usually in the morning and evening. The Montbell, even though I've not had it out there yet, knowing what I know––the Montbell U.L. ought to be more than enough to keep you warm. I write the post, "AM I IN HEAVEN" and that's this jacket. for the weight alone, you'll be very pleased. I just want to WARN YOU though––I'd keep an eye on it, when you are not wearing it and it is out of the pack––this jacket might just blow away with the slightest breeze. Enjoy the PCT
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 15D Ballistic Airlight ripstop nylon
- Insulation:
- 800-Fill down
- Hood:
- Yes
- Pockets:
- 2 Front
- Waterproof:
- Water-resistant
- Core Venting:
- No
- Weight:
- [Size M] 7.4oz (230g)
- Recommended Use:
- Compact winter insulation, backcountry layering, fastpacking
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- China
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