Marmot Exum Jacket

Marmot Exum Jacket – Built tough is an understatement.

Many of these mountaineering style jackets are built to handle the extremes of high altitude, but the Marmot Exum Jacket has taken it a few steps further with some high tech materials and design. The Marmot Exum Jacket was a winner in Adventure Magazines “Best of Adventure” in 2008.

Lets talk about some of the Gore-Tex features the Marmot Exum Jacket has got going on. The outer part of the Marmot Exum Jacket is made from a Gore-Tex 3L Pro Shell Fabric. Which is super breathable, waterproof, and windproof. Inside, you’ll find some Gore-Tex Grid lining. This thin lining allows the shell to easily slip on over other layers.

A unique feature of the Marmot Exum Jacket is the reduced amount and the thickness of seams. This small change has dramatic effect. It helps to reduce snag and abrasion, make the jacket lighter, and keep it breathable. The Marmot Exum Jacket also features added abrasion protection in the areas its needed most, such as the elbows and shoulders.

The quick & dirty:

Where you can get one:
Amazon: $375

Why they rock:

• Two-way adjustable front zipper features both inner and outer storm flaps
• Hood’s side and back volume adjustments and wired brim tailor the fit for coverage that keeps your head dry, yet allows good peripheral vision
• Collar zips up to provide face coverage in stormy conditions; a chin guard is soft against skin
• Pit zippers allow adjustable ventilation
• Drawcord hem and adjustable rip-and-stick cuffs hold in warmth
• Includes two hand pockets placed so they won’t interfere with pack straps; also features an internal stretch-mesh zippered pocket
• Angel-Wing Movement sleeves allow unrestricted range of motion
• The Exum is designed for easy laying over a fleece or a soft shell

Seat-of-the-pants rating: 10 out of 10

I cant really find anything bad to say about this jacket. It is a little expensive, but priced to match other jackets in this class. I would be very interested to hear what others have to say about the Marmot Exum Jacket.

Looking to buy? Check out these sites:
Amazon: $375