Gear Review
Most versatile layer!
By aks2436662
Ranked #1017 - Men's Synthetic Insulation Jackets
December 9, 2008
I work at a high-end gear shop in AK, so I see a lot of technologies come through, but this is one of the best layers I have encountered. I carried one of these on my 2 week backpacking adventure through the Brooks range, and used this thing constantly. We get really mixed weather in the Brooks in the summer, everything from snow flurries to 70's and still. This jacket lived in the top pocket of my pack. I put it on for wind, light precip, snow, and rest stops on chilly summits. I use it as a major part of my winter layering system too. Excellent ice climbing belay jacket, backcountry skiing layer, and all-around insulating layer. It doesn't weigh anything, packs into the top pocket of my pack, blocks the wind, holds the body heat right next to you, and dries in minutes. pure magic!
View Details: MontBell Ultralight Thermawrap Insulation Jacket - Men's
Helpful Votes: 3 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [shell] nylon (Ballistic Airtight, 12D), Polkatex DWR coating
- Insulation:
- Exceloft
- Fabric Waterproof Rating:
- water-resistant
- Hood:
- no
- Fit:
- regular
- Length:
- hip
- Venting:
- full-length front zipper
- Powder Skirt:
- no
- Pockets:
- 2 hand-warmer
- Weight:
- 8.8 oz
- Recommended Use:
- layering, skiing, climbing
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
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