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With amazing 4-way, allover stretch and lightweight, high-performance 2.5-layer fabric, the Stretch Ozonic wet-weather backpacking shell excels on rugged trails in difficult, wet conditions.
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View all Mountain Hardwear Women's Multi-Sport Rain JacketsBest Use | Backpacking Hiking |
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Fabric | Unavailable |
Windproof | Yes |
Waterproof | Yes |
Type of Waterproofing | Dry Q. Active waterproof breathable laminate |
Hood | Yes |
Back Length | Hip-length |
Gender | Women's |
Weight | 8.4 |
XS | S | M | L | XL | 1X | 2X | 3X | |
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Numerical Size | 0-2 | 4-6 | 8-10 | 12-14 | 16 | 16 - 18 | 20 - 22 | 24 - 26 |
Chest | 32-33 | 34-35 | 36-37 | 38.5-40 | 41.5 | 43 - 45 | 47 - 49 | 51 - 53 |
Sleeve Length | 30-31 | 31-32 | 32-33 | 33-34 | 34 | 32 | 32.75 | 33.5 |
Waist | 25-26 | 27-28 | 29-30 | 31-33 | 34.5 | 36 - 38 | 40 - 42 | 44 - 46 |
Hip | 35-36 | 37-38 | 39-40 | 40-41.5 | 43-44.5 | 45 - 47 | 49 - 51 | 53 - 55 |
Measurements are stated in inches unless otherwise indicated.
SHORT: 30 inch inseam.
REGULAR: 32 inch inseam.
LONG: 34 inch inseam.
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I'm 5' 8" and around 125lbs, I bought the XS and it fit perfectly. I have a bit broader shoulders and a bigger bust than usually fits in an XS but this jacket fit like a glove. It is long enough that it goes over my booty so that when it repels water it falls off to the ground and not onto my pants. I do have a shorter torso though! Have used for hiking, backpacking, camping, and rainy days around town. In the picture I am wearing a base layer and my Ghost Whisperer down jacket under this jacket. Because my hands are in the pockets the jacket pulling it forward it looks much tighter than it usually is. Love how light and stretchy it is while still remaining totally waterproof!
I decided to invest in a lightweight, high-quality shell. I settled on the Stretch Ozonic after speaking with a few employees at the Mountain Hardware employee store. I wore it on a few short hikes and during a few light showers around town, and it performed well. Flash forward to my 3 week backpacking trip in Patagonia. This jacket soaks through in under 45 minutes. Worse was when it soaked through and then soaked the down jacket I had on underneath. The entire trip I cursed myself for splurging on an 'upgrade' while my husband stayed warm and dry in his $50 Marmot Precip. If you're looking for a nice, lightweight coat for short outings or runs in the rain, this is a winner. If you'll be backpacking or commuting in a downpour, look elsewhere - the material soaks through. Kudos to MH for their wonderful warranty - they gave me a full refund to purchase different gear.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I picked this jacket up in preparation for a week in Kauai, as well as gearing up for backpacking season. I chose it for its light weight and breathability, since Kauai would be warm but wet. It held up great and was perfect to toss in my day bag for adventures around the island and the sporadic downpours that can come from nowhere! I look forward to trail testing this summer on weekend backpacking trips. The lightness and packability is a perfect for me, as I don't want to carry a lot of weight and don't plan to go out in extreme weather, but want a little protection just in case. This jacket is an excellent option, and I'm glad I chose it!
The jacket performed well in light rain for up to 30 minutes. However, in heavy rain mixed with snow, after 15 minutes the water seeped through the fabric. I will be returning this jacket.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I bought this jacket more for light rainwear and have had it for over a year now, close to a year and a half. I love the way it fits, I got it in black and it goes well with any jeans. When I first got it the jacket seemed to do pretty well at keeping out the rain, but as I have continued to wear it 3-4 times weekly I've noticed that in heavy rain the rain tends to seep through the jacket instead of rolling off of it. I still love the jacket and wear it often on brisk days as a lightweight jacket and it does wonderfully for that. Ultimately it has been replaced by a heavier duty rain jacket for rainy days though.
I want to love this jacket as much as I did when I first put it on, but I took it out for a serious test drive on a wild stormy day on a beach in Maine. Most of me came back dry, but the front of the vest I wore under my jacket was wet. I can't tell if it was from water dripping in from above or from the zipper failing to keep water out. This jacket looks great. It's super light and packable. The fabric is amazingly comfortable. The hood works really well. And it was quiet and protective on a very windy day up on the ridge near Katahdin. I'm still hopeful on a typical day when I'm not playing in the open on a windy, rainy day, it will perform as it should and keep me 100% dry.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was hesitant to pay this much for a rain jacket but do not regret it! The fabric is amazing - as comfortable and "soft" as a waterproof jacket can be - not "crunchy/stiff" like most rain shells. I got a medium but based on my waist and hip measurements was on the fence between medium and large -- definitely glad I went medium bc even that fits loosely. I thought about returning for a small but that would be pretty fitted with a fleece layered under it, so I kept the medium. (For reference: 5'6" and 133; bust 34" (so jacket was boxy on top but not the fault of the product!); waist/hips about 30/40".)
I could not be happier with the Stretch Ozonic Jacket in Dynasty. The Dynasty is a sharp looking Cobalt blue with slightly softer touches making it look clean cut but not obnoxiously loud. The spiffy 40D face fabric allowed me stuff it into my daypack for a week long trip, yet pull it out on day 8 without a single wrinkle allowing me to look great on the town! Score!! Being 5'10 with broad shoulders and a smaller waist I ordered a Large and I'm very pleased to report that it fits great over layers, is not to baggy in the body while fitting my shoulders and looks slim without layers, how is all of this possible in one jacket!? Thank You Mountain Hardware for making a product I can use everywhere.
Bought the Ozonic with the Thermostatic puffy for hiking and city layering. Got the raspberry which is surprisingly cute and even a little subtle. Took it to the Canadian Rockies for 2 weeks of hiking. First day turned a corner on a 5 hour hike and hit sheets of sleet. Warm and waterproof thru 2 hours of this attack. Yesterday went scrambling up a windy mountain and I got scared so did a lot of rock hugging. Not a mark on this jacket. Highly recommend. On sizing - many brands inflate their sizes but Mt Hardware doesn't. For example I am a small in Eddie Bauer, Medium in Mt. Hardware.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have one of the older versions of this coat in the storm color which I purchased for hiking in Ireland. Wanted something lightweight and waterproof to stuff in my backpack and still leave plenty of room and this fit the bill. The blue grey color also went with everything on a limited luggage trip. I have worn the jacket many, many times since then as I hike with my two dogs daily rain or shine. It's great when it's hot but rainy as this is pretty breathable and the hood works well. Since then I recently purchased a newer version of this jacket in the flashlight color and I love it more! Has an extra pocket in the chest area and the armpit zippers are in the right place which is something people complained about.