Durable, waterproof, and breathable, the Men's Makalu Jacket from Mountain Equipment is perfect for hill walking and mountaineering in all four seasons. Utilising a PFAS-free GORE-TEX® ePE membrane, this jacket provides ultimate protection against harsh weather conditions like rain, wind, snow and sleet. Many pockets with YKK® zips and waterproof pocket bags ensure that your valuables stay safe and dry when out on the hill, and the YKK® WR2-way centre front full zip and YKK® WR underarm pit zips offer some added ventilation and air flow when you need to dump that excess heat.

With the hand pockets place strategically to stay out of the way of pack straps or a harness, and featuring a fully adjustable, helmet-compatible hood, this jacket is ideal for climbing and mountaineering. So, if you are looking for the perfect all-rounder jacket that provides ultimate protection against the elements, the Makalu Jacket from Mountain Equipment is for you.

Features: 

• Alpine Fit with articulated and pre-shaped sleeves allows maximum mobility
• YKK® WR underarm pit zips allow for air flow and ventilation when required
• Mountain helmet-compatible hood can also be worn comfortable over a helmet
• Hood is fully adjustable with rear volume and two frontal adjusters
• Laminated and wired hood visor maintains field of vision even in high winds oro when wearing glasses or goggles
• Tethered external cordlocks to adjust the hood opening
• Internal rear hood adjuster cord channels with roll-away clip
• Tricot-lined chin guard
• 2 x outer hand pockets with YKK® WR zips and zip garages - positioned to be accessible when carrying a pack or wearing a harness
• 1 x outer chest pocket with YKK® WR zip and zip garage
• 1 x inner YKK® zippered security pocket
• Waterproof pocket bags
• Stratum pocket construction increases pockets internal volume
• Full-length 2-way YKK® AquaGuard® centre front zip with internal stormflap
• Press stud fastener at the hem to eliminate zip riding up
• Adjustable stitched cuffs
• Bar tack reinforcement on cuff pull tabs
• Stitched hem
• Dual tether hem drawcords

Materials:

• Waterproof, windproof and breathable GORE-TEX® fabric guaranteed to keep you dry
• Main: 75D GORE-TEX® ePE 3-layer construction with PFAS-free DWR
• Taped seams throughout to prevent water entry
• Designed and developed in the UK / Manufactured in China

Specifications:

• Weight: 550g / 1lb 3.4oz
• Waterproofing (HH): 28,000mm
• Breathability (RET): <20
• Brand colourway: Atlantic / Admiral
• Intended use: mountaineering / mountain walking / mountain trekking
• Model is 6'1" and wears a size L