Gear Test: Mammut Eigerjoch Light IN Hooded Jacket

We’ve taken the Mammut Eigerjoch Light IN Hooded Jacket through some serious challenges—here’s how this lightweight jacket held up.

Highlights of the Mammut Eigerjoch Light IN Hooded Jacket

Initial Thoughts on the Mammut Eigerjoch Light IN Hooded Jacket

The Mammut Eigerjoch Light IN Hooded Jacket is an absolutely incredible layer for alpine adventures. Its powerful insulation is great for chilly mornings mountaineering and PFC-free waterproofing treatment makes the jacket water-repellent, which is perfect for when those afternoon storms blow in. It is super lightweight and packs into its pocket when you don’t need to wear it. Overall this is a versatile jacket that will hold up to many years of aggressive use!

 

Pros Cons
  • Super lightweight and packs down very small
  • The durability of the zipper remains to be tested.
  • Durable materials hold up against the most technical terrains and abrasive movements
  • It’s lightweight which sometimes means skimped quality
  • Has a nice tailored fit

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What do you think of the Mammut Eigerjoch Light IN Hooded Jacket? Have you tested it yourself? Share your thoughts in a comment below.

Deirdre

Deirdre is a photographer and outdoor writer based in Tucson and the San Juan Mountains. She is a big fan of type II fun and loves gear! To check out some of Deirdre's work, check out her IG! Instagram.

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