Westcomb Mirage Waterproof Jacket: Upgrade Wish List
Published in the February 2007 issue.
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Lots of zippers and mesh are great, but in a mountain shell these elements just add weight. The Westcomb Mirage ($379) is minimalist — well, not the price — but smart. For instance, the front zipper curves away from the chin for easier layering. Even more brilliant, the shell is built with eVent, the most sweatfree waterproof laminate we've ever tried. westcomb.com
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