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Mountain Hardwear Monkey Woman Fleece Jacket - Women\'s

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    Mountain Hardwear Monkey Woman Fleece Jacket - Women's

    • $79.83 - $150.00
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    Item # 786262

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    Mountain Hardwear Monkey Woman fleece jacket provides superb durability and lightweight protection for backcountry trips and alpine climbing.

    • Polartec® Thermal Pro® Monkey Phur features a high-pile curl on the outside and smooth velour on the inside; this year's version is softer than ever
    • It dries quickly when wet, is highly breathable and resists pilling
    • Polartec Power Stretch® cuffs, wrist panels and waist offer a stretchy, quick-drying seal
    • Zippered hand pockets and a chest pocket hold essentials

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    Item 786262

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    Mountain Hardwear Monkey Woman Fleece Jacket - Women's Specs
    Specification
    Description
    Fabric type
    Polyester / polyester blend
    Multisport
    Polartec Thermal Pro polyester fleece
    No
    No
    No
    Hip-length
    26 inches
    15 ounces
    No
    Women's
    Best use
    Fabric
    Windproof
    Waterproof
    Insulated
    Back length
    Back length (in.)
    Average weight
    Hood
    Gender

    Mountain Hardwear Monkey Woman Fleece Jacket - Women's Customer Reviews

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    Mountain Hardwear Monkey Woman Fleece Jacket - Women's
     
    4.4

    (based on 22 reviews)

    91%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Pros

    • Comfortable (21)
    • Warm (18)
    • Lightweight (14)
    • Breathable (7)
    • Durable (7)

    Cons

    • Not windproof / poor wind protection (4)

    Best Uses

    • Casual wear (18)
    • Cold / extreme (14)
    • Hiking and camping (13)
      • Fit:
      • Feels too small

         

        Feels true to size

         

        95% 

        (20 reviews)

        Feels too big

         
      • Sleeve Length:
      • Feels too short

         

        Feels true to length

         

        90% 

        (19 reviews)

        Feels too long

         
      • Chest Size:
      • Feels too small

         

        Feels true to size

         

        100% 

        (21 reviews)

        Feels too big

         
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Casual/ recreational (13), Avid adventurer (6)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (7), Yes (3)

    REVIEWS

    Reviewed by 22 customers

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    (11 of 11 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Great jacket but you need to care for it

    By mw

    from VA

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    See all my reviews

    Pros

    • Breathable
    • Comfortable
    • Durable
    • Lightweight
    • Warm

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Casual Wear
      • Cold Weather
      • Hiking and Camping

      Comments about Mountain Hardwear Monkey Woman Fleece Jacket - Women's:

      Great jacket! I noticed that the fur was getting matted down by my seat belt. I went to the Mountain Hardware website and saw they had care instructions. No kidding - they say you have to "brush your monkey" to keep the fur like new. Just thought I'd share that info. Enjoy!

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

      (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Monkeys Must Never be Cold!

      By firedup

      from Como, Colorado

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      See all my reviews

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Super Fuzzy
      • Very warm
      • Warm

      Cons

      • Too warm sometimes

      Best Uses

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

      Comments about Mountain Hardwear Monkey Woman Fleece Jacket - Women's:

      I wear this all the time in Colorado. It is the warmest fleece I own (and I have quite a few). Sometimes it is too warm to wear as a layer while snowboarding. Great for wearing around town.

      It does get matted, but a trip thru the washer gets it back to normal. (Usually it's dirty and that is why it mats.)

      I am tall and the sleeves are long enough. The torso is long enough, too. I am 5'10" and 160#. I have an XL and it fits great. (I like my clothes a little baggy and it's perfect.)

      I bought the green one and have been told it looks like I skinned Oscar the Grouch to make my jacket. I suppose I have weird friends!

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

      (6 of 13 customers found this review helpful)

       
      3.0

      Think Twice

      By Gym Rat 64

      from Denver, CO

      About Me Casual Adventurer

      See all my reviews

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Lightweight
      • Warm

      Cons

      • Doesn't Breathe

      Best Uses

      • Casual Wear
      • Cold Weather

      Comments about Mountain Hardwear Monkey Woman Fleece Jacket - Women's:

      This jacket has no inner underarm fabric to prevent strange odors. Even though I did not exercise in this jacket, I could detect an unpleasant odor, just from the fur interacting with my minimal sweat. Careful about what color you get because of the "fuzz" factor - it does come off on your clothing. Also, for the price it should have a hood. I returned this jacket and found a more versatile one that breathes.

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

      (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Like wearing a cloud!

      By ars79mn

      from Minneapolis, MN

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      See all my reviews

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Breathable
      • Comfortable
      • Durable
      • Lightweight
      • Warm

      Cons

        Best Uses

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

        Comments about Mountain Hardwear Monkey Woman Fleece Jacket - Women's:

        I was hesitant to drop a lot of money on this jacket but i've gotten my money out of it already in just a few weeks! I love this jacket! It's so soft and i've been able to wear it casually or camping. It' durable....no damage even when taking a spill when hiking. I find myself wearing all the time. I may have to invest in other colors!

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

        (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Love the Mountain Hardwear Monkey

        By onthemove

        from San Diego

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        See all my reviews

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Durable
        • Lightweight
        • Warm

        Cons

        • Not Waterproof

        Best Uses

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

        Comments about Mountain Hardwear Monkey Woman Fleece Jacket - Women's:

        I picked up a black Mountain Hardwear Monkey Fleece last season, and grumbled at the price, BUT I loved it so much I am ordering another one for this season in a different color.

        These fleeces are soft, comfortable and cozy. You won't regret the purchase!

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

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Worth Every Penny!

        By Yodozi

        from Half Moon Bay, CA

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        See all my reviews

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Warm

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Casual Wear
          • Cold Weather
          • Hiking and Camping

          Comments about Mountain Hardwear Monkey Woman Fleece Jacket - Women's:

          I don't write a lot of reviews, but I couldn't help myself with this one. I bought this jacket looking for something incredibly warm and cozy and it does not disappoint. This is definitely the warmest jacket I own. It's warmer than some of the down jackets. Hard to believe, I know. I'm always cold but with this, I'm nice and snuggly. It's great for a "grab and go" type of clothing for running errands or walking the dog. It's also nice in outdoor conditions too. I recently took it with me on a spring camping trip to Yosemite where the temperatures were dropping to the 30s at night. I wore this all day long and event slept with it on some nights. Looking back, it probably kept me from having a miserably cold camping experience. I enjoy this jacket so much, I'm tempted to by another one just for fun! Don't be afraid to wash it. Just follow the directions and it's easy peasy.

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

          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          Great coat

          By Summit86

          from Philadelphia, PA

          About Me Casual/ Recreational

          See all my reviews

          Pros

          • Breathable
          • Comfortable
          • Durable
          • Lightweight
          • Warm

          Cons

          • Sleeves too short

          Best Uses

          • Casual Wear
          • Cold Weather

          Comments about Mountain Hardwear Monkey Woman Fleece Jacket - Women's:

          Love this jacket. I wish I had read some more reviews, I may have gotten a larger size. My household likes the cooler side of the thermostat so this jacket is perfect both indoors and outdoors! It is more comfortable than a sweatshirt and the neck has the fur lining as well, so its great to tuck yourself into against the wind!

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

          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          I love my Monkey!

          By AKclimber

          from Grand Junction, CO

          About Me Casual/ Recreational

          See all my reviews

          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Warm

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Casual Wear
            • Cold Weather
            • Hiking and Camping

            Comments about Mountain Hardwear Monkey Woman Fleece Jacket - Women's:

            I use this jacket as an everyday layer and it's never let me down. It does require some care, a wash every now and then followed by a brushing with a soft bristled brush, but I don't mind caring for my gear. It's warmer than I expected it to be and so cozy, I rarely take it off. I like that it doesn't have a hood and I've never had any problems with the weird odors other reviewers mentioned. I thought the price was right compared to other fleeces of its weight, and I would highly recommend it.

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

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            love this jacket (6 feet tall review)

            By tall girl

            from Puyallup, WA

            See all my reviews

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Comfortable

            Cons

              Best Uses

                Comments about Mountain Hardwear Monkey Woman Fleece Jacket - Women's:

                I am 6 feet tall female, 165#, long arms, broad shoulders, slim...this jacket fits great. I bought the black XL and the sleeves and body are nice and long. The waist is not tight in the XL but still slimming. The large was just not quite long enough for me so went with xl, glad I did! So comfortable, washes/drys great, lays perfect when on, nice and smooth, roomy enough to be comfortable in all situations. Get many compliments.

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

                (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                1.0

                Not great as a mid-layer

                By kburke

                from Denver, CO

                See all my reviews

                Comments about Mountain Hardwear Monkey Woman Fleece Jacket - Women's:

                I liked the looks of this jacket and it was warm. However I wore it several times skiing and each time the sleeves twisted and rode up my arms under my ski jacket. Also the stretchy material started pilling after wearing it only a few times. I ended up returning it and will look for a different brand fleece mid-layer.

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