Marmot Minimalist Jacket

Avg. Weight:	14 ozs / 397 g
Breathable Rating:	Gore-Tex guaranteed breathable
Core Venting:	Pitzips
Country of Origin:	China
GORE-TEX Paclite:	Guaranteed to Keep You Dry
Hood:	Yes
Lining:	Unlined
Main Material:	Drift 3.6 oz 100% Polyester GORE-TEX Paclite
Manufacturer Warranty:	Lifetime
Material:	Gore-Tex PacLite
Materials:	GORE-TEX Paclite100% Polyester 3.6 oz/yd
Pockets:	2 Hand, lined with soft fabric
Powder Skirt:	No
Recommended Use:	Lightweight alpine climbing
Removable Hood:	No
Seam Taped:	Yes, fully
Waterproof Rating:	Gore-Tex guaranteed dry
Weight:	0lb 15oz (425g)
Zip-in Compatibility:	No

Dry 'n Lite
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Purchased this coat for a June camping trip (BONAROO!) in Tennessee. This is supposed to be the lightest, best breathing Gore-Tex you can buy, and you won't find it cheaper than this. I was impressed with how well the jacket vented my body heat, but disappointed by the liner that accomplished this. The liner is rubber-like so it doesn't feel good against your skin on a warm, wet night. This forced me to wear a long-sleeve shirt underneath the coat (or have wet forearms), despite it being 65 degrees. The outside of the shell worked perfectly, it beads water like plastic! This is the first piece of Marmot outerwear I have ever owned, but I expect this jacket to last for many years. I trust Marmot because pro-guides trust Marmot. I ski 30 days a years at the resorts in Summit County, CO and I see as many outdoor professionals wearing Marmot as The North Face or any other brand. I can't promise it will last forever, but it's dry, cool, and light.
joelskiesc2168668 at Backcountry.com on 06/27/2008
I love this jacket!
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I purchased it a size larger than I needed to fit over a couple layers and a down jacket. I purchased an XL and it fits my 6'3" thin, quickly aging 40 year old body almost perfectly. Arms a tiny bit long in XL for me but the hook and loop on the cuffs take care of that. The bottom of the shell almost covers my butt. It has a few hat adjustments that make the hat fit just the way you like it. It is very comfortable and weighs close to nothing. No water or wind was able to penetrate this shell yet. I couldn't be happier with my purchase of this shell.
Richard at Moosejaw (Spring 2010) on 10/15/2009
Awe. Freakin. Some.
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I only wear this tech stuff around town, but the performance still matters. And although I hope to not test the ruggedness of any of it, I do think that my experience can testify to the performance. The fit is great. "Angel-wing movement" arms are a huge deal since I have long monkey arms. Angels love monkeys. This jacket is comfortable enough and breathable enough for me to wear all day with short-sleeved shirts. It is really, really light, but the material hangs like and has the look and feel of a shell rather than a pre-cip material. Simple Gore-Tex goodness.
Philip at Moosejaw (Spring 2010) on 04/03/2009
No frills is a good thing.
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The first thing that made me get this jacket was the fit. I tried it on and it was perfect. It fits great on me without any real layers underneath but I managed to get a light fleece and down sweater under it anyway. Very light and packs down great. I get a little condensation on the seams but other than that the paclite breathes really freak'n well. Nothing fancy but everything just works well. If you want a bombproof shell and don't want to be covered in logos, get this. Seriously, get it.
Reinessa at Moosejaw (Spring 2010) on 04/11/2009
Holds up and functions well, got what your need.
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The pros: everything you need, nothing you don't. If you cut the handle off your toothbrush, then this is your jacket. Worked to 19,000 feet in the Andes, comfy and packs well. The very few drawbacks I noticed were: the hood is a little tight over a mountaineering helmet, the zipper only goes one way so you can't have your jacket zipped up and zip the bottom up out of the way of your belay device, and the two hand warmer pockets are covered by a backpack waist strap. Overall, mad props.
Kieran at Moosejaw (Spring 2010) on 09/21/2009
goretex on the cheap
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Marmot + Goretex = Unstoppable. One of the best jackets I've owned. The breathability can't be beat, it squishes down pretty nicely, and not too much of a rubbery feeling (if any at all.) Angel wings are great cuts, but pockets are too low if you're wearing a pack. I still use it for hiking, camping, but definitely count on it for everyday use. I combined it with my old Flurry (Marmot's budget coat) to make it unstoppable. Not cold, not wet.
billy at Backcountry.com on 11/18/2009
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This is my go-to hard shell for wet conditions. It has always kept me dry. The material is very durable... my jacket has no scratches at all. This jacket doesn't take up too much space and is light weight so I almost always take it with me regardless of the conditions. Marmot, among others, has released newer, lighter waterproof shells lately, but don't rule this jacket out. It's fantastic.
Oliver Nix at Backcountry.com on 11/22/2009
LOVE IT!
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This JCKT is absolutely sound. Compared to VANS-Mountain Gear's-and Northface's comparable/similar purposed JCKTS, this one would be your best bet for the rainy season whether your in or around town or just kicking it with Mother Nature. It looks like it just came out of the GORE-TEX testing facilities raw simplicity, COOL!! I have the BONFIRE, awesome color. Who needs all the bells and whistles? PROTECTION PERFECTION.., PRICELESS!
K Bryan at Moosejaw (Spring 2010) on 04/15/2008
Good for wet conditions
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Took the jacket on a tramping trip in New Zealand in some seriously wet conditions. The jacket held up well and kept me dry (I was the only one in the group to not be wet). Also very light and packs up small. The bottom front pockets are too low and are inaccessible with a pack on.
mei100212037 at Backcountry.com on 12/16/2008
Are You Kidding!!!!
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This thing is the bee's knee's, its better that i could have expected, such a worth while investment, i have no doubt this will be around for many more years to come, I am very happy with this purchase and my entire Moosejaw.com experence.
J. at Moosejaw (Spring 2010) on 06/16/2009

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Marmot Minimalist Jacket Reviews Summary:

Positive Reviews:

Dry 'n Lite

I love this jacket!

Awe. Freakin. Some.

No frills is a good thing.

Holds up and functions well, got what your need.

goretex on the cheap

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LOVE IT!

Good for wet conditions

Are You Kidding!!!!

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