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Marmot Women's PreCip Jacket

rated 3.5 of 5 stars

The Women's PreCip Jacket has been discontinued. It was replaced by the Marmot PreCip Eco Jacket.

photo: Marmot Women's PreCip Jacket waterproof jacket

This is all the raincoat I need right now. Great on the trail and lightweight.

Pros

  • Does the job
  • Lightweight
  • Has its own built in stuff sac
  • Vented
  • Underarm zipper vents
  • High side pockets for use with backpack
  • Cinchable hood
  • Hood stows in collar also

Cons

  • Hot

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Staying dry in Ohanapecosh!

I love this jacket! I have looked at other rain jackets that are way more expensive and I just don't see a need for something that costs hundreds of dollars when this jacket meets all my needs at the moment.

I have been caught out on the trail in the rain and this worked fine. I didn't get wet. Yes, it does get a little hot even with the under arm zipper vents, but it works great and I am going to keep using it for this season as well.

It is lightweight and compact and stuffs into one of the side pockets with a hook to strap on to pack with carabiner for easy to reach when the rains come. For the price I paid I'm loving it.

I wear it to work, everyday use, and on the trail. Here in WA having a good rain jacket is a necessity and having a couple of them is a good idea too. It rains a lot here and it's good to have a backup. I primarily use this one for hiking and use as a backup rain jacket.

This jacket retails for $100. I got it on sale through Sierra Trading Post for $69. Worth the money! I wear it a lot!

Source: bought it new
Price Paid: $69

It's quite waterproof, even if it doesn't have Gore tex. Thus far it appears to be durable (it's been on about 20 nights worth of backpacking trips). I do recommend it as a cheaper-than-Gore-tex option — good for spring, summer, and fall backpacking trips.

Pros

  • waterproof
  • durable

Fit is good — I bought a large so I could fit it over layers, and that was a good choice (I'm 5'7''). 

Thus far waterproofing has held up.

I do tend to get a little moisture underneath it, so perhaps it's not as breathable as all that, but I value waterproofing over breathability

I've used it on about 20 nights worth of backpacking trips in the Adirondacks so far, including one in which I was outside in a downpour for 2 hours — I thought I was getting wet, but when I took the jacket off in the lean-to later, I was dry.

Source: bought it new
Price Paid: don't remember- it was a deal on campmor

Great, waterproof jacket. Great for layering. Nice cut and fit.

Pros

  • Effective waterproofing
  • Easy to pack
  • Good fit and cut

Cons

  • Breathability

This is one of the best investments I've ever made. As a nice, thin and waterproof jacket it's perfect for someone who lives in a warm climate but travels to cooler climates. I've been able to wear it in the rare AZ rainstorms and also layer it over longsleeves and a thicker jacket for wind and water protection when cooler.

It was a lifesaver this past summer when hiking in the Grand Canyon and it rained on us most of our descent. I like that it is a longer cut (I'm tall) and cinches well at the arms, hips and around the hood.

Only negative is that — like anything you want to be waterproof — it isn't super breathable.

Source: bought it new
Price Paid: $99

This jacket was given to me as a gift for my birthday. I have always heard that Marmot is a great company with good quality products and lifetime warranty. And this jacket is nothing but greatness!

It's perfect for any outdoor adventure. Easy to wash and clean and care for. Easy to pack away and take for those weekend trips or vacations. Comes in a variety of colors that are very stylish. I received the Cardinal/Fire design.

But the best part was the pockets! Many pockets to put keys, kleenex, lip balm, etc. I love the snug fit. Never big or bulky like some jackets are made to be. And this jacket will keep you dry when worn out in the rain.

Love it! Recommend it to anyone.

Price Paid: a gift

It's raining, it's snowing, it's PreCip time.

Pros

  • keeps you dry in all conditions up to 15 hours
  • fast drying
  • great pocket placement, even with pack straps
  • nice color choices
  • light weight
  • compacts to a small size in your pack

Cons

  • will eventually soak through (not a concern for all day hikes)
  • a bit stiff
  • could be more breathable

I own 3 of these! Best light weight rain/snow jacket I have found at a reasonable price!

Source: bought it new

I got my PreCip Jacket probably six years ago and used it a ton (as in, I live in MT and didn't leave home without it in the fall, winter, spring), in all sorts of conditions, heavy mountain snowstorms, wet coastal rain, and everything in between.

Contrary to some of the other reviews I've seen, I never had any problems with the weatherproofing, until recently, since the laminate is worn and has started to peel. I have no reasonable complaints about the classic cheap Gore-tex alternative jacket. It's a good quality purchase for a fair price.

Price Paid: $79

Bought this jacket and got wet every time I wore it in the rain. Because I like the fit and they have a good reputation I returned the jacket to Marmot who promptly sent me a new jacket saying that the first had delaminated.

I saw no indication that there was any delamination on the first and the second one has left me soaked every time it rains. Use it for a windbreaker only and enjoy it.

Price Paid: $99

Pros

  • Good fit
  • Good weather protection

Cons

  • Sleeves ball up when tied around waist
  • Friction from swinging arms wears down contact points

This was 3 years ago.  The outside material is too fragile for outdoor use.

Good for city use.

Source: bought it new
Price Paid: $50

rated 3.5 of 5 stars All PreCip Jacket versions

In addition to the 8 women's reviews above, there are 53 reviews for other versions of the PreCip Jacket. Read all reviews »

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Specs

Price MSRP: $99.99
Historic Range: $16.99-$424.95
Reviewers Paid: $50.00-$99.00
Weight 11.4 oz / 323.2 g
Main Material PreCip® 2.5 100% Nylon Ripstop 2.7 oz / yd

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