Mountain Hardware Monkey Man Jacket – Reviewed
Before you laugh, yes the name is silly, but this fleece is warm. My only complaint is that it’s not wind resistant. If you need a lightweight fleece that performs well, this is a good one. If your after a wind shell, this is not going to cut it. I have used this in light rain and stayed warm while moving and even after I stopped it kept off the chill. Once the wind blows, things change dramatically.
Here is what Mountain Hardware has to say.
When you are traveling light, this is the fleece to have. Monkey Phur is made from Polartec® Thermal Pro®, a fleece with extremely high warmth-to-weight ratio. You get outstanding warmth and extreme breathability for very little weight. The fabric also dries rapidly. Monkey Phur features Power Stretch® at the cuffs and lower hem to help seal the fit, and Power Stretch wrist panels that make it easy to push up the sleeves. The panels also reduce the bulk in these areas for use under hip belt, harness or gloves. There is a large front, Power Stretch patch pocket for an energy bar, a tube of lip balm, a pair of sunglasses or whatever else is in your light-and-fast travel kit.
Specifications:
Monkey Phur! A unique fuzzy fleece. Weight. 14oz.
- Fabric: Polartec Thermal Pro / Polartec Power Stretch
- Outstanding warmth without the weight
- Two front zip hand pockets
- Highly breathable
- Sealing Power Stretch cuffs, wrist panel and waist
- Chest pocket
