Category Archives: Jackets

First Look at Luke’s Ultralite Silnylon Rain Shell

Posted on December 17, 2012 by

Manufacturer: Luke’s Ultralite Product: Silnylon Rain Shell Year of Manufacture: 2012 MSRP: (US) $69.00 (+ $10.00 for additional pit zips) Size Ordered: XLarge (with custom work) Listed Weight (w/ Stuff Sack): 4.2 oz (without pit zips) Measured Weight (w/ Stuff … Continue reading →

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The North Face Verto Wind Jacket

Posted on September 23, 2011 by

It has taken me a while to finally give in and give wind jackets a try, but I finally did. The way I have viewed them is, why would I need a wind jacket when my hard shell already does … Continue reading →

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Mont-Bell UL Down Inner Parka

Posted on April 2, 2011 by

As much as I hated to see my Mont-Bell UL Down Inner Jacket go, I felt that it was only right to do so. Now that I am really focusing on my AT thru hike in 2013, when I make … Continue reading →

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Mont-Bell UL Down Inner Jacket Review

Posted on February 26, 2011 by

Layering. I have found that this is what it is all about if I want to stay warm on those cold nights. Every since I realized this I had been eyeballing these Mont-Bell jackets, wanting to add one to my … Continue reading →

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GoLite Tumalo Jacket Mod

Posted on February 22, 2011 by

Recently I purchased the GoLite Tumalo Pertex 2.5L Storm Jacket to replace another heavier rain jacket. (See review here.) I am really happy with everything about the jacket other than the foam cord locks that GoLite chose to use to … Continue reading →

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GoLite Tumalo Pertex 2.5L Storm Jacket Review

Posted on January 30, 2011 by

It is a quest that never ends…swapping out gear for something “better.” This is what I have done with my rain jacket. I have been using the Sierra Designs Cyclone Eco jacket and while it is a great jacket, I … Continue reading →

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The North Face Apex Bionic Jacket

Posted on November 15, 2010 by

I recently picked up one of these North Face Apex jackets. It is not necessarily for use while backpacking as much as I wanted it for casual wear around the house and town. Although, this is not to say that … Continue reading →

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Update: SD Cyclone Jacket Return

Posted on September 4, 2010 by

Last year about this time, I was zipping the pit zip on my Sierra Design Cyclone Eco jacket and when I did so, the zipper completely pulled out of the jacket. I returned the jacket to SD for repair, however, … Continue reading →

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