Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer! The best lightweight down jacket?!!??!
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- čas přidán 7. 09. 2024
- Really, my favourite piece of gear! Definitely the piece of gear I use the most. My mountain hardwear ghost whisperer! I have the hooded version. Hands down, the best piece of gear I've bought. Quite possibly the best lightweight down jacket! More than a few repair patches have been added over the last few years, but thats what happens when you have fires at camp, and take gear on trail. I love this thing!!
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Loving the down babushka look. You're the one who convinced me of the ghost whisperer and it definitely is the best ultralight, full zip, and hooded down jacket!
The babushka look is going to be the new fad, just watch!
I carry an Enlightened Equipment Torrid Apex Jacket all year long in my pack. It is a synthetic jacket and I got mine for $150 on sale which is $25 off normal price. It is my favorite piece of gear that I have in my pack. I would not trade it for any other jacket on the market. It is around 7ounces and is very warm. I wear it everywhere in all seasons. Happy Hiking
I've got a few buddies with fhe torrid jackets, and they're definitely nice!
The hood on those things is what I’ve always liked.
The hood is fantastic! Keeps my dome nice and warm!
Great jacket, no question! I have a Patagonia Ultralight Down Jacket that is somewhat similar. Use it all the time in for 3 seasons. I wish I got a hood for it, like you did. Nice benefit. The black color you chose also hides any tape usage when tears occur, so that was a good choice. I enjoy your videos and common sense approach. 👍🏻
The hood is a huge game changer for sure, and you're totally right on the black colour masking the patches :)
Those Patagonia jackets are amazing as well. The nano puff was on my short list as well as the ghost whisperer. Great jacket!
came here to learn more about the Ghost Whisperer... found out about tenacious tape.... nice. +1
That stuff is a must have for any backpacker, so many uses! :) Glad you enjoyed!
I would recommend checking out the Decathlon.
65.00 usd. 800 fill, ykk zips.
Hood, pockets, draw cord bottom.
My homie Justin keeps raving about the Decathlon jackets, and I will absolutely get one if my ghost whisperer ever fails on me :) Such a great deal on the decathlon jackets!
Love the color black on this jacket. The new Ghosts Whisperer 2 only has a "Void" color instead of black.... which does not look totally black from what I can tell. Thanks!
I actually wasn't even aware the new version didn't come in black, thats a huge bummer!
I believe a puffy jacket is a must in the Canadian Rockies! I decided to just bring a fleece on our North Coast hike a few years ago and regretted that decision too. Now I always bring one. Two weeks ago coming off Brazeau Loop it was -3 our last morning. That’s the middle of August!That’s puffy jacket weather. Lol.
Yea, those cool alpine mornings will get ya if you're not prepared for them! How was your trip through the Braz? I was just through that area a month ago when I came over Cataract Pass and out Nigel Creek. Had some cool evenings and mornings that definitely made me happy I had my puffy with me
The hike thru Brazeau Loop was amazing! Jonas shoulder was crazy. We hiked out of the fog to that valley dappled in sunlight shining through low hanging cloud. Got to meet Marty and Eric at Brazeau Lake and have good conversation around the fire. I’ve been a subscriber of Marty’s for a few years. I’ve known one of the guys you hike with for a bit too. I watched your Skyline video yesterday and was surprised to see Buddy M on the video. Lol. I’m curious about Wanda’s blanket and food/water bowls. What brand are they and does she carry it all?
Thanks Matty! I just picked mine up on their website for $210.00. Thanks for the review.
Thats a great deal! Glad you enjoyed:)
I have the same jacket and another one OR, which is as good. Also thanks for the heads up about tenacious tape now I know how to fix a rip it that happens,, Thanks Matty,
Tenacious tape is a life saver with some of these super light fabrics! Ive patched holes in sleeping bags, tents, jackets etc.. Wicked stuff!
It’s def on my shortlist, also looking at a Patagonia micro or nano puff just so I don’t need to worry so much about it getting wet. Really torn between which to get.
You really can't go wrong with either! Both companies make exceptional gear! I'm not sure how well the hydrophobic down works, as I've never had wet down gear. Maybe I should try that sometime. Just soak myself with the hose and see what happens with the ghost whisperer
Hey Marty, you may want to check out the Outdoor Research Transcendent Down Beanie. It’s only $45. As for a jacket I use the Rab Xenon X synthetic fill jacket
I'm gonna have to do some looking around and check one of those out!
Those Rab jackets are hella nice! Great choice!
Matty, you want a 2nd one? Mtn Hardware 50% off sale...like now lol. Non hooded $199CAD, Hooded $211CAD... (both whisperer 2’s) just picked one up myself. You’ll have to deal with the purple or green but, hey...I’ll take that over $400+ a piece any day 👍🏼
I don't think a 2nd jacket is in my near future right now, but that is a heck of a discounted price!
Matty Outdoors yeah that’s fair... I’ve been looking at it for like a year now. This vid and the sale made me pull the trigger so thanks for the input and review. In my eyes 2 bills is still steep but better than the alternative. Trek on man!
@@wanderingpanda6556 200 for a ghost whisperer is definitely a great deal! If I didn't have a GW, I definitely would be picking one up on that kind of deal :)
Nice review - I like this jacket
Thanks! I'm a big fan as well :)
Do you have one?
Not jet - I am considering bying one or maybe a Montbell down jacket 😊
Hey Matty I am new to the channel here. I am wondering if you have tired out the Fjallraven Keb Touring Down Jacket? I am considering that and the Ghost Whisperer. I am sure both are excellent jackets. Thanks and I look forward to learning more about hiking and gear on your channel.
I haven't had a chance to try out the Keb down jacket, but have no doubt its an absolutely bomber piece of gear. Fjallraven makes some of the nicest gear out there for sure!
And, thanks for the support, glad you're enjoying the channel so far :)
I'm buying the ghost.
Nice!!! Can't go wrong!
Matt how delicate is this jacket. I ordered but I’m worried it will snag easily and get ruined as I planned to wear this as my winter coat too. Is this more delicate than North Face Thermoball or Patagonia Mirco Puff/Nano puffer jackets?
where do we buy the the tenacious tape??? We live in the U.S. Is there an equivalent we can buy here?
You should be able to order it on Amazon. The brand is gear aid
FOUND them, ordered them! Much appreciated!
I'm a bigger guy, 6', 260lbs. Very broad shoulders.
Have tried on the GW a few times and it just doesn't fit me.
Still looking for a hooded down jacket that fits me well.
Thats super unfortunate!! I'm the complete opposite, 5'10 150, so the slimmer fit is what I need.
Have you checked out the patagonia nanopuff? I found it a lot less slim fitting then the ghost whisperer
@@MattyOutdoors I haven't. Will check it out. Thanks for the suggestion!
Love your channel BTW!
Hopefully it works out for ya!
And thank you, I very much appreciate that! :)
Not as light as GW, but may also want to check TNF Summit Series L3 (I believe it is the correct lettering). 800 down, pretty light, packs in its own pocket and a more generous cut on shoulders. A friend of mine is 6'3", 265lbs very broad shoulder and he wears a 2xl for a comfortable fit.
I got mine today for 40% off at REI.
That is a wicked deal! Congrats!
Wow. Lucky!
Martyupnorth lead me here. thanksfor the review. will be watching some more!
Check out as well my adventures around the lower mainland mountains in Vancouver area.
Cheers!!!
Good ol Marty! Love that guy:)
is this the 1 or 2? hoodie whisperer? great review thanks!
This is the 1. Sadly I cant justify picking up the 2 just yet, plenty of life left in this one! :)
Thanks for taking the time to check it out!
Matty Outdoors understand! Thank you
go oilers!
YES!!! :D
hi,may i know what color of this jkt? thanks~
black
@@MattyOutdoors Thank you, but it looks like other colors, it is estimated to be the relationship of lights.😄
indeed! light can definitely play tricks on colours :)
What size is this?
i wear a medium
Which size ?
I wear a medium
@@MattyOutdoors Thank you. What are your body measurements?
@@orhancabarov I'm 5'10, and weigh 150lbs. On me, the jacket is a bit loose fitting, but I like having the ability to add a layer underneath in cooler weather. I wear a mens medium in pretty much every jacket and shirt that I own.
@@MattyOutdoors Thank you. :)
The ghost whisperer is your favorite because you've never tried Montbell's puffies.
actually, this was a replacement for a montbell anorak :) i miss that puffy