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Outdoor Research Men's Mentor Jacket

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★★★★★
4.7

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★★★★★
4.5

$249.99 - $398.95

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Pros

  • Breathable (9)
  • Lightweight (9)
  • Durable (8)
  • Waterproof (7)
  • Comfortable (5)
  • Blocks wind (2)
  • Good fit (1)
  • Great pockets (1)
  • Versatile (1)
  • Warm (1)
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Cons

  • Not enough pockets or features (1)

Best Uses

  • Wet weather (11)
  • Cold / extreme conditions (9)
  • Hiking (8)
  • Extreme conditions (7)
  • Casual wear (2)
  • Cycling (1)
  • Fitness (1)
  • Skiing/snowboarding (1)
  • Travel (1)
 
 
 

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Rugged and waterproof thanks to GORE-TEX Pro Shell fabric, the Outdoor Research Mentor Jacket excels in situations where durability and complete protection are a must. Use it alone as incredible rain gear trail for running and jogging or throw it on as a shell for peak bagging.

  • Made from fully seam taped GORE-TEX Pro Shell waterproof and breathable fabric; reinforced in the shoulders, arms and sides
  • Helmet-friendly hood is fully adjustable with dual pulls
  • Double-sliding, TorsoFlo hem-to-bicep zippers allow for very aggressive cooling
  • Articulated elbows let your arms move freely
  • Drawcord hem and hook/loop cuff closures keep warmth on the inside
  • Two zippered hand pockets and a zippered napoleon pocket for storage
  • Double-separating front zipper with internal storm flap
  • Weight: 1 lb 1 oz
    • Waterproofing: GORE-TEX Pro Shell
      • Fabric: nylon
      Specifications based on size Large.

Specification Description
Model 55100, 55100-189-M, 55100-287, 55100-287-L
UPC 727602047973
Average weight 17 ounces
Average weight 19 ounces
Back length 30.2 inches
Back length 31.2 inches
Lining Nylon
Shell fabric Nylon
Waterproofing Gore Tex Pro Shell 3L waterproof breathable laminate
Waterproofing Gore-Tex Pro Shell laminate
  • 90% agreed the sleeve length feels true to length
  • 100% agreed the chest size feels true to size
  • 90% agreed the fit feels true to size

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Outdoor Research Men's Mentor Jacket

$249.99

Code CJ15 : 15% off Regularly Priced Merchandise ends 12/31/09

$339.96

$6.99 Standard Shipping On All Orders
BizRate Rating Outstanding 9.3

$259.98

$15 Off Orders Over $100 at Mountain Gear

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Last update: Nov 14, 2009

Outdoor Research Men's Mentor Jacket Reviews

 
 
 

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★★★★☆
4.0
Currently being repaired...

"I love my Mentor jacket! But there's one small problem that prevents me from giving it 5 stars: The coat caught on something, then the "torso flow" zipper blew out. When I get it back repaired as good as new, and after I climb a couple of mountains next month, if it's held up I'll change this rating to five stars. It's very comfortable, cut slightly long in the torso and sleeves (finally someone made a jacket cu..." Read Full Review »

Mar 24, 2009 by jbaysurfer

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★☆☆☆☆
1.0
Odd sizing

"Very nice jacket, well made, looks good....BUT the sizing is really weird. I'm 5'7", 135lbs. I have several size small jackets and parkas, hard shell, soft shell, fleece, from several different manufacturers including 3 from Outdoor Research. But this one is sized strangely. It's MUCH too long. It's a jacket, not a parka but drops dowm well below my butt in back. It's a size small but the sleeves leave only..." Read Full Review »

Nov 14, 2009 by mtnjim

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Outdoor Research Men's Mentor Jacket Review

Currently being repaired...

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Breathable
  • Comfortable
  • Lightweight
  • Waterproof

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Cold Weather
  • Extreme Conditions
  • Hiking and Camping
  • Wet Weather
 

"I love my Mentor jacket! But there's one small problem that prevents me from giving it 5 stars: The coat caught on something, then the "torso flow" zipper blew out. When I get it back repaired as good as new, and after I climb a couple of mountains next month, if it's held up I'll change this rating …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Mar 24 2009
jbaysurfer
Santa Barbara, CA
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[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Outdoor Research Men's Mentor Jacket Review

My only shell

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Durable
  • Lightweight
  • Warm
  • Waterproof

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Extreme Conditions
  • Hiking and Camping
  • Wet Weather
 

"Part of my layers on a multi-day solo trek on the AT in March in Shenandoah. Temps ranged from 50s down to 20F. Rain, ice fog, snow, and windy during 8-hour hiking days. Pockets were well within reach and didn't interfere with my pack- allowing me to keep my 43-pounds of gear on whenever I needed …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Aug 8 2008
Marker71
Chicago, IL
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[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

Outdoor Research Men's Mentor Jacket Review

Very nice jacket

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Breathable
  • Durable
  • Lightweight
  • Versatile

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Cycling
  • Fitness
  • Freezing Conditions
  • Travel
  • Wet Weather
 

"Another high quality product from OR - a very well-made jacket with great attention to detail. This is my first experience with pro-shell; not quite as light as gore-tex pac-lite, but feels much more durable. I've only owned it for a short time so I won't comment beyond the product description prov …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Dec 27 2007
bug nerd
East Lansing, MI
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  • Casual/ Recreational
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[2 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

Outdoor Research Men's Mentor Jacket Review

great jacket

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Breathable
  • Durable
  • Lightweight
  • Waterproof

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Casual Wear
  • Cold Weather
  • Extreme Conditions
  • Hiking and Camping
  • Wet Weather
 

"Well worth the money. The cut is perfect, not to short in the front, covers my waist, and a bit longer in the back, covering my butt, which is actually getting harder to find in today's "lightweight" phenomina, I notice alot of jackets are cut to short, without any features, sometimes not even pitzi …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Aug 13 2008
Nowherebound
Canada's North
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Outdoor Research Men's Mentor Jacket Review

Odd sizing

★☆☆☆☆
1.0

"Very nice jacket, well made, looks good....BUT the sizing is really weird. I'm 5'7", 135lbs. I have several size small jackets and parkas, hard shell, soft shell, fleece, from several different manufacturers including 3 from Outdoor Research.

But this one is sized strangely. It's MUCH too long. …"  Read Full Review »

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mtnjim
Colorado
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Outdoor Research Men's Mentor Jacket

$249.99

Code CJ15 : 15% off Regularly Priced Merchandise ends 12/31/09

$339.96

$6.99 Standard Shipping On All Orders
BizRate Rating Outstanding 9.3

$259.98

$15 Off Orders Over $100 at Mountain Gear

$398.95

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