Marmot Alpinist Jacket

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The Alpinist Jacket is a hard shell jacket made by Marmot. It has an average rating of 4.5 stars (out of 5), based on 11 user reviews.

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From Backcountry.com:
"You really put your equipment and clothes to the test on mountaineering, rock climbing, and backpacking treks, which is why the Marmot Men's Alpinist Jacket is right up your snow-filled, high-altitude alley. The Gore-Tex Pro Shell blocks the elements, and Marmot's Angel-Wing Movement design gives you a full range of arm motion without the torso of this jacket riding up (no more mid-section exposure while you climb). A zip-off powder skirt reduces bulk when you're not waist-deep in the white. Besides the heat-venting pitzips (with water-resistant zippers), the Alpinist boasts laser-drilled pocket backings and hood vents for increased breathability when you're on the move. Pull this shell over your fleece or softshell."

From Massey's:
"FEATURES:Angel-Wing Movement : Designed to Fit Over Fleece or Softshells : DriClime Lined Chin Guard : Elastic Draw Cord Hem : ERG Hood Adjustment System : Gale-force Hood with Laminated Wire Brim : GORE-TEX PRO Shell : Helmet Compatible : Integrated Laser-Drilled Pocket Backing for Enhanced Breathability : Internal Zip Mesh Storage Pocket : Laser Drilled Hood Vents for Increase Ventilation : Laser Drilled Pack Pockets with Water Resistant Zippers : Micro-Stitched and 100% Seam Taped : PitZips with W/R Zippers : Sleeve Pocket with Water-Resistant Zippers : Zip-off Powder SkirtMATERIALS:Main Material:- Moxie N-240 GORE-TEX Pro 3L"

From US Outdoor Store:
"Description of Marmot Alipinst JacketFlagship of our Gore-Tex® Pro Shell line, the Alpinist is engineered to excel in the loftiest, most unforgiving places on earth. It boasts incredibly rugged and breathable fabrics, state-of-the-art three-layer construction, and a ridiculous complement of technical features.Features:GORE-TEX® PRO Shell Gore-Tex PRO ShellMicro-Stitched and 100% Seam Taped for maximum waterproof protectionERG Hood Adjustment SystemIntegrated Laser-Drilled Pocket Backing for Enhanced BreathabilityHelmet CompatibleGale-force Hood with Laminated Wire BrimPitZips™ with Water Resistant Zippers PitZips with W/R ZippersLaser Drilled Pack Pockets™ with Water Resistant Zippers Laser Drilled Pack Pockets with Water Resistant ZippersSleeve Pocket with Water-Resistant Zipper Sleeve Pocket with W/R ZipperZip-off Powder Skirt Allows Removal of Powder Skirt When Not NeededLaser Drilled Hood Vents for Increase VentilationInternal Zip Mesh Storage PocketElast"

From RockCreek:
"The Alpinist Jacket by Marmot is designed to take you on those long excursions in the backcountry that extend for days, where you will meet up with rain, snow, wind and sunshine. Extreme conditions require only the best gear and the Alpinist is made for that job. A fully waterproof/breathable Gore-Tex Pro Shell that is seam taped to ensure absolute protection, with 3 layers that will never feel clammy or icky inside. The integrated laser drilled pocket backing enhances breathability when moving fast, and cool features for the hood allows a helmet to be worn without limiting your vision. All you need to worry about when summiting a mountain is the top, not your gear."

User Reviews

Men's Alpinist Jacket
Reviewed by Chas Arvey, May 16, 2002

"Great jacket. Very heavy and tough. I also purchased a Thunderlight jacket to ski, run and mountain bike in. The Alpinist is a lot of jacket to ski with but should be just right for cold/wet winter hiking in the south. Marmot jackets fit well and seem to be made very well."

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Men's Alpinist Jacket
Reviewed by Tom Durnan, Nov 15, 2001

"The best $500 I have ever spent. I have had mine for seven years, have bought one for my girlfriend, father and brother. The jacket has held up incredibly well, has kept me warm in all climates and will probably last forever. The second it wears out, dissapears etc., I'm getting another one."

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Men's Alpinist Jacket
Reviewed by Sven Magnussen, Nov 21, 1999

"Marmot seems to have mastered the engineering and ergonomics to cut this jacket perfectly, at least for my 5'11" 180 lb frame. Adjustments on the hood, collar, and waist lets it fit like a glove, whether I'm wearing it as a shell, with fleece, polarguard, or down."

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Alpinist Jacket (1997)
Reviewed by an anonymous hiker, Mar 22, 1999

"This would be the jacket to have for full-on winter conditions. The shell is very abrasion resistance, the construction impeccable, and the fit is terrific. Water cannot penetrate this jacket. However, this is not a light jacket, and its weight makes it somewhat inconvenient for hikes/climbs where weight and/or volume are considerations."

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Men's Alpinist Jacket
Reviewed by Kurt Gloeckner, Sep 29, 1998

"The Alpinist Jacket by Marmot is a great go anywhere, do anything jacket. I bought the jacket last summer and haven't had any problems. It has kept me warm in all types of weather east and west, ranging from rain storms to blizzard type conditions."

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Men's Alpinist Jacket
Reviewed by Arno Granados, Apr 22, 1998

"I bought the jacket two years ago on sale at an EMS store. It normally retails for substanially more, and I don't know that I would have bought it at full price--however, if you want a bombproof winter alpine shell, it's worth full price! I've used it for xc skiing, and mountaineering in the Rockies."

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Alpinist Jacket
Reviewed by an anonymous hiker, Mar 23, 1997

"Waterproof, wind resistant, tough, stylish -- of course. The drawcord in the collar, the incredible fitting hood, the flash pocket, and the fact that it's not a part of the North Face Designer line of fashion are the win-me-overs. Only peeve: No hand warmer pockets and slightly starchy feel."

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Men's Alpinist Jacket
Reviewed by jerrykloby@..., Feb 09, 1997

"I've had my Alpinist for about five years and it is definitely a top quality shell. It has proven to be very durable (except for the velcro on the very handy flash pocket). The lycra fit hood is a bit odd but functional. It has always kept me dry even after numerous consecutive days in the rain in the Cascades."

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Alpinist Jacket
Reviewed by an anonymous hiker, Jan 16, 1997

"This is a decent jacket, I like it as much as the North Face jackets that I have previously owned. It is a little pricey if you can not find it on sale, and it is a little heavy. I think I could have done better with a Moonstone or Mountain Hardwear jacket, but none of these brands were on sale. I guess as long as I don't freeze to death, the jacket is doing its job."

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Alpinist Jacket
Reviewed by breone@..., Dec 04, 1996

"This shell is amazing. It is so breathable that I put it on after my shirt was already soaked, and my shirt dried underneath it as I hiked. It fits great, and I haven't been able to rip it yet."

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Alpinist Jacket
Reviewed by an anonymous hiker, Oct 15, 1996

"An excellent shell. It lives up to all my expectations for a shell. Pit-zips, rain gutters for the zippers, flash pociet, etc. It is impossible to get rain inside this shell. Has enough room for a fleece jacket underneath and still gives freedom to move. A very expensive coat but you get what you pay for."

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