Gear Review
Marmot Tamarack Jacket - Men's
OK Jacket - not for mountaineering
By Weston
Ranked #2268 - Men's Technical Shells
March 18, 2009
If you plan on doing any mixed climbing or mountaineering with this jacket, don't bother. Contrary to the description this was recommended to me as a mountaineering jacket and the weight and lack of breathability definitely were detractors to some of the positives of this jacket. The waterproofing was very good, as mine survived sixteen hours of straight climbing in the snow at Lassen Peak, but the breathability caused me to remain cold (even with a good base and insulating layer). I could definitely see this being a good ski jacket, and the hood is awesome on this thing, made me reluctant to trade it in for the Patagonia shell I have now.
View Details: Marmot Tamarack Jacket - Men's
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [membrane/laminate] MemBrain10 2L; [shell] nylon; [lining] polyester WR
- Fabric Waterproof Rating:
- 20,000 mm
- Fabric Breathability Rating:
- 25,000 g/mē
- Hood:
- yes, removable
- Fit:
- Angel-Wing Movement
- Center Back Length:
- 29 in
- Venting:
- underarm zips
- Powder Skirt:
- yes
- Pockets:
- (external) 2 zippered handwarmer, 1 chest zippered water-resistant, 1 sleeve zippered water-resistant, (internal) 1 mesh storage
- Seams:
- fully taped
- Liner-Compatible:
- yes, Zippin
- Weight:
- 2 lb 1.8 oz
- Recommended Use:
- skiing, touring, alpine climbing, storm shell
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
Change me.