Gear Review
Mountain Hardwear Nemesis Softshell Jacket - Men's
Best fitting/looking water-resistant fleece jacket yet
By Esoteric
Ranked #48 - Men's Softshell Jackets
August 31, 2009
The selling points of this fleece jacket are the Fit and Water resistance. This jacket is NOT windproof nor is it designed for deluges (look for Windstopper Tech by MHW, Patagonia R4, NTF Windwalls or Sentinel jackets if you don't already own a highly technical fleece jacket for windy/blistering cold). You can't have one jacket that does it all, and this Nemesis jacket is designed to give you warmth and water-shedding abilities during those unexpected light showers (NanoSphere shell on shoulders and arms where rain hits with most impact) in the ~50 degree range. It is also a great jacket for around the town, as it looks great, and the fit is perfect. Other technical fleeces I own are windproof/waterproof but they also have long monkey arms, high placed pockets, looser fit for layering (which are all essential in their own rights). I'd highly recommend this Nemesis for the everyday use around town / short hikes, because did I mention that it is the best looking/fitting fleece jacket I own.
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Helpful Votes: 1 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [Shell] 96% Nylon, 4% elastane; [Lining] polyester knit fleece
- Waterproof Rating:
- Water-resistant
- Core Venting:
- No, naturally breathable
- Pockets:
- 2 Hand, 1 chest
- Seam Taped:
- No
- Powder Skirt:
- No
- Hood:
- No
- Zip-in Compatibility:
- No
- Weight:
- 1lb 6oz (638g)
- Recommended Use:
- Cold-weather hiking, biking, Nordic skiing, mid-layer
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- China
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