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Mountain Hardwear Exposure II Parka

By Daved Brosche | Permalink | 0 comments | February 7th, 2008

Mountain Hardwear Exposure II Parka – Perfect for work or play.

Loaded with features, the Mountain Hardwear Exposure II Parka is designed to keep you warm, dry, and comfortable in any climate. From the ski slopes to the sidewalk, the Mountain Hardwear Exposure II Parka can handle it all.

Mountain Hardwear uses a special fabric for waterproofing the Mountain Hardwear Exposure II Parka. This 2 layer Conduit is a highly waterproof and breathable fabric. The fabric not only helps keep you dry on the outside, but also effectively wicks away moisture from your body to keep you dry on the inside as well.

To keep your extrmities warm, the Mountain Hardwear Exposure II Parka has micro fleece lined elements anywhere the jacket interacts with your skin. The fleece pockets and chingaurd are warm nd soft to the touch. The welded waist cord and powder skirt keep out the show while the extra long pit zips give you the freedom to move and cool down.

The quick & dirty:
Where you can get one:
Amazon: $199

Why the rock:

  • Material: [shell] Nylon dobby weave shell w/ 2-layer Conduit waterproof laminate
  • Lining: CoolMax mesh and nylon taffeta
  • Core Venting: Yes, pit zips
  • Pockets: 2 fleece-lined chest, 1 Napoleon, 1 internal water bottle, 1 internal security
  • Seam Taped: Yes
  • Powder Skirt: Yes
  • Hood: Yes
  • Removable Hood: No
  • Zip-in Compatibility: N/A
  • Recommended Use: Waterproof protection during alpine sports
  • Weight: 2lbs 2 oz / 964 g
  • Warranty: Lifetime (manufacturer defect)

Why it bites:

  • A bit heavy for backpacking

Seat-of-the-pants rating: 9 out of 10

The Mountain Hardwear Exposure II Parka is a great buy for the price. If you need a jacket for protection against the snow, the Mountain Hardwear Exposure II Parka can handle it.

Looking to buy? Check out these sites:
Amazon: $199

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