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Outdoor Research Motto Jacket - Men's
Would this be better than the mentor as a backcountry ski jacket/climb...
By yap2458798
Ranked #448 - Men's Softshell Jackets
February 11, 2009
Would this be better than the mentor as a backcountry ski jacket/climb rainier in june or july? Also how windproof is it? Is it like event that is windproof to 60mph or something like that?
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By Ian McCalder
Ranked #4 - Men's Softshell Jackets
February 12, 2009
Hey Yap,The only advantage the Motto has as a ski jacket is the zip-out snow skirt. As for climbing, I've used my Mentor ice climbing and it worked wonderfully. If you're looking for a shell to take rock climbing in the summer, either the Motto or the Mentor would work well enough. The Mentor is considerably lighter than the Motto though. As for windproofing, I have yet to see a jacket that is waterproof (as the Motto claims to be) that is not also windproof. I would feel confident saying this thing will cut the wind as well as the next guy.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [Shell] Ventia softshell; [Lining] fleece
- Waterproof Rating:
- Water-resistant
- Breathable Rating:
- Not specified
- Core Venting:
- No
- Pockets:
- 2 Hand
- Seam Taped:
- No
- Powder Skirt:
- Yes, removable
- Hood:
- Yes, removable
- Zip-in Compatibility:
- No
- Weight:
- 31.2oz (885g)
- Recommended Use:
- Climbing, skiing, snowboarding
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- Albania
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