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The Montbell Ex Light Thermawrap Insulated Jacket is lightweight, minimalist, and highly versatile.
Montbell says:
Lightweight, packable and highly stretchy materials provide excellent breathability and moderate heat retention to maintain comfort while on the move. Utilizes synthetic Stretch EXCELOFT insulation to deliver warmth, stretch, and quick-drying properties. Excels as a middle layer in winter and as an outer layer in spring, fall and at high elevations in summer.
(Unfortunately, we are unable to ship MontBell products outside of the UK)
Our Verdict
At just 184 grams (medium size), this jacket offers moderate warmth with exceptional breathability, making it ideal for fast-paced activities in cold conditions. The Stretch EXCELOFT synthetic insulation provides reliable warmth while allowing for a full range of movement. The back, sides, and sleeves are designed to stretch, ensuring the jacket moves with you during intense activities like climbing or trail running. The thin insulation is best suited for high-output efforts over a base layer.
The jacket's minimalist design is reflected in its shorter cut, which stops at the belt line to optimise mobility. The seamless face fabric enhances wind resistance and prevents heat loss, while features like the zip end guard add comfort. Practical details include two hand pockets, a chest pocket, and an included stuff sack for easy packing.
If you're looking for a lightweight, packable jacket, the Ex Light Thermawrap excels as a middle or outer layer, depending on the conditions. Its streamlined design prioritises performance and movement over bulk, making it perfect for fast and light missions.
- Reviewed by Basecamp Gear
Features
- Heat-retaining Stretch EXCELOFT insulation is highly stretchy, quick-drying, and delivers excellent loft resilience
- Seamless face fabric helps keep out wind and effectively retains heat
- Back, sleeves and sides stretch to follow body movements even during intense activities such as climbing
- Sewn Through Construction keeps insulation in place while lightening the weight
- Zip End Guard protects your chin and face
- 3 zippered pockets (2 hand pockets, 1 left chest pocket)
- Stuff sack included
Specifications
- Small weighs: 176g
- Medium weighs: 184g
- Large weighs: 197g
- XLarge weighs: 213g
- Compressed size: 3.7 x 6.4 cm / 10 x 16 in
Material & Construction
- 20-denier Ballistic Airlight® nylon ripstop (water repellent finish)
- Lining: 12-denier Ballistic Airlight® nylon ripstop (water repellent finish)
- Insulation: Stretch EXCELOFT® (polyester), 25g/㎡
