Mountain Hardwear Swift Jacket - Mens
Brand : Mountain HardwearItem : MHW0163
If you've ever left a rain jacket behind to save on weight, you'll dig the Mountain Hardwear Swift Jacket. Made from Gore-Tex PacLite, the Swift weighs in at under a pound and packs down small. Don't think it's all about weight though. Paclite is also some of the most breathable waterproof laminate around, so even though it's raining cats, dogs, and occasionally moose outside, you won't drown in sweat or water during a hard climb. Micro Tape construction cuts out weight and bulk, and laminated details remove stitching for a similar effect. Don't settle for an uncomfortable rainshell to save weight, or leave yourself without protection, get a Swift, and be quick about it.
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Mountain Hardwear Swift Jacket - Mens
Bestest, lightest, most waterproofest
I bought this jacket before I left for a trip to Tibet. It performed well as a versatile outer layer when trekking 17,000-foot passes. It is the perfect outer layer for blocking wind, rain and holding in heat. Additionally, the long pit zips allowed me to blow off steam without removing the jacket. The best feature is the headband-like adjustable elastic hood draw. Makes the hood fit like a hat and keeps periferal visions in tact. I lost my original one and purchased it again at your site. Thats how much I love this shell. I shopped the other brands. I think it is the best on the market.
Nice Jacket
This product is very nice and very high quality. It has very nice waterproof zippers and is super light. Although I like it, it is somewhat pricy and I thought it would be somewhat thick and more insulated. This product is more of a rain jacket than anything else.
Style + Functionality = THIS JACKET
The Swift works well with an insulated layer, just so long as that layer is also slim-fit (I use MH Compressor PL Jacket, I’m not sure how some fleeces will work if they are too baggy). The result: a warm, waterproof combination. But why bother with THIS jacket? Because of the style. It looks modern (I have black) and is slim-fit, so I can use it in "inactive" settings (e.g. going to class) without seeming like I'm wearing a legitimate, outdoors-oriented jacket. People always wonder how I can stay warm because it doesn't look like I'm wearing much at all!
Excellent Rain Jacket
Great quality as typical of Mountain Hardwear. Bought a medium in lapis, and it fits fashionably slim for 5'8", 170. If you're planning on heavy layering then size up. The waterproof-ness is terrific, as is the cinchable hood and watertight zippers (though the main zipper can get snagged occasionally). Recommended to anyone who needs an extremely lightweight, stylish storm jacket for mildly aerobic activity or around-town use. Lacks a comfort lining like my former Patagonia eco-torrentshell, but still pleasant against skin.
Swift Jacket
Absolute favorite spring/summer raincoat and windbreaker. I used it in heavy rain on the golf course stayed dry all day; opening the pitzips allowed me to regulate my temperature. Best in class!
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