Mammut

Nordwand Advanced HS Hooded Jacket - Men's

Deeply Disappointed w/ Backcountry

Size Bought:

Dec 2024

I’ve been a loyal Backcountry customer for years, having made five previous purchases with no issues. However, my most recent experience has been nothing short of a nightmare. They shipped my jacket to the wrong address—a complete surprise since every other order I’ve placed was shipped to the correct one. When I reached out to resolve the issue, I was met with unhelpful and dismissive customer service. Not only did they refuse to replace the product, but they also showed no accountability for their mistake. I expected much better from a company I trusted and supported for so long. This experience has left me deeply disappointed. It’s clear that Backcountry doesn’t value loyal customers. Proceed with caution if you choose to shop with them—you might not get what you ordered, and don’t expect them to make it right.

Love my Mammut Norwand

Familiarity:

I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Size Bought:

large

Height:

5' 10"

Weight:

175

I have now had 2 early season days skiing with this HS jacket in rain, ice, snow and wind and it performed very nicely. Like others, I would like another pocket or 2 but this is not a deal breaker. I exchanged a few messages with Mammut CS regarding the hard to slide 2 way zipper. The 2 way zipper is one of the reasons I bought this but I was afraid to use a zipper lubricant on a new $700 jacket without the OK from Mammut. I carefully used a damp Q-tip to apply a very small bit of silicone to the full length of the zipper and then wiped it off with another Q-tip. This seemed to have done the trick. Yes, the zipper is left handed and this takes a little adjustment as well. The color (BLUE) is amazing and also part of the reason I kept this model over the Stony HS.

Great jacket

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Size Bought:

XL

Love this jacket, super well made, water/wind protection is excellent. Top notch

Great jacket. Have worn it mountaineering and it stops all wind while breathing perfectly. 10/10.

Great jacket, great fit!

The quality of materials is top notch and the attention to detail on the build is great. Very well made jacket. Absolutely rock solid in the rainy/heavy wet snow of the inland northwest. The pocket placement took a little getting used to but if you’re standing around with your hands in your pockets, this is probably not the best jacket for you. The material is louder than expected but after a very wet winter and no leaks, I’m fine with a little crunchy.

Great shell

Coat is very breathable and light. However, I wish it had a little more pockets and was quieter. It is very crinkly when moving, and did not seem to break in much over the course of the ski season. Overall still a great coat but could use a couple improvements!

Burly, breathable, and well designed hardshell

This jacket has so far lived up to the hype. I've been able to take it hiking in New Zealand and around the PnW and its held up well to the rain, wind, and a little bushwacking. It feels very well constructed, and while I would've loved front pockets, the storage and design are well thought out. The pit zips are well designed and easy to use (maybe the easiest out of any i've tried), and offer good ventilation while moving. This jacked is overkill for daily city use, but if you're going up into the mountains or live in a rainy place its well worth the money. 5'11 185lbs in a Large fits very well with a few light layers underneath

Perfect jacket

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Size Bought:

M

Works perfect for ice climbing, hiking, mountaineering. 5’9, 176lb size M.

Solid Jacket

Very breathable and comfortable. Fit is good and arm length is perfect. Great for backcountry tours and in-bounds storm days.

Great shell

Amazing shell. Great for skiing both resort and backcountry. Wish there was lower pockets or an arm pocket for a ski pass but otherwise an amazing jacket.