Awesome but very short jacket

By Sneakyracer Ranked #807 - Men's Down Jackets August 10, 2010

Hi, this Jacket is about the perfect down jacket for backpacking BUT it is about 3in too short (in Large). The jacket is warm and light, about as good a balance as you can get at any price in regards to warmth, durability, looks and weight. It has a LOT of loft for its weight.I am 6-2 185lb. About a 40-41 chest. The jacket (in large size) has the perfect sleeve length and the chest size is spot on but its waay too short. I compared it to other jackets I have from Marmot and First Ascent (Eddie Bauer) and the sleeve length were all about equal and the chest size and width comparable (maybe a tad smaller) but the Montbell was 3+in shorter. So if you are about 5-10 and dont have a very long torso this jacket is perfect. If you are taller look into other jackets.The only negative of this jacket is the sizing. If it fits you then this jacket is a must have, a great value.

View Details: MontBell Alpine Light Down Parka - Men's

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