Quick and Dirty:
- Montane Minimus Nano Pull-On Jacket
- Montane Minimum Nano Pull-On Pants
- Ultralight, waterproof and breathable!
- Price: Jacket $164, Pants $125
- Weight: 100g (size medium)
- Color available in store: Charcoal
- Pros: Ultralight, packable, comfortable, breathable for running/hiking. Provides emergency protection from rain and wind.
- Cons: No pocket to stash stuff sack or snack. Light layer of protection, not intended as insulation.
- Stats: 15,000 HH waterproof rating, Pre-elasticated hood with stiffened peak, ½ length two-way YKK AQUAGUARD® front zip with internal storm flap, shapes cuffs with partial elastic action, elastics red hem, reflective details.
- Fit: At 5’6” and average build, I wear a size Small in the jacket and Medium in the pants. Anorak-style jacket.
Review:
Pack it and forget about it! The Minimus Nano goes with me on every adventure run, even if there is no rain in the forecast. It’s so lightweight and packable, there is no excuse not to bring it along. Knowing that the Minimus Nano is stashed in my pack gives me the peace of mind that I am at least mildly prepared when unexpected weather strikes, and fully prepared when I know it’s going to rain or snow.
This jacket has provided me with superior wind and rain protection on many a morning run, especially high up in the Coastal range where the powerful wind can be exceptionally brutal! I also own the Minimus Nano Ultralight pants. The zippered ankles and drawstring waist make them easy to pull on and off over running shoes and smaller profile hiking boots. The Minimus Nano pants are as ultralight and packable as the jacket and also fit easily in a running pack, daypack or backpack.
Paired together, the Minimus Nano ultralight jacket and pants comprise the ultimate lightweight hiking, backpacking, trail running emergency weather kit.
Who it’s for:
Anyone who wants to save weight and stay dry when the weather is unpredicatable.
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