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2008 Marmot Ama Dablam Down Jacket | Reviewed On: January 15, 2009
Gear Reviews>>Jackets>>Mid Weight>>Marmot Ama Dablam Down JacketPRODUCT SUMMARY
By HotChocolate
THE GOOD
The Ama Dablam jacket is the perfect choice for a lightweight layer on a backcountry ski tour. It's extremely comfortable, versatile and is very well constructed with high quality materials. I love the hood, and although it's not quite large enough to fit over a helmet, it's thin enough to fit nicely underneath. The sleeve pocket is a really nice touch, and the liner of the hand pockets is really soft! I have found that this jacket works perfectly as an insulation layer or as a jacket on a 20 degree day.
THE BAD
Although there are a few changes that I would make to the Ama Dablam, you'll find it in my pack almost every single day. With that said, I hope that Marmot will consider the following when designing next year's model:
1) The sleeves are slightly too short. I would choose a size smaller if the sleeves were longer.
2) Partially because of choosing a larger size to get the correct sleeve length, the fit is
definitely not tapered at the waist like I would expect for a "women's fit". (On the other hand, the extra space allows me to comfortably wear layers underneath the jacket!)
3) I wish that there was a catch all, elastic pocket on the inside of the jacket.
4) I've never seen something like this, but I keep wishing that there were unzippered
hand warming pockets in addition to the zippered side pockets.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
The Ama Dablam is the classic mid weight down jacket. It's pretty much exactly what you would expect for a technical layer- lightweight, durable, comfortable and it compresses to a small space in your pack.
By HotChocolate
THE GOOD
The Ama Dablam jacket is the perfect choice for a lightweight layer on a backcountry ski tour. It's extremely comfortable, versatile and is very well constructed with high quality materials. I love the hood, and although it's not quite large enough to fit over a helmet, it's thin enough to fit nicely underneath. The sleeve pocket is a really nice touch, and the liner of the hand pockets is really soft! I have found that this jacket works perfectly as an insulation layer or as a jacket on a 20 degree day.
THE BAD
Although there are a few changes that I would make to the Ama Dablam, you'll find it in my pack almost every single day. With that said, I hope that Marmot will consider the following when designing next year's model:
1) The sleeves are slightly too short. I would choose a size smaller if the sleeves were longer.
2) Partially because of choosing a larger size to get the correct sleeve length, the fit is
definitely not tapered at the waist like I would expect for a "women's fit". (On the other hand, the extra space allows me to comfortably wear layers underneath the jacket!)
3) I wish that there was a catch all, elastic pocket on the inside of the jacket.
4) I've never seen something like this, but I keep wishing that there were unzippered
hand warming pockets in addition to the zippered side pockets.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
The Ama Dablam is the classic mid weight down jacket. It's pretty much exactly what you would expect for a technical layer- lightweight, durable, comfortable and it compresses to a small space in your pack.
OUR ADVICE
AVG USER ADVICE
Solid
AVG USER ADVICE
Novelty
| VALUE | 4/5 |
|---|---|
| COMFORT | 5/5 |
| MITTEN TEST | 4/5 |
| TESTING LOCATION | Jackson Hole, Wyoming |
Gear Reviews>>Jackets>>Mid Weight>>Marmot Ama Dablam Down Jacket
PRODUCT SPECS
| AVG PRICE | $180.00 |
|---|---|
| MATERIALS | Gridlock Down-Proof Fabric |
| INSULATION | 650+ Down Fill |
| WEIGHT | 1lb 2oz |
| AVAILABLE SIZES | Women's XS, S, M, L, XL |
| AVAILABLE COLORS | Black, White, Wasabi, Rainwater, Cardinal, Kashmir |
| HOOD? | Yes |
| CORE VENTING? | No |
| WATERPROOF? | No |
| POCKETS | 2 Hand, 1 Sleeve, 1 Internal Stuff Sack |
| BEST USE | Backcountry Skiing, Mountaineering |
| WARRANTY | Lifetime |
SIMILAR PRODUCTS
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ROVE TECH SWEAT ER | Solid | $129.00 |
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LIGHT SMOKE FLASH | Solid | $300.00 |
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COMPR ESSOR | Solid | $189.99 |
That's Our Opinion. What's Yours?
SwissMiss wrote on 01/15/09 at 10:27:22 am pst:
I got this jacket free from Exum last summer-- love it! Have the same complaints as you though; I went with a small even though the sleeves are a bit short, the medium was too big in the torso. I wear it on all but the coldest days in Laramie!
Their Advice
Solid
Turtlets wrote on 09/14/09 at 10:59:32 pm pst:
I do love the fit of the jacket but I've had it for 2 years and the material has worn through (on forearms and underarm area) and feathers are pouring out. I ran into someone last year that had the same jacket and she had the same problem. I wear the jacket, I don't live in it. I would've thought it would've held up for more then 2 seasons!
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