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- Burton Women's Traverse Jacket
- Outdoor Research Women's Apollo Rain Jacket
- Rab Men's Microlight Alpine Insulated Jacket
- The North Face Men's Venture 2 Jacket
- Marmot Men's PreCip Eco Jacket
- The North Face Men's Sierra Peak Insulated Jacket
- The North Face Women's Venture 2 Jacket
- Outdoor Research Men's Apollo Rain Jacket
- Outdoor Research Women's Motive Ascentshell Jacket
- Outdoor Research Women's Aspire II Jacket
Burton Women's Traverse Jacket
2L fab for all weather proof wear. Synthetic down for staying cozy. (Save the geese!!) Durable and consistent for all day comfort and wear. Made with products better for the planet!













Outdoor Research Women's Apollo Rain Jacket
Made for hiking and backpacking, provides comfort when on the move in the rain! At 11oz, it's lightweight and easy to pack up and bring anywhere!

Rab Men's Microlight Alpine Insulated Jacket
A classic lightweight jacket from one of the best quality brands in the game. It's ultra warm, highly packable, and supremely aesthetic in design. It comes with a stuff sack that allows you to stow it in an efficiently practical and space-saving way, great for travel. It has more of a tapered structure with a low-stretch factor that allows the 700g fill insulation to fully loft and keep you toasty when the temps drop below zero. Great for anyone that wants the unique mix of a mega light jacket with an ultra low pack size and high windproofing, breathability and durability long-term to go along with its insulation.

The North Face Men's Venture 2 Jacket
Carries The North Face's breathable and seam sealed DryVent fabric, great for everyday use and can withstand backcountry storms. Isn't the lightest option out there, but where it lacks in being lighter, it ensures you'll stay dry and warm when the going gets tough. Plenty of adjustments for the hood and other parts on the jacket as well as pit venting to keep air flow at a maximum along with good times on the trail.

Marmot Men's PreCip Eco Jacket
One of the best-selling rain shells out there. Features environmentally conscious and high-performing waterproof/breathable NanoPro. This PFC-free, recycled, nylon face fabric is durable and comfortable. This jacket stuffs into its own pocket and features an updated fit with the same fully functional features that has made it such a classic like a stow-able hood, adjustable hem, and heat-releasing PitZips. The DriClime lined chin guard wicks away moisture to help prevent chafing too.

A waterproof/breathable, PFC free fabric that will last longer than ever. It' has 100% seam taped, adjustable Velcro cuffs, as well fully functional features like a stowable hood, adjustable hem and heat-releasing pitzips.

The North Face Men's Sierra Peak Insulated Jacket
Great for weight at only 11oz, and warmth utilizing 800 fill goose down. Can be stowed in the hand pocket creating a pillow if needed.

The North Face Women's Venture 2 Jacket
This jacket is made from waterproof, windproof and breathable DryVent 2.5 layer fabric. It's a durable jacket at home in the backcountry and easily stows in one of the hand pockets for easy packing! Pit zips allow for venting as needed.

Outdoor Research Men's Apollo Rain Jacket
Great layer to have as a backup in your pack for unexpected rain or as a shell to hike in wet weather.

Outdoor Research Women's Motive Ascentshell Jacket
The cuffs and hood use a cinched binding that creates a tight seal to keep weather and wind out. 3 layer waterproof shell construction ensures you will be set when the weather changes

Outdoor Research Women's Aspire II Jacket
A seam sealed, waterproof, breathable, and windproof GoreTex Paclite shell. This would be a premium, super packable option for staying dry and acting as the most exterior layer in your system.

Smartwool Men's Merino Sport 150 Hoodie
Hiking and backpacking when you want extra sun protection or a bit of extra warmth over a t-shirt. Features a relaxed fit, high performance Merino blend and a small hip pocket for light essentials.

Marmot Women's Avant Featherless Jacket
The synthetic fill adds versatility in wet weather, keeping you warm no matter the weather. Cozy warmth without the weight or bulk. Plus the durability is great for harsher use.

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