Marmot Essence Jacket

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The Essence Jacket is a hard shell jacket made by Marmot. It has an average rating of 5 stars (out of 5), based on 1 user review.

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From Backcountry.com:
"By the third pitch of your alpine climb, it's drizzling and you're sweaty. Now is not the time for rain-jacket swampiness or cling-to-skin action. The Marmot Women's Essence Jacket uses integrated cooling vents and an inner micro layer to help combat humid discomfort. While the waterproof breathable fabric blocks the elements, the textured inner micro layer reduces skin contact and Angel-Wing Movement means you can comfortably belay. This lightweight jacket packs into tiny corners of your hiking and backpacking packs."

From Oregon Mountain Community:
"The Marmot Essence Jacket is featherweight, hooded rain protection, mountain-tested by guides--ideal for ultra-light hiking, adventure races and multi-pitch alpine climbs. Available In: Poppy Sierra Marmot Essence Jacket Features: 100% seam taped for full waterproofness Angel-Wing Movement™ allows full range of motion in arms so jacket doesn't ride up Attached adjustable hood rolls up and is secured with a Velcro® hood tab Designed to fit over fleece or softshells DriClime® lined chin guard moisture wicking fabric protects your face from the zipper Elastic draw cord hem for adjustability in serious weather Pack Pockets™ slanted chests pockets that can be accessed while wearing a packPreCip® dry touch technology, waterproof/breathable Reflective logos Sized specifically for women to fit your body, not a smaller men's version Storm flap over zipper with snap/Velcro® closure Updated design Materials: PreCip® N-189R Weight: 198 g (7 oz)"

From CampSaver.com:
"The Marmot Essence is a featherweight, hooded rain protection, mountain-tested by guides--ideal for ultra-light hiking, adventure races and multi-pitch alpine climbs.Its a step up from the classic Marmot Precip."

From REI:
"The featherweight Marmot Essence rain jacket is a perfect addition to throw in your pack or bag for protection from unexpected downpours. Nylon shell with MemBrain® Strata™ waterproof breathable coating keeps you protected from the elements. Dry Touch technology next to the skin reduces condensation and that sticky, clammy feeling. All seams are taped to ensure full protection from the elements. Features an attached, adjustable brimmed hood. Stormflap over front zipper keeps the weather outside where it belongs; DriClime™-lined chin guard protects against abrasion. Angel-Wing Movement® sleeves allow unrestricted range of motion. Also features 2 zippered pockets that remain accessible even with a pack on. Designed to fit over a fleece of soft-shell jacket. Closeout."

User Reviews

Men's Essence Jacket
Reviewed by cujo972, Feb 25, 2009

"This rain jacket is great. I've had it for a little while now and it's great for packing down small and is by far the lightest rain jacket I've come across.

Don't make the mistake however, of thinking of this product as a warming layer, it's great for keeping your layers dry but not for keeping you warm by itself."

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