Mammut Masao Hooded Hardshell Jacket

Three-layer shell...Mammut has been tops for me.

I have come back to the Masao hard shell last year after owning one when they were introduced. Been through some eVent and 3L Gore-tex.

This jacket is light, waterproof, warm, rugged, and fits nicely. This model is cursed with tricky zippers, but once you train yourself to it the rest of the jacket makes up for it. I've had A+ experience with Mammut's staff in Vermont.

So to pack away when you want, and protect you when you need, this shell is better than a lot out there. My new HS model is beautiful and rugged as hell.

Background

Myself and wife both bought the original Masaos. I now have the new one;, zipper is nicer on my new one, although I'm guessing because of this model's specific use/weight concerns, they don't employ more rugged and easy zippers.

I bought this jacket to repair another jacket that failed. On this jacket the tapes completely detached at the hood and lapels area within the two-year warranty period. Mammut refused to honour their warranty.

Rubbish, save your money.