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Mountain Hardwear Xenon Jacket - Men's
I am looking at the MH Pinnacle and MH Xenon jacket. Is one more...
By DiggerSmalls
Ranked #195 - Men's Technical Shells
December 3, 2008
I am looking at the MH Pinnacle and MH Xenon jacket. Is one more breatheable or waterproof than the other? They are similar in weight, price and style. The Xenon has goretex and the Pinnacle is proprietary MH. Anyone have any suggestions? Also, is one more durable than the other?
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By Jon Webb
Ranked #1 - Men's Technical Shells
December 5, 2008
A few more details, the Xenon is made with the Paclite laminate from Gore with a heavier face fabric for durability. It is sewn and taped in a traditional manner. It is a great jacket and what makes it unique is the combo of the paclite laminate and the heavier face fabric which provides exceptional breathability and duarabilty at the same time. The Pinnacle is a whole different animal. The Pinnacle Jacket is WELDED together using Mountain Hardwear's patented Z-Weld technology (which is a way of gluing a jacket together without the use of tape.) Z-welds are completely waterproof and stretchy. The shoulder panels on the Pinnacle are made with a Conduit stretch twill fabric which is really unique. So, the Pinnacle represents huge innovation in the way jackets are made: it is stretchy, welded together, is waterproof and breathable! And to answer your question more specifically.. I think you would find they are similar in durability. Hope this info helps with your decision.
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- Gore-Tex Performance Shell
- Waterproof Rating:
- Guaranteed
- Breathable Rating:
- Guaranteed
- Core Venting:
- Underarm zips
- Pockets:
- 2 Hand, 1 inner zip
- Seam Taped:
- Welded seams with critical micro-taping
- Powder Skirt:
- No
- Hood:
- Yes, stowable
- Zip-in Compatibility:
- No
- Weight:
- 1lb 3oz (539g)
- Recommended Use:
- Alpine climbing, mountaineering, backcountry skiing
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- China
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