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Mountain Hardwear Monkey Man Fleece Jacket - Men's

Mountain Hardwear Monkey Man Fleece Jacket - Men's

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Mountain Hardwear Monkey Man jacket provides superb durability and lightweight warmth for backcountry trips and alpine climbing.

  • You'll be amazed by the supersoft hand of this Monkey Phur™ fleece
  • Features a high-pile curl on the outside and smooth velour on the inside—it's durable, highly breathable and resists pilling
  • Fabric is treated with a Durable Water Repellent finish for water resistance and quick drying
  • Polartec® Power Stretch® contrast panels offer a stretchy, quick-drying seal
  • Polartec Power Stretch zippered chest pocket and hand pockets hold essentials

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Mountain Hardwear Monkey Man Fleece Jacket - Men's Specs

Specification

Description

FabricPolyester fleece
Average weight17 ounces
Back length28 inches

Mountain Hardwear Monkey Man Fleece Jacket - Men's Customer Reviews

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Mountain Hardwear Monkey Man Fleece Jacket - Men's
 
4.6

(based on 26 reviews)

92%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Warm (26)
  • Lightweight (23)
  • Breathable (17)
  • Comfortable (10)
  • Durable (10)

Cons

  • Wears out quickly (3)

Best Uses

  • Cold weather (24)
  • Hiking and camping (22)
  • Casual wear (20)
  • Extreme conditions (10)
  • Reviewer Profile:
  • Avid adventurer (14), Casual adventurer (10)

Reviewed by 26 customers

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Nov

16

2007

(12 of 12 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

New Model is Thinner, More Comfortable

By NorCalHiker

from Berkeley, CA

About Me High Sierra Camp hiker

Site Member

Pros

  • Almost as good as down
  • Highly Compressible
  • In between R2 and R3
  • Lightweight
  • Warm

Cons

  • Down is a LITTLE warmer
  • Take Along a Windshell

Best Uses

  • Adds warmth when sleeping
  • Casual Wear
  • Cold Weather
  • Extreme Conditions
  • Hiking and Camping
  • Wet Weather

Comments about Mountain Hardwear Monkey Man Fleece Jacket - Men's:

To the person who found their version lost its some of its loft: This isn't due to fiber breakdown, it's due to fiber clumping, which is common to most fleeces, and can be cured with a good water repellent treatment, which "unsticks" the fibers when you machine dry on LOW heat (ignore any drip-dry directions). Fiber clumping is why brand new fleece looks so much "plusher." To restore most of the original loft, just treat with NikWax PolarProof or a similar product once in a while. It also makes the fleece remarkably effective in the rain, if you don't mind the water beading on you.

The new one is very warm for the weight and moderate thickness - it is actually more efficient and nicer looking than the current R2 and R3 models from Patagonia, which are the "gold standard." In terms of warmth and thickness, it is as warm, or warmer than, Polartec 300 but MUCH lighter and compresses well (but not as well as down; on the other hand it is not as finicky as down).

Yes, the original Monkey Man was too thick and made me feel claustrophobic. The new one doesn't have that problem.

Stuff one of the new ultralight windbreakers/light rain shells (3 ounces) from Marmot or Patagonia or GoLite in one of the pockets to handle wind and light rain.

This is a rare piece equally at home in the Mission looking for a burrito, on a summer hike in Sierras on a cool evening, or at a ski resort (on the slope or in the lodge).

Enjoy!

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

(12 of 12 customers found this review helpful)

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Dec

30

2007

(5 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

 
2.0

Good and Bad

By H.J. Highlander

from Cartersville, Georgia

About Me Casual/ Recreational

Site Member

Pros

  • Breathable
  • Lightweight
  • Warm

Cons

  • Wears Out Quickly

Best Uses

  • Cold Weather

Comments about Mountain Hardwear Monkey Man Fleece Jacket - Men's:

It's extremely comfortable and warm. However, it is not durable at all. My seatbelt wore out the fleece just driving to work. So, I won't even take it backpacking because all the straps and weight will do the same. But, it is so comfortable in the cold. Don't but it for backpacking. Buy it for cold weather.

  • Fit:
  • Feels true to size
  • Sleeve Length:
  • Feels true to length
  • Chest Size:
  • Feels true to size

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

(5 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

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Dec

27

2008

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

This jacket breathes amazingly well

By Idahobackcountry

from Boise, ID

About Me Casual Adventurer

Pros

  • Breathable
  • Comfortable
  • Durable
  • Lightweight
  • Stylish
  • Warm

Cons

  • No wind protection

Best Uses

  • Casual Wear
  • Cold Weather
  • Hiking and Camping
  • Skiing/Snowboarding

Comments about Mountain Hardwear Monkey Man Fleece Jacket - Men's:

I was truely amazed with this jacket when I removed my outer shell and discovered all the perspiration that had been pulled away from my skin, base layer and through the monkey man fleece. After sweating all day hiking in the mountains, I was completely dry. The most comfortable jacket for all conditions that I've ever owned. Match this up with a water/windproof shell and you'll be set for anything winter has to throw at you.

  • Gift:
  • No
  • Fit:
  • Feels true to size
  • Sleeve Length:
  • Feels true to length
  • Chest Size:
  • Feels true to size

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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Oct

18

2008

(1 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

One of a Kind!

By MonkeyMan

from Glendora California

About Me Casual Adventurer

Pros

  • Breathable
  • Comfortable
  • Durable
  • Lightweight
  • Stylish
  • Warm

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Casual Wear
    • Cold Weather

    Comments about Mountain Hardwear Monkey Man Fleece Jacket - Men's:

    I usually don't right reviews like such, but I simply can't help myself! I am a first year college student, and usually shop at active for style. However, i'm a sucker when it comes to quality and comfort. REI is the place for both.
    Personally, I tried on every single sweatshirt and jacket at the store. The monkey man jacket caught my eye and felt about the best. The comfort factor compares to that of a down jacket(less bulky). Style wise it is unique. I don't see too many people wearing it, which seperates me from the crowd. So far I had the product for a week and got smiles from 3 cute girls. It is always nice to get a smile from a pretty lady.
    I'm a skiier at heart, and can't wait to use it up at Big Bear, and Mammoth.
    p.s. The color, brown, is the best... It's called a monkey man jacket for a reason.

    • Gift:
    • No
    • Fit:
    • Feels true to size
    • Sleeve Length:
    • Feels true to length
    • Chest Size:
    • Feels true to size

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (1 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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    Dec

    30

    2007

    (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    No warmer fleece out there.

    By My desert holiday

    from SLC,Utah

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Breathable
    • Durable
    • Lightweight
    • Warm

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Casual Wear
      • Cold Weather
      • Extreme Conditions
      • Hiking and Camping

      Comments about Mountain Hardwear Monkey Man Fleece Jacket - Men's:

      Very warm just put it under a shell if there's wind. It's not wind proof and it makes no claims to be. Great for backpacking in southern utah in the middle of winter.very light and packs fairly small. Not quite as warm as a down sweater but very close and about half the price. I've never touched a monkey but it's as plush as my cat minus the purr!

      • Fit:
      • Feels true to size
      • Sleeve Length:
      • Feels true to length
      • Chest Size:
      • Feels true to size

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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      Oct

      20

      2007

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Great Winter Fleece

      By wilderness hiker

      from Salt Lake City, UT

      About Me Avid Adventurer, Avid climber, Avid Hiker

      Pros

      • Breathable
      • Durable
      • Lightweight
      • Warm

      Cons

      • Sleeves are short

      Best Uses

      • Casual Wear
      • Cold Weather
      • Extreme Conditions
      • Hiking and Camping
      • Staying warm in your bag

      Comments about Mountain Hardwear Monkey Man Fleece Jacket - Men's:

      The Monkey Man fleece is a great cold weather option. I bougth mine several years ago, and it's still functional and warm. As some other reviewers have pointed out though, it does lose its loft over time. You really shouldn't wash it until it needs it, as I've found that repeated washings causes the fibers to break-down, thus decreasing its warmth factor. It's great for keeping you warm around town, or at camp, but it has no wind blocking ability - if there's a breeze you'll feel it without a shell. I prefer to use my as a layer to wear while hiking in cold temperatures, and as an additional layer to wear to sleep in when the mercury plumits. Wearing it while you sleep easily ups the warmth factor, and you'll wake toasty, but comfortable. The fleeces dries fairly quickly if wet, and deflects small amounts of moisture, but I wouldn't count on using it if you're caught in a down-poor in cold weather. One last comment, while the fleece is compressable, it is somewhat bulky, and I tend to use it less on longer trips because a down jacket/vest works even better and is less bulky.

      • Fit:
      • Feels true to size
      • Sleeve Length:
      • Feels too short
      • Chest Size:
      • Feels true to size

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      May

      19

      2009

       
      4.0

      Solid item with a couple of minor flaws.

      By BillMort

      from Raleigh, NC

      About Me Casual Adventurer

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Breathable
      • Comfortable
      • Stylish
      • Warm

      Cons

      • Inadequate Protection
      • Wears Out Quickly

      Best Uses

      • Casual Wear
      • Cold Weather
      • Skiing/Snowboarding

      Comments about Mountain Hardwear Monkey Man Fleece Jacket - Men's:

      I chose black/black XXL. Love the look, style, and warmth. This one didn't have the sleeve thumb holes which are a great addition, BTW. Cons: The fleece tends to mat down and lose it's loft in wear areas. Wish the sleeves were lined, as it is difficult to get on over any long sleeved shirt that isn't "slick". Great as a jacket liner or for kicking around the lodge. Overall an excellent item. Will probably buy a 2nd color.

      • Gift:
      • No
      • Fit:
      • Feels true to size
      • Sleeve Length:
      • Feels true to length
      • Chest Size:
      • Feels true to size

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      Dec

      18

      2008

       
      5.0

      Toasty Warm

      By bowball23

      from Philly Suburbs

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Lightweight
      • Warm

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Casual Wear
        • Cold Weather
        • Hiking and Camping

        Comments about Mountain Hardwear Monkey Man Fleece Jacket - Men's:

        This will keep you very warm on cold days. This fleece with a baselayer and a shell is all you need. I actually get hot if I have everything zippered up. Feels true to size and the thumb holes for the sleeves, are a nice touch.

        • Gift:
        • No
        • Fit:
        • Feels true to size
        • Sleeve Length:
        • Feels true to length
        • Chest Size:
        • Feels true to size

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        Dec

        5

        2008

         
        4.0

        Best fleece that I have ever hade

        By chriseals

        from Bremerton, WA

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Breathable
        • Comfortable
        • Lightweight
        • Warm

        Cons

        • Not Waterproof

        Best Uses

        • Casual Wear
        • Cold Weather
        • Extreme Conditions
        • Hiking and Camping

        Comments about Mountain Hardwear Monkey Man Fleece Jacket - Men's:

        The only problem with this fleece is that it gets matted in the arm pits. That is the only thing I can think of.

        • Gift:
        • No
        • Fit:
        • Feels true to size
        • Sleeve Length:
        • Feels true to length
        • Chest Size:
        • Feels true to size

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        Nov

        19

        2008

         
        5.0

        Best fleece I've ever had!

        By loganellis

        from Portland, OR

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Breathable
        • Comfortable
        • Durable
        • Lightweight
        • Warm

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Casual Wear
          • Cold Weather
          • Extreme Conditions
          • Hiking and Camping

          Comments about Mountain Hardwear Monkey Man Fleece Jacket - Men's:

          I had wanted one of these jackets for a while and finally got one and couldn't be happier with it! It is the warmest fleece I have ever had and is great for everything I do, plus it looks great too! A must have for any one doing anything in the outdoors!

          • Gift:
          • No
          • Fit:
          • Feels true to size
          • Sleeve Length:
          • Feels true to length
          • Chest Size:
          • Feels true to size

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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