The jacket that stands up to wind and rain when the weather turns at altitude

In the mountains, the weather can change in a matter of minutes: clear skies one moment, then a glacial gust on the ridge and an unannounced downpour the next. That's when a fragile jacket gives out. This one is designed for that — to cut the wind, repel rain, and keep you dry, so you can keep going when conditions get rough.

Why it will never leave your bag

• Effective windbreaker — the tightly woven fabric blocks gusts to retain heat on ridges and at high altitudes, where the wind pierces an ordinary jacket.
• Water-repellent fabric — the surface repels rain and passing showers to keep you dry without getting weighed down with water on the way.
• Mesh-lined hood — it protects the head from wind and rain while allowing breathability, to avoid the sauna effect under the hood during exertion.
• Zippered chest pocket — it keeps your phone or map safe and within reach, secured by the zipper even when on the move.
• Cut designed for walking — the pattern frees the shoulders and arms to move without chafing on long climbs.

Designed for hikers, trekkers, and fast walkers, but also for mountain outings and days when the weather changes without warning. As an outer layer, it can be worn alone in mid-season or over a fleece when it gets cold. If your outings expose you to wind and rain, it will quickly find its place in your bag.

Really effective when the weather gets bad?

The usual fear with an outdoor jacket: that it will let the wind through or become saturated with water at the first downpour. Here, the windproof fabric blocks gusts and the water-repellent surface repels passing rain, while the lined hood prevents condensation. To maintain it, wash it at a low temperature without fabric softener and let it air dry to preserve the water-repellent treatment.

Because moving in the mountains means no longer letting the weather decide for you.