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Patagonia Stretch Element Jacket - Men's

Item #PAT1259 | 29 in Stock
2 Star Rating

The Alternative

By Ranked #1500 - Men's Technical Shells October 28, 2005

Although I'm a big Arc’teryx fans, I find that this jacket is a great alternative. The stretch material and the perfect cut make it more than just comfortable. The weight is almost negligible and the new seam technology is worth a closer look. The only minus is that the hood is not as perfectly adjustable as an Arc’teryx one, although it will fit over a helmet very well. Without a helmet it seems to be a little too big in spite of many adjust options. All in all it’s a very nice piece of equipment for a good and safe feeling in the outdoors.

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Tech Specs:

Material:
3-Layer stretch-woven nylon, H2No barrier & DWR finish 
Waterproof Rating:
Not specified 
Breathable Rating:
Not specified 
Core Venting:
Underarm zips 
Pockets:
2 Front, 1 chest, 2 drop-in interior 
Seam Taped:
Flexible tape seams 
Powder Skirt:
No 
Hood:
Yes 
Zip-in Compatibility:
No 
Weight:
19oz (550g) 
Recommended Use:
Alpine climbing, ice climbing, backcountry skiing 
Manufacturer Warranty:
Lifetime 
Country of Origin:
China 

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