Description of Marmot PreCip Traveler Jacket - Men's:
The Men's PreCip Traveler Jacket is a sophisticated, city-conscious redesign of Marmot's award-winning ubiquitous rain shell. Equally at home on the streets of Manhattan as it is in the mountains of Scotland, the PreCip Traveler features the same fully-taped seams, Dry Touch interior, and convenient packability that made its predecessor famous. To make it urban-friendly, Marmot added extra length, a square-shouldered overcoat cut, and soft DriClime fabric around the neck and inside the pockets. A fully-functional, waterproof hood hides inside the smart stand-up collar as downpour insurance.
Bottom Line: Marmot brings backcountry tech into the boardroom with the PreCip Traveler Jacket.
This is a wonderful jacket for around the town and casual wear. The extra length is a boon for keeping your bottom dry while sitting on wet surfaces. HOWEVER, if you're backpacking, go for the original Pre-Cip or variations with pit-zips. Nice, light and breathes well enough here in the deep South.
I ordered a large and returned it for a medium. On neither could I get the zipper on the left to attach securely to the box on the other side, without making 4 or 5 attempts. Imagine trying to do it in the rain! Too bad, as the medium fit very well.
Does anyone know if the 2009 version, sold as the Marmot Traveler Jacket (no "Precip" in the name), is any better?
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Perfect raingear for European Spring, Summer, & Fall 06-22-09
True to size, lightweight, and packs in side pocket of briefcase. Perfect for Europe's humid, rainy weather. Fits easily over sweater or sports jacket without looking like backpacker gear. Highly recommended.
