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Montane Minimus Jacket
The Montane Minimus Jacket is an ultralight, windproof, waterproof, and highly breathable jacket for activities where grams matter. Thanks to its incredibly low weight and perfect packability, you will hardly feel it in your backpack, and it will become a permanent part of your gear list. The jacket can be packed into its chest pocket.
Extremely lightweight men's waterproof and breathable jacket.
Minimus Jacket
The Minimus Jacket is a rightful staple in Montane's range for several years now. We ourselves had this piece while hiking across Iceland in 2017, and since then it has undergone several improvements.
The main domain of this jacket is its really low weight and excellent packability, making it suitable mainly for shorter treks as well as long-distance trails, travel, and mountain running.
The jacket is constructed from a 2,5-layer Pertex® Shield material with a water column of 20 000 mm and a breathability of 20 000 g/m2/24 hours, which can be considered above standard for waterproof jackets. All seams are carefully taped with waterproof micro strips that do not reduce the breathability of the jacket.
Jacket fit and all the features are designed so that nothing restricts you during active movement, whether it’s running or walking slowly.
Features
- technical construction prevents the hem of the jacket from riding up when you raise your arms
- ergonomically tailored sleeves for easy movement
- fully adjustable hood with drawcords at three points
- size of the hood is adjustable and can be pulled over a climbing helmet
- easily adjustable hood with one hand, the hood can be packed using a Velcro strap
- main front zipper is waterproof AquaGuard (covered with an inner protective flap with a drainage channel)
- top end of the main front zipper is covered with fabric for safety reasons
- chest pocket has a YKK waterproof AquaGuard zipper (covered with an inner protective flap and a drainage channel)
- large mesh chest pocket, e.g. for a map
- at the end of the sleeves, there is a Velcro cuff sewn in, which serves to protect the hands in adverse weather
- drawstring at the bottom hem of the jacket prevents heat loss
- reflective details are distributed around the entire perimeter of the jacket
- chest pocket also serves as a stuff sack for packing the jacket
Our experience
When packing for shorter trips, we often hesitate whether to take our classic (heavier and less packable) waterproof jacket or leave it at home. We won't lie, there have been several times when the weather forecast turned 180° and we regretted not having the waterproof jacket with us.
With the low weight and perfect packability of the Minimus jacket, this dilemma practically disappears, as you will hardly feel it in your backpack. Unlike heavy waterproof jackets, you won’t mind carrying it with you, even if you don't end up using it. It will become a permanent part of your gear list.
We had the Minimus Jacket with us during our hike across of Iceland in 2017, where they really proved themselves.
Our recommendation
Since it is an ultralight 2,5-layer piece, it is not suitable to wear the jacket for an extended period under a heavy backpack (approx. over 10 kg). This could lead to rapid wear of the material in the shoulder area. For a heavier backpack, we recommend opting for a waterproof jacket with a 3-layer construction – Montane Phase Lite Jacket.
Definitely don't forget to wash your jacket with a suitable detergent after a few activities (Atsko Sport Wash 1000 ml) – this will extend its lifespan. Salt, sweat, and dirt can decrease the performance and lifespan of ultralight materials and waterproof membranes.
Parameters
- Weight (size M): 188 g
- Material: 15 denier® Pertex Shield (100% nylon)
- Material construction: 2,5-layer
- Zipper type: YKK AquaGuard
- Waterproofness: 20 000 mm
- Breathability: 20 000 g/m2/24 hours
- Recommended load: around 10 kg
- Usage: trekking, running, cycling
High collar
A sufficiently high collar around the neck that protects against the cold. The zipper ends are covered with a flap to prevent scratching the chin.
Cuff sleeves
Thanks to the Velcro cuffs, your sleeves won't keep rolling up and letting heat escape.
Adjustable hood
You can tighten the hood as needed with the elastic drawcord. It won't fall into your eyes here, and it can also be pulled over a climbing helmet.
Bottom hem
By tightening the bottom hem of the jacket, you will prevent unnecessary heat loss and unpleasant riding up of the hem during movement.
Chest pocket
A spacious chest pocket can hold a map and other small items. It is protected by a waterproof zipper.
Packable into a pocket
The jacket packed into the chest pocket takes up minimal space.
Product data
Montane Minimus Jacket
Usage
SizeS
ColorBlue
Weight188 g
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MaterialPertex Shield DWR (53 g/m², 15D x 40D ripstop nylon)
Water column20000 mm
Breathability20 000 g/m²/24 h
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SizeM, L, XL, S
Other
Jacket typeWaterproof, Windproof
ColorBlue, Black
ManufacturerMontane
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If you are unsure about which size or color to choose, or if you have any other questions, feel free to contact us via email or directly in the online chat. We are here for you.
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