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Rei Taku Jacket

Women's Clothing > Jackets & VestsRated: ***** by 4 reviews. Also available for: Men

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The REI Taku jacket is a versatile option for your backcountry pursuits. Waterproof, breathable stretch fabric provides the ultimate in comfort and the ultimate in protection.

  • Great for aerobic activities in cold conditions when you may encounter windy, wet weather; use it for alpine touring, climbing, snowshoeing and spring skiing
  • Seam-taped, breathable 3-layer REI Element® laminate blocks rain and winds to 60 mph; shoulders and hood are reinforced to resist abrasion and shed weather
  • 4-way stretch fabrics and an athletic fit let you move without restriction
  • Core body vents let you regulate body temperature and are positioned to remain clear of pack straps
  • Storm hood with side and rear adjustments cinches down for a close fit and unhindered peripheral vision
  • Wind guard backs main zipper; chin guard protects sensitive skin
  • All zippers are welded and water resistant
  • Drawcord hem and adjustable cuffs
  • 2 hand pockets and 1 chest pocket

Average weight:22.9 ounces
Back length:27 inches
Gender:Women's
Shell fabric:(Hood, shoulders, sleeves) polyester ripstop/(jacket body) polyester interlock
Waterproof:Yes
Waterproofing:Waterproof breathable laminate

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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.

SizeColor
Peruvian Blue / Tahitian Bl
Peruvian Blue / Tahitian Bl
Crown Purple / Jewelberry
Crown Purple / Jewelberry
Black / Black
Black / Black
Extra Small209.00209.00209.00
Small209.00209.00209.00
Medium209.00209.00209.00
Large209.00209.00209.00
Extra Large209.00209.00209.00

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Rei Taku Jacket Reviews Summary:

RatingNumber
of Reviews
*****3
****0
***1
**0
*0
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Positive Reviews:

Great Summer/Winter Jacket

Rating:*****
I had the old one just before this one. They fixed all my minor issuse with it in this one. My old one the velco delaminated - the new ones can't. The hood it is a better shape, the cuffs a a wee bit longer so no more breezes up the wrists in the winter.

Used it in torential rains, x-country skiing, hiking, does not stuff small but is light. Ice climbed, hiked, skied, boated, rafted, biked, ziplinned... it's a great all around jacket. Prefect jacket in Alaska, Seattle, & Hawaii.

It was not warm when it got down to -18 last winter with only 1 mid layer...but then I did not expect it to be - was suprised that it was even wareable without freezing under those condisions. I think its the windproofness.

In the winter must keep the pockets zipped when trying to stay warm - but they are a great way to let more air in when your 2 warm.

Not AS stylish as Acr'Teryx.- no other possable complaints. It is of course 1/2 the price at least.
Sno in AK at REI on 10/13/2009

Love this jacket

Rating:*****
Great jacket for wet weather.

I wanted a rain coat that was simple, fit well and didn't have the plastic feel and sound to it. The material has a nice feel and subtle pattern to it (I have the black one). It is warmer than you'd expect for a raincoat, and the vents are handy if you start feeling too warm. It'd be nice if the hood detached, but then being a rain coat it makes sense it doesn't.

One minor complaint is the hood visor needs to be tucked when not in use, or it sticks out and hits the back of your head when the hood is down. Maybe it'll relax more once I have used it longer.

Love this jacket though! Glad to have found it on sale.
jnew925 at REI on 10/13/2009

Best Light Jacket

Rating:*****
This a fantastic and versatile jacket. I bought it when I lived in Montana and it was great for the summer and the fall. Now I live in hot, humid Texas and it's great in the rain, even when it's really hot. The fabric is very breathable as well.

And it's really cute! It's great outside and perfect for casual wear as well.
I love mountains and my dog at REI on 10/05/2009

Neutral Reviews:

Pocket vs. Vent Placement Confusion

Rating:***
Major nuisance is that the pockets and vents around the side waist are the same length as each other and the same angle. I often unzip a side vent to slide in my cell phone, thinking it's a pocket, and end up dropping the phone to the ground!
Natalia Hacerola at REI on 11/01/2009