I am a fan of Mountain Hardwear, but this is a poorly designed jacket. Mountain Hardwear calls it "ideal for any climb". It should say "ideal for any climb that you dont lift…
- DAVID, 10/27/12
Seattle, Wa

I'm giving it four stars because the fabric is savvy and this things totally feels bombproof. Serious zippers. Serious fabric. Unfortunately, compared to other MH jackets (…
- Colin, 08/02/12
Vermont

I purchased this jacket for a recent winter overnight on Mt. Washington NH. Wind reached 129 mph on the Lyons Head with -63 wind chill. Jacket worked better than expected, fel…
- mark, 03/11/13
gouldsboro, pa

So this jacket got me through seven straight stormy days on California's Lost Coast. After that trip, and staying dry and warm for 99% of the time, I realized how awesome this…
- Elizabeth, 02/25/13

I have the Mountain Hardwear Men's Onata Jacket in Blue and looks great!…
- Rootul, 05/23/13

I love this jacket for winter running. It is wind proof and perfect size for some thin wicking layers underneath. The half-glove cuffs are amazing and makes it so much easier…
- JO HENRIK, 01/03/12
OSLO, NORWAY

This is my new favorite article of clothing! Great wind protection, packs up to the size of a fist (maybe two...), and the cuffs with the glove compartments and the thumb hol…
- NICOLE, 01/10/13
WILLIAMSBURG

I've used this jacket for a year in all kinds of conditions from light summer drizzle, to alpine storms sleeting sideways. Switched over from goretex proshell mainly motivated…
- Michael, 09/04/12
Sydney

I recently used this jacket skiing for a week in Colorado. It is more of a top layer waterproof jacket, so don't intent on just wearing the jacket. Just a fleece underneath ke…
- Aaron, 12/27/12
Ardmore,Ok (saving money for climbing)

The Mountain Hardwear Men's Alakazam Jacket is a little pricey but definitely worth it. This jacket looks great and is super comfortable.…
- Rootul, 05/23/13

...if you care about weight and breathability, that is. If you're someone who needs a hardshell, you should be using eVent or DryQ, period. The breathability difference over G…
- Will, 07/08/12
San Francisco, CA

First, this jacket is awesome and extremely warm. I used it on my Mt Washington winter ascent and it held through -55 windchill no problem. However, the sizing is a bit diffe…
- Danny, 02/22/12

Great on coldest winter days. Standing at the dog park with Fido or walking around the block, Stay warm when the wind blows from the north in this great fitting jacket. Best h…
- stewart, 09/21/11
48322

This jacket lives up to the Mountain Hardwear name in quality and durability. I have never had any problem with this jacket taking on water or making me wet in any way. It i…
- Eric, 12/20/11
Austin, TX

What a great product, I first saw this at our local outfitter store, but they wanted double the price that Moosejaw wanted and they are not as cool. I use the jacket for casu…
- Jeff, 01/07/13
Knoxville

I wear this jacket at work in a very professional setting. I wear it all day long and don't get too hot. I love this fleece. Perfect for dry slightly chilly weather. The grid…
- Amanda, 12/20/12
Iowa City

The jacket is very warm and soft. I use it on hikes in the cold weather and then as a pillow in my sleeping bag. Great jacket and is great to wear around town. I like this…
- Brian, 12/21/11

Being new to Northeast winters I knew I needed to get a warm everyday jacket and wanted to stick with MH as they have always done right in my eyes. I received this jacket and…
- Sean, 12/12/11

The Ghost Whisperer competes with the Patagonia Ultralight Down Jacket, and some of Mont-Bell's offerings. Mont-Bell was the only player for years, but MH and Patagonia have u…
- Kevin, 09/25/12

My husband had been searching for a down jacket thin enough to fit under his Kepler, he tried several jackets, but they were either too puffy or too long. The Ghost Whisperer…
- Sharnee', 02/22/13

I shopped around for a rugged and warm shell to wear on my trip out to CO. This thing kept me dry and warm and took a pounding. Very breathable to with great ventilation. The…
- William, 11/08/12
Atlanta

When I first received this jacket I was concerned that it's lack of weight would result in a jacket that would not keep me warm. I couldn't have been more wrong. This jacket…
- thomas, 02/01/13

When I first received this jacket I was concerned that it's lack of weight would result in a jacket that would not keep me warm. I couldn't have been more wrong. This jacket…
- thomas, 02/01/13

I approve of this jacket whole heartily. I use this jacket for ski touring & just about any activity where I will perspire and possible get chilled. I recently ice skated…
- ERIC, 01/18/12
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