Minimus Jacket Montane Outlet

Montane says

Revolutionary combination of performance, weight and breathability for fast paced mountain activities. Constructed from ultralight PERTEX® SHIELD, which offers full waterproof protection with the highest levels of breathability for the ultimate balance of weight and performance.

Our Verdict

This updated version of the popular Montane’s Minimus Jacket has seen a few tweaks to improve the overall style and functionality of the jacket. Not only have they managed to make it cheaper for what was already considered a reasonable price, it’s now even lighter than before at only 188g (medium size). To get this they have compromised a little with the fabric, now using Pertex Shield instead of Pertex Shield+ which only affects the breathability slightly taking it to 20,000 instead of 25,000 g/m2/24hrs but it’s waterproofing has stayed the same.

The style lines and trim have also been updated but they have kept it’s key features such as the cord adjuster round the head/hood – so the hood will follow your head when you turn it. It can now stuff away into it’s own chest pocket instead of a separate storage sack which is better as you don’t have to worry about loosing it. 

Overall it still stands as one of our lightest waterproof jackets with good waterproofing and breathability characteristics.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• Refinement of style lines and updated trim
• Fully adjustable helmet compatible roll – away hood with wired peak
• Articulated arms with engineered tailoring
• Full length YKK AquaGuard® front zip with internal storm flap 
• Mesh lined, map – sized YKK chest pocket with YKK AquaGuard® zip 
• Adjustable cuffs and hem
• 360° ‘DUSK TILL DAWN’ reflectivity
• Stuffs away into own chest pocket

Specifications

• Small weighs: 180g
• Medium weighs: 188g
• Large weighs: 192g
• XLarge weighs: 202g
• XXLarge weighs: 208g
• Back length: 74cm (size M)

Fabrics

• 20 Denier PERTEX® SHIELD with dry touch backer
• 20,000mm HH, 20,000 g/m2/24hrs

Help & advice:

• Choosing a Waterproof Jacket
• What is PERTEX Shield?
• MVTR Breathability
• Hydrostatic Head