Men’s PreCip Jacket | Lightweight, Waterproof

This jacket was great until it wore out in less than a year.A little background: I work as a bicycle messenger in Minneapolis year-round so I was looking for the lightest, most breathable rain jacket out there. This definitely fits the bill, and while you're still gonna sweat while being active in this jacket, it does better than most at breathing out vapor, so I stayed comfortable.The fit of this jacket is interesting. I generally wear US Mens size L shirts for a looser fit. This jacket had a very loose, almost poncho-like fit at the bottom. However the chest was normal and the arms were fitted and tapered down to the cuffs. If you're in between sizes and you have big arms, consider sizing up. Also, it seems they got the hood a little wrong. The visor tends to dip down in front of my eyes. There is no physical support for the visor.The way that the hood folds into the collar is very convenient especially for me as a cyclist. The rolled up hood surrounds the neck creating extra warmth.And finally, the wear. I should qualify this by saying that I used this jacket for cold weather cycling many times this winter, in temps as low as -10 degrees ferenheit. I understand that this is not the intended use for the jacket and I should've used a different one. However, I am still disappointed that, less than a year later, the waterproof lining has already worn out. Was this due to the extreme cold? I don't know. But either way I can't justify spending $100 a year for a jacket

Great value for the price. Light weight, packable, hood stashes in collar, breathable, pit zips nice for extra breathability. Feels sticky on bare arms, when wearing short sleeve shirt.Originally ordered large, too big, very full cut in body, I'll use in colder season if I need layers. Ordered med., much better, more fitted, sleeves perfect length. I can wear with a light fleece if needed, a little snug in the neck & forearm with fleece. For reference, I'm 5'9", 168 lbs., med/large shirt (16-34 dress shirt), 32 waist.

First things first: this is just a rain shell. If you are looking for a jacket that offers any real insulating value, you need to keep looking.That said, if what you want is something inexpensive that breaks the wind, sheds the water, and breathes well, look no further. I have tested this Marmot in several Oregon rainstorms without getting a drop inside.The fit is designed for people with a pretty average build. For me, the chest and shoulders are a little more snug than I'd like, but if I trade up to an XL the waist will be way too baggy and the arms will be too long. It's acceptable, but if you are a weightlifter you will not be able to fit a thick sweater or fleece under this and still be happy with the fit.Construction is a mixed bag. You can't expect much at this price point, and everything works pretty well. Some details aren't confidence inspiring though. The snap at the bottom is too sturdy; I keep expecting the jacket to tear when I open it. The fasteners for the hood drawstring are too tiny and weak; I keep expecting them to break off in my hands, and even if they don't they are hard to manipulate even with bare fingers, much less with gloves.

Love it. Keeps me warm and dry in the wind and rain! Fits perfectly.edit: After a year of wearing it, the inner lining started coming off. When I took it off, I would be covered in little white specks from the lining. It has gotten to the point where more lining ends up on me than still on the jacket. I've contact marmot 4 times because of the supposed "lifetime warranty" on it when I bought it. However, all of the info about warranties on their website has changed, no longer giving lifetime warranties and I have not gotten a response from them once. I would NOT recommend this jacket. Instead spend a little more money on something from NorthFace or Black Diamond. Their customer service is excellent and they stand behind their products. They will replace something no questions asked once it falls apart. Unlike Marmot who doesn't even give a customers question the dignity of a respons

It's really light and excellent at keeping you dry, the collar works really well and the hood is even big enough for my gigantic head! The drawstrings on the hood and waist, as well as the cuff straps, work to keep rain out. The pockets are roomy and the whole thing actually looks alright as long as it isn't scrunched up. It's great for sporadic weather as it breathes really easily, so hot spots of sun aren't too much of a bother.Only minor gripe might be that in wind it's difficult to keep your face dry, I have to hold the hood peak down a bit. I think that's more because of the size of my head though, as I tend not to use the hood drawstrings too much as they bring the shoulders up and make my upper body look like a tent. Maybe with a smaller head you could do them up tighter to protect your face in the wind.Other than that though it's a great, lightweight, easily stowed jacket that looks great and works well.

Great jacket. Took it with me to Japan last year and have been using it ever since whenever I go hiking and have to contend with some light rain and the like. Fares fine against moderate hail and snow, too. Packs down very *very* well and also acts as a good cover for your pack if you have to leave it out in the rain while camping and it's really spitting bullets.Only qualm is that the DWR coating/etc wore out obscenely fast and didn't work too well to begin with. The first time I used it near-zero in the rain and mist up a mountain, it soaked itself fairly fast, outside-in. Thankfully I can guarantee that it is indeed waterproof: dry as a fresh piece of toast on the inside.On another note, do not recommend for extreme amounts of rain or very *very* high wind. The thing will soak through and if your sizing is even a tiny bit off, proceed to flap around as if calling for a second descent of Christ.

A good quality waterproof jacket that is more stylish than a sports specific shell and that is reasonably packable. Biggest niggle is that it can get a little clammy in warmer weather, however zipped side vents do help. Recommended for normal use, but not for active use on warm and wet days.ProsFully waterproofGood quality seams and zips and feels like it will last a long time.Zipped side ventsGood pocketsQuite stylish for every day use.Very light and packs down to size of grapefruit.Doesn’t crease when packed.Packs to about size of a grapefruitGiven that it is just worn for short periods it is comfortableConsCan get a little clammy if humid and above 19c but ok as long as no strenuous activity is involved.The hood is far too large and obscures visibility. Wearing a baseball cap underneath does stabalise the hood, but it can look a bit weird (I don’t mind, ‘weird’).Hood can fall protrude from collar when rolled up because there is only 1 central strap.Not advisable to be used for sports or moderate activity.It rustles a bit when it is worn.

Lightweight and waterproof, packs down very small, perfect to put in your backpack in case of a downpour. The only thing that stops this being a proper hiking waterproof shell is the lack of a wired hood - the hood tends to sag over your eyes and flaps around in the wind which becomes an annoyance when on the hills. Also the zips are not waterproof although I haven't had any real issues with getting wet in this jacket as a result of this.I have also lost a couple of things (beanie hat, dog lead) through accidentally putting them into what looks like the internal mesh pockets - these are not pockets, they are open at the bottom!! So anything you inadvertently put in them drops straight out through the coat onto the ground. By the time you've realised your error.... gone.For the price it's a good item, but invest in something better (Rab, Paramo, Montane) if you are going to hike seriously with only one shell.

I've now had mine for a year, it failed to keep the rain off after 2 uses in gentle rain. After a proper wash with proper waterproofing products, it worked again for maybe another 2-3 uses before beginning to soak through again. Given the cost of these, I can't honestly recommend it as being good value. I've got much cheaper packaway jackets that have weathered the elements much better for much longer.