The Ghost Whisperer Jacket is hands down the most used piece of clothing in my closet. This jacket is super warm, versatile, comfortable, comes in great colors, I have the women’s blue and it always gets compliments. To give you some context before reading on, I am an avid hiker, backpacker, climber and work at the summit hut! I get very cold easily as I grew up here in Tucson and I tend to be a little rough on my gear.
The Ghost Whisperer is a great technical piece. This jacket is perfect for backpacking because it is so light and so warm. I keep it in my pack or tent until the sun goes down and then throw it on over my t shirt or under a shell if it is really chilly. It is perfect to throw in a day pack to use while belaying and small enough to take (or keep in your pack) just in case the weather turns. Disclaimer: you do not want to store it in its pack pocket as the down will settle and be compressed – make sure to “fluff” it often if you are storing it this way for multiple days without use.
The Ghost Whisperer is also an awesome everyday option. When I go to sporting events that are outdoors I always throw this jacket in my medium sized purse – I have been extremely thankful to have it on several occasions. In the warehouse at the hut winters get pretty chilly! When spring hit last year we had a get together with some co-workers and one co-worker actually said “You look great, it is odd to see you without your blue down jacket on!”
Yes, I wear it that often.
I think nearly half of the staff at Summit Hut owns this jacket and it is a customer favorite as well. Mountain Hardwear did a wonderful job with this piece and I think it stands above similar choices because of the quality, weight, color choices and fit. If you are looking for a piece like it, defiantly come in and try it on!
