New Marmot active insulation

Finally released,

It seem they forgot to add the face fabric specs 20,30D and the Evolve gsm.

At that price is a good alternative.


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I haven’t considered marmot in a while, but that looks like a solid choice with the face fabric.
 
I just bought the new Outdoor Vitals too... I bought the black diamond alpine start insulated (which I believe is still on sale on multiple sites) but returned it due to I think its too loud for bowhunting but it would offer great wind protection and seems durable. If I knew the specs on this one, it would be intriguing. I feel I'm gonna miss not having hand pockets on the Outdoor Vitals.
 
I was researching this too. From what I can tell though it’s just the face fabric and shell….

I’ve been looking at the FL Navigator too, same ish face fabric but feels like it has some synthetic down insulation behind it which would make it a tad warmer.

The marmot has a “puffy” look to it as well…any other insulation in there?

Edit: FL description reads same. Just active fleece fabric.
 
Looks like a pretty good piece, and Marmot makes quality stuff at a good price. I would try this if I didn’t already have that slot filled in my kit. I definitely would size down compared to that model, closer to skin fit to allow another layer on top.
 
Anyone have more info? This is essentially the Sitka ambient, but can’t tell if this is the 100 or what… shell rating and evolve weight would be great details for them to post! Haha
 
I emailed them to ask those questions and never got a response. But given the weight of it o would guess it’s more like a 75? I ordered one last night to try
 
I have this jacket and the previous model they made. This one is a big step up in the durability of the face fabric. I wore the older model out in 6 months. I can’t compare it to the Sitka having never owned one but it’s way warmer than a peloton 240 if that helps.
 
I emailed them to ask those questions and never got a response. But given the weight of it o would guess it’s more like a 75? I ordered one last night to try
Have you received it yet? Anything to share yet? Also, if you have see/felt the ambient 100 from Sitka, i would be very curious how it compares both from insulation and also if it various in sound (is it more, less, same) level of quietness
 
Have you received it yet? Anything to share yet? Also, if you have see/felt the ambient 100 from Sitka, i would be very curious how it compares both from insulation and also if it various in sound (is it more, less, same) level of quietness
It arrived last last night. So I’ll check it out today once I’m home from work. I have the original Sitka ambient which is a 150. I’ve had the Sitka ambient 75 and I also have the new OV layer so I think I’ll be able to give it a decent review.
 
Fantastic! I appreciate it so much! I have the ambient 200 and absolutely love it, but for hunting, it is my cold weather mid layer…so limited use… but I can wear it as a jacket around…would love to find a great hiking jacket but also a little more insulation than the fanatic hoodie…which I also have….
 
I have this jacket and the previous model they made. This one is a big step up in the durability of the face fabric. I wore the older model out in 6 months. I can’t compare it to the Sitka having never owned one but it’s way warmer than a peloton 240 if that helps.
How is the wind resistance?
 
I am going off the assumption this is very close to the ambient line at Sitka and this is not meant as wind protection… VERY breathable… wind blows right through it
 
Have you received it yet? Anything to share yet? Also, if you have see/felt the ambient 100 from Sitka, i would be very curious how it compares both from insulation and also if it various in sound (is it more, less, same) level of quietness
All right, I got my hands on it, it feels very similar to the outdoor vital piece, but maybe a touch lighter? It obviously does not have the grid fleece to it just wearing it around the house. It is very quiet and nothing notable compared to the second ambient or the outdoor vital one I have not used it out in the field yet, so I cannot speak to how it does breathe ability or warmth wise. My initial thoughts are it’s very similar to the sitka ambient 75.
 
Seems pretty decent with wind resistance but it’s for the most part been under rain gear this season. Probably 60/40. I’ll have a better idea once I get some ski touring in with it. Initially though I think its pretty good. I’m happy with it so far.
 
All right, I got my hands on it, it feels very similar to the outdoor vital piece, but maybe a touch lighter? It obviously does not have the grid fleece to it just wearing it around the house. It is very quiet and nothing notable compared to the second ambient or the outdoor vital one I have not used it out in the field yet, so I cannot speak to how it does breathe ability or warmth wise. My initial thoughts are it’s very similar to the sitka ambient 75.
This is great, thanks! I was hoping it was closer to the 100, but that makes sense with the weight…now I need to decide if I want to save some and get a ~75 or spend more for the 100! Haha! Thanks for the review!
 
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