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GoLite Spectre Jacket

Men's Clothing > Jackets & VestsRated: **** by 8 reviews.

Altrec

A GORE-TEX PacLite® stormshell that weighs under a pound and still offers an internal media pocket, adjustable hood and two-way pit zips.

Features:

  • A high-carbon content coating protects the PTFE membrane from the inside against abrasion and contamination without feeling clammy on the skin. GoLite uses one of the lightest yet strongest of the available PacLite laminates (2.6 oz/ yd², 88 g/ m²)
  • Adjustable Velcro cuffs
  • Adjustable hood with draw cord
  • Engineered specifically to be light and packable; it is the lightest, most packable, durably waterproof, breathable fabric availableT0% more breathable than classic Gore versions like XCR
  • Fabric: The lightest and most packable Gore-Tex waterproof-breathable fabric available
  • Fit: Relaxed
  • Fully seam taped
  • Two-way pit zipsQ5 oz./ 430 g
  • Water-tight zippers

Backcountry.com

Touring can be a tricky activity to plan for, but there’s no doubt that you need a waterproof breathable shell. That’s where the GoLite Men’s Spectre Jacket comes in. GORE-Tex PacLite fabric keeps you dry, and GORE-Tex Performance fabric in the shoulders and arms delivers maximum durability and breathability in critical areas. GoLite gave this three-layer GORE-Tex garment an internal media pocket and two way armpit zips—though, given this jacket’s high breathability you may not even need them.

This description was also provided by: Backcountry.com Outlet

Breathable Rating:Guaranteed
Core Venting:Underarm vents
Hood:Yes
Manufacturer Warranty:Lifetime
Material:[Shell] GORE-Tex PacLite & Performance fabric
Pockets:2 Front, 1 media
Recommended Use:Backcountry touring, snowshoesing, winter camping
Seam Taped:Yes, fully
Waterproof Rating:Guaranteed

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Option Availability:

Use this chart to find which retailer offers this product in the size, color or other options that you desire. Click on the price to purchase.

ColorSize
SmallMediumLargeExtra Large
Garnet / Dark Port
Garnet / Dark Port
  274.95 
Orange Peel/ DK Orange Peel
Orange Peel/ DK Orange Peel
 261.25274.95  
Meridian Blue / Grease
Meridian Blue / Grease
178.72178.72 137.48178.72178.72137.48178.72178.72
Fog / Night
Fog / Night
178.72178.72 178.72178.72178.72178.72
Night
Night
   137.48178.72
Wheatgrass / Grease   137.48

Legend

  •     - Altrec
  •     - Backcountry.com Outlet
  •     - Campsaver.com
  •     - Backcountry.com

GoLite Spectre Jacket Reviews Summary:

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Positive Reviews:

Awesome lightweight jacket

Rating:*****

I've had the GoLite Spectre for about two months now and have used it on a hike up Bear Peak in Boulder Colorado in some cool early morning spring humidity, a jaunt up some mountain trails in a light drizzle, and a full-on downpour riding my bike home from the office...and it's been just what the doctor ordered in all conditions. It's extremely lightweight and packable due to the predominantly Gore-Tex Paclite construction and breathes well enough to keep your temperature regulated during aerobic activity. Good ventilation with the pit zips too and as waterproof as you could ask for. A great piece to take with you just in case the weather turns sour...you sure won't notice it in your pack. I'm 5'11", 155 lbs. and picked up a medium (that fits perfectly) off SAC for about 90 bucks. Can't beat it!

Brock at Backcountry.com on 06/04/2009

excellent rain wear

Rating:*****

This jacket is lightweight and stores very easily in my daypack. I have used it while running, biking, dog walking and hiking and so far am stoked with its performance and design. The air vents are large and provide ample ventilation under all the above conditions. I am 6 ft. and 173 lbs. I have the large and it fits great with enough room for a shell underneath if necessary or even a very lightly loaded daypack in unexpected downpours. When the rain falls I excitedly rush outdoors to enjoy the abandoned trails from inside this beauty.

Jason Fox at Backcountry.com on 05/27/2009

GOLITE Spectre Jacket

Rating:*****
The Golite Spectre Jacket in M fits me perfectly. I am 5'11 at 160LB; used it in the Wind Rivers Range while hiking during an 8 hour down poor. The hood is very functional. It has two drawstrings, one on the top and one near the collar so you can adjust it for a perfect fit. The jacket is also super light. I recommend it! Dan
Dan Maitzen at Backcountry.com Outlet on 08/19/2009

Fantasttic jacket

Rating:*****
This jacket saved me from pouring rain on several occasions in the backcountry. It's light and easily packs into a small size. I've had it for five years now and no leaks. Great jacket!
Anonymous at Altrec on 07/27/2009

nice color

Rating:****
the jacket is light and looks pretty good
Mei at Altrec on 05/05/2009

Neutral Reviews:

Good Rain shell; Pockets useless with a hipbelt

Rating:***

Great jacket, excellent hood, stood up to 4+ hours of heavy rain with only a little leakage around the wrists. My only complaint is that the pockets are completely useless with a hip belt. I got a great deal on from SAC, so I'm happy with it. But I don't know why anyone would make a shell that wasn't hip belt friendly.

and2834189 at Backcountry.com on 10/07/2009