User Review: Marmot DriClime Jacket

Marmot DriClime Jacket
Above: The current DriClime Jacket, which may differ slightly from the version reviewed.

Reviewed April 16, 2008 by jrmacdi

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Price Paid: $78

This is my bicycle commuting jacket, in addition to hiking wear. Breathes pretty well, the Driclime-lined interior is comfortable against bare skin, the shell blocks the wind perfectly, which contributes to the fact that it is plenty warm over a dress shirt on 45 degree, breezy San Francisco mornings or standing atop Twin Peaks in what would otherwise be bone-chilling 20 mph gusts. Haven't had a chance to test its water-repellency yet.

Fits well as a mid- or base layer under a my Oracle or Arcteryx Epsilon AR Jacket. Loose enough fit in the large (I fall right on the line between medium and large sizing guidelines, so I opt for the large) to fit comfortably over a 200 weight fleece for cold, dry temps when not moving. I chose this over the more expensive Marmot Catalyst and the less expensive Marmot Original Windshirt because it has hand pockets, though the chest pocket on all three is ample. I just like pockets.

I would have sacrificed an ounce to have zips on the handpockets, as I tend to drop stuff. The pocket depth is more than adequate that it shouldn't be an issue unless I overstuff though. I wish this one had the more breathable pits of the Original or the breathable side fabric of the Catalyst. Still, an indispensable garment.

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Moosejaw 2 purchase options:	Men's DriClime Jacket (Fall 2008) - 2008 OUTSIDE GEAR OF THE YEAR AWARD	$100.00	Buy Now
Moosejaw 2 purchase options:	Women's DriClime Jacket (Fall 2008) - 2008 OUTSIDE GEAR OF THE YEAR AWARD	$100.00	Buy Now

Backcountry Outlet 2 purchase options:	DriClime Jacket - Women's	$59.97	Buy Now
Backcountry Outlet 2 purchase options:	DriClime Jacket - Women's	$59.97	Buy Now