Marmot Nano Jacket

rated 5.0 of 5 stars average rating
Reviewed by 2 Trailspace users

I have to say this is the best all around shell I…

Rating: rated 4.5 of 5 stars
Source: bought it used
Price Paid: $5

Summary

I have to say this is the best all around shell I have owned. Rain, Wind, Snow, and a mixture of all... this wins my vote. For what it has protected me from, there is not another jacket out there that has stood up to like this one.

Pros

  • Weather proof
  • Packs well
  • Built to last

Cons

  • Slightly heavy, but nothing has held up like this one

I bought this jacket at a Goodwill (no kidding – for $5 — and it was new), so first the price I paid was worth it. But let me tell you, if I had to pay $180 for it — It would be worth it.

Vents nicely. I have had it on as a rain jacket in a downpour in the San Juans. It rained so much everything got wet, except my torso and head wearing this jacket. In the winter backpacking, with a sweater or down vest or jacket underneath — it deflected blowing snow and blizzards... keeping me Dry and Warm.  

I have now taken this jacket on almost every hike, year around as my main shell. If you buy this jacket you will not be disappointed. 

Please sign in to comment

The lightest, most durable and excellent performing…

Rating: rated 5 of 5 stars
Price Paid: $250

The lightest, most durable and excellent performing outerlayer I have ever purchased. I have worn this jacket in high wind, torrential rain and through snow blizzards while backpacking and it has held up and performed extremely well.

Large pockets are sweet. Hood is designed perfectly.

Hands down the best ultralight shell and worth the $.

Please sign in to comment
Do you know someone who might be interested in this?
Share a link to this page via email, Facebook, Google+, or Twitter.
If you've owned or used a Marmot Men's Nano Jacket, please share your experience.

Recently on Trailspace

To Write the Best Backpack Reviews Answer 3 Questions

When buying a backpack, people want to know how it will fit, feel, and hold their gear. Give those details, and you'll help other hikers, backpackers, climbers, skiers, trail runners, and paddlers find the right pack for their next backcountry adventures. Read More »

Review: Mountain Hardwear MH way 2 cool tank

The Way2Cool Tank is a running top made with a fabric using Cool Q ZERO (“a cooling agent”) it is also finished with an antimicrobial agent. Its partial mesh… Read More »

Review: Osprey Talon 44

Relatively lightweight internal frame pack that is much heavier than other frameless ultralight options, but does not provide the stability/suspension of heavier… Read More »

Review: Mountain Hardwear Men's Chiller Long Sleeve Shirt

The Chiller Long Sleeve shirt is designed to help you stay cool when it is hot out while providing SPF 40 protection from UV rays. At just 9 oz. /255 g. its special… Read More »

Add your voice to the world's most comprehensive and useful collection of independent outdoor gear reviews. Review Your Gear